Ben Dempsey for East Grinstead & Uckfield

Get to know Ben Dempsey

Ben is standing to be our MP for East Grinstead & Uckfield, to be a champion for our towns and villages. In his 25-year career Ben has been a senior leader in large organisations including Save the Children - setting strategies, managing teams and engaging with Cabinet ministers. He studied conservation in Sussex for his PhD and in his current job he works to help both nature and people in the UK to thrive. He will use all of his experience to deliver for our area.

Ben came second here in the general election in 2024. He grew up and lives locally with his wife, an NHS doctor, and their three children, as well as their dog, cat and chickens. Ben loves our area. He knows how great it is and how much greater it could be. He has the experience and passion to deliver a better future.

You can contact Ben: ben.dempsey@sussexlibdems.org.uk