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Ben Bradley

Energizer · DISC type I
Head of Local Government Delivery at Reform UK
📍 Newark-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom

Ben Bradley is the Head of Local Government Delivery at Reform UK, leveraging extensive experience from his tenure as the first Conservative MP for Mansfield and Leader of Nottinghamshire County Council. He has a background in strategic communications, notably for the STEP Fusion energy project, and holds a degree in Politics from Nottingham Trent University.

Outside of his political and professional life, Ben is a husband and father to two sons. He is a passionate sportsman, actively playing as a hockey goalkeeper for a local club and avidly supporting Nottingham Forest Football Club. He has previously chaired the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Hockey.

He made history by becoming the first Conservative MP for the Mansfield constituency since its creation in 1858, a seat held by Labour since 1923.

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Experience
8 Years
Current Role
Head of Local Government Delivery
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Newark-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Ben shows up

Big Picture Person
Relationship Oriented
Full Of Energy

They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt. They excel at seeing the bigger picture, and the long-term impact of their decisions. Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions.

Priorities

Topics Ben cares about

Local Government
His current role at Reform UK and previous position as a County Council Leader demonstrate a primary focus on the efficiency and delivery of local services.
Fusion Energy
Recently served as Head of Communications for the STEP Fusion project, indicating a strong interest in the future of clean energy technology and large-scale infrastructure investment.
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Career

Work history

12-2025
Head of Local Government Delivery
Reform UK
3-2025 - 12-2025
Head of Communications and Engagement
UK Industrial Fusion Solutions
10-2024 - 8-2025
Strategic Advisor - Devolution
Cavendish
12-2024 - 5-2025
Cabinet Member for Education and SEND
Nottinghamshire County Council
5-2017 - 5-2025
County Councillor
Nottinghamshire County Council
In the press

Media appearances

Former Tory MP and council leader Ben Bradley joins Reform UK party. Featured in BBC News
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Former leader of Nottinghamshire County Council Ben Bradley joins Reform UK. Featured in ITV News
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Education
9-2010 - 5-2013
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Nottingham Trent University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

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