A former primary school teacher, Mike began his political career as a Councillor on Manchester City Council in 1991, overseeing the investment strategy that led to Central Library’s transformation. He was the national Chair of Movement for Change 2010-13 and Acting Chief Executive of the organisation from July 2013 –February 2014. Mike has served as a Member of Parliament for his home constituency, Wythenshawe and Sale East, since 2014.