PETE White is the watch manager at Fordingbridge Fire Station. He is married to Jane and has three children.

Who was your childhood hero and why? Kevin Keegan.

What was the first record/CD you bought? Baggy Trousers by Madness.

What is the radio/television show you hate to miss?

EastEnders.

What is your favourite film? The Green Mile.

If you could change one thing about the place where you live, what would it be?

More sunshine.

What are you reading at the moment? Michael McIntyre’s autobiography.

Is there anything you are superstitious about?

Friday 13th.

If you were choosing a last meal, what would it be?

Scampi and chips.

Is there a place in the world you would like to visit above all others?

Australia.

What do you wish you were good at?

Saving money.

If you had a million pounds to give away what would you do with the money?

Look after family and friends.

If you could meet anyone from history, who would it be?

Albert Pierrepoint.

If you had a time machine where would it take you?

Back to the year I was born.

What was your most embarrassing moment?

Far too many to mention.

Is there someone well known you’ve met who really impressed you?

Paul Weller.

If you were stranded on a desert island what luxury would you choose to have with you?

My record collection.

What would never leave home without?

Keys and pager.

What is your party trick?

I normally spill something.

What sports team do you support? Liverpool and Fordingbridge Turks.

Apart from the Journal what newspapers do you read and who is your favourite columnist?

Daily Mirror.

What was your first job?

NatWest.

If you could take over someone’s job for the day, whose would you pick?

Roy Hodgson.

What is your proudest moment?

My kids and completing the London Marathon.

What one thing could change society for the better?

People talking more to each other.

Do you have any children?

Yes two daughters and a son (and two grandchildren).

What would you like your epitaph to be?

I did my best!

How did you meet your significant other?

In The Crown, Fordingbridge.

What’s your guilty pleasure?

Cashew nuts.