Emily Hine has a professional background in grant making in the heritage and voluntary and community sector. She currently works as a Funding Officer focusing on Liverpool City Region for the National Lottery Community Fund.

As a local resident, Emily walks in Sefton Park most days and seeing the Palm House always raises a smile, recalling memories that her grandparents have shared about their visits as children evokes a strong feeling of place and connection across generations. This is what motivates her to be a part of the team to preserve this important part of Liverpools heritage to be enjoyed by future generations.