Fighting With Pride is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Gibson LLB as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective April 2025.
Peter joins the charity following a five-year tenure as a Member of Parliament, bringing extensive experience in public service, law, and the charity sector. Born and raised in the North East, he qualified as a Solicitor in 2001. In 2005, he acquired a legal practice, expanding it to a team of sixty before entering Parliament in 2019. Peter has also served as a trustee for several organisations, including Newcastle University Students’ Union and North Yorkshire Hospice Care, where he has contributed for over a decade.
During his parliamentary career, Peter was a dedicated advocate for LGBT+ rights. He championed the Ban on Conversion Therapy and played a pivotal role in expanding Opt-Out HIV testing in collaboration with the Terrence Higgins Trust. As a Parliamentary Private Secretary to several Government departments, including the Cabinet Office, he worked closely with then Veterans Minister Johnny Mercer during the release of the Etherton Report. Peter’s connection to the Armed Forces is personal, with brothers who have served in the Army and the Royal Marines. His participation in the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme provided him with valuable insights into military life both in the UK and abroad.
Peter lives with his husband Gareth, dividing their time between County Durham and North Yorkshire, accompanied by their beloved dogs, Clemmie the Jack Russell and Ebony the Labrador.
Peter said:
“It is an honour to take up the role of CEO at Fighting With Pride. Caroline and Craig have achieved so much, and I am committed to building on their legacy. Together with our team and supporters, we will continue to fight for justice, recognition, and support for LGBT+ Veterans—ensuring their voices are heard and their service is respected.”
As we welcome Peter, we also extend our heartfelt thanks to our founders, Caroline Paige MBE and Craig Jones MBE, whose visionary leadership and tireless advocacy have laid the foundation for Fighting With Pride’s success.
Caroline said:
“It has been a tremendous privilege to lead this charity alongside Craig — helping bring visibility, justice, and pride to a community too long forgotten. I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved, and I wish Peter every success as he takes the helm and leads Fighting With Pride into its next chapter.”
