Deputy Lord Mayor

Penny was born in Manselton Road and at the age of four enrolled as a pupil at Manselton School. She moved on to Brynhyfryd School at seven until eleven, then proceeded to Swansea Secondary Technical School for Girls (SSTSG) upon passing the 11 plus borderline exam. Penny has maintained good friendships with her schoolmates and they have stayed in touch throughout the years.

Penny's career began as a Saturday Girl on the makeup counter of Woolworth Oxford Street, followed by an interim job with the Steel Co of Wales at Velindre. Soon after, she was offered a job at D.C. Francis Coal Merchants, where she managed the office for four years. She then progressed to the Goods Vehicle Centre on the Strand in Swansea as a booking clerk and CPSA Union Rep. Her career continued at the Jobcentre Morriston, where she served as a Union Representative and covered front-line interventions for people signing for benefits. 

After retiring and losing her husband, Ken, she took a part-time job at Virgin on the Enterprise Zone.

Penny has spearheaded several local campaigns in Llansamlet, including one against the construction of houses on a small green area where children used to play and build tree houses, and another against the closure of the local post office on Frederick Place.

Since 1995, Penny has been a dedicated School Governor at Trallwn, supporting the school through the years by sitting on committees and attending events. Her election in the 2007 by-election was a turning point, and she has thoroughly enjoyed her role as an elected member for the Llansamlet Ward.

Now, as the Deputy Lord Mayor, Penny looks forward to representing the city of Swansea and meeting communities from all over. She is excited about the opportunity to engage with different groups and contribute to the vibrant spirit of the city.