Jamie lives independently in London with his partner and dog, also supported by PAs. His background is in organisational development – he founded and runs CRIPtic Arts, a disability arts organisation, and in health and social care policy and research. According to the Shaw Trust he was one of the 100 most influential people in the UK in 2021 and 2022. He also works as a creative and are an award-winning poet and screenwriter. When having fun, Jamie enjoys the arts, cooking, gaming, and travel.