Alison Gowman CBE

Alison Gowman is an Alderman for Dowgate Ward in the City of London, leading on climate action, biodiversity, and urban greening. She is also a consultant at DLA Piper, where she was the first female partner, specializing in real estate law. She is a graduate of Durham University.

Deeply engaged in civic and voluntary service, Alison serves as a Lay Canon at St Pauls Cathedral and founded the Livery Climate Action Group. She enjoys theatre, music, the arts, walking, and cross-country skiing. Her service is influenced by her Methodist upbringing and a hope for the planets future.

She formerly served as a Sheriff of the City of London for the 2021-22 term and was awarded a CBE in 2024 for public and voluntary services and sustainability.