Ross is the Leader of Merton Council, the borough he has lived in all his life. He attended Benedict Primary School, The Priory Church of England Middle School, and Rutlish High School.
As Leader of the Council, Ross has led the Council’s investment into Merton’s towns and green spaces, the programme of support during the cost of living crisis, protection of essential local services, and the ambition for Merton to become London’s Borough of Sport. Coming from the borough has instilled in him a great pride for the community, and a drive to make Merton better for everyone.