Derek is a Programme Director at Local Partnerships and is responsible for directing the Resource Efficiency and Waste Programme which supports Defra, Welsh Government and Local Authorities as they transition to a sustainable carbon and circular economy model. Prior to joining Local Partnerships in June 2021, Derek worked for over 30 years in environmental consultancy with the latter years supporting Local Authorities and the Private Sector in the procurement and delivery of waste infrastructure to meet landfill directive targets.