Having carried out the first study of psychological health among MPs, Ashley has conducted and published research into stress among public sector occupations and has written three books: ‘Surviving the Workplace’, ‘Strategic Stress Management’ and ‘The Psychology of Politicians’. Having worked in a variety of roles in universities, the NHS, sales and radio journalism, Ashley draws on a wealth of experience likely to appeal to all who recognise the importance of psychological well-being. A media contact for the BPS, he has been involved in interviews, chat shows and live news broadcasts. Since the Millennium, Ashley has led the establishment of one of the UK’s newest University Psychology departments.