Colin Barrow left a succesful City career behind in 1996 to concentrate on public life and charitable work, while retaining a number of business interests. He lives in Central London with his wife Ana, and has two young sons.

Press Cuttings:  
The GO interview
GO's Lisa Mennie speaks to Colin Barrow - Businessman, Politician and Chairman of the IDeA about his passion for the Public Sector.July 2003..
LGC Jan 2003
Take me to your leaders. Local Government Chronicle's top 15 local government's performers.

 
The man who would be Queen
Colin Barrow feels he has a connection with the struggles of his constituents, despite his millionaire lifestyle. Anne Gulland meets one of the new caring Conservatives
Mayfair Times
China for Charity
Colin's cycle ride across the Great Wall of China raised £80,000 for Mencap.