Dee Turnell
Breakthrough Years
1997
Appointed as a Special Adviser to the Deputy Prime Minister, John Prescott, within the newly formed Labour government. This marked her significant entry into national politics and high-level policy-making, focusing on environment, transport, and the regions.
2023
Appointed to the board of Homes England, the government's housing and regeneration agency. This high-profile role allows her to apply her extensive experience in local government and housing policy to shape national housing delivery and accelerate development.