Caroline Jones was a Member of the National Assembly
for Wales between May 2016 and April 2021. This was her biography at the time
she left.
Key interests and
achievements
Caroline
suffered from breast cancer in 2007 and has become a ‘buddy’ for cancer
sufferers. She continues to fund raise and undertake voluntary work for cancer
charities and actively supports a number of animal welfare charities.
Personal history
Caroline
was born in south Wales, the daughter of a former Serviceman and granddaughter
of a miner. She was educated locally, attending college and university in the
region.
Professional background
Caroline
was a qualified teacher but left teaching to work in local government, before
entering the Prison Service where she managed her own department. Upon leaving
the Prison Service, Caroline set up two small businesses and is a local
employer.
Political history
Caroline
stood for UKIP in the European Election in 2014 and the General Election in
2015 before becoming the lead candidate for the party in the South Wales West
Assembly region.
In
September 2018, Caroline left UKIP and became an Independent Assembly Member.
