Bro Neil was initiated in to the Septem Lodge on the 12th November 2011, passed to the 2nd Degree on the 8th September 2012 and raised to the 3rd Degree on the 9th March 2013. He was made a Steward of the Lodge on the 11th May 2013 and remains as a Steward of the Lodge, not wishing at this time to begin his journey on the progression ladder. The tradition of Father and Son Members of the Lodge continues but in this instance Bro Neil joined first and his father joined not long after.

Bro Neil owns and operates his own business as a Gunsmith, owning a Gun repairers and Sporting Goods shop, turning what was a hobby in to a thriving business. Bro Neil is a trained mechancial engineer which stands him in good stead as a Gunsmith.

He lives with his partner and three children and his hobbies include DIY, Shooting and being with his partner and children.