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.
