On September 11th 2022 Paul lost his brave battle to kidney disease.

Paul was a civilian in the 1990-1991 Gulf War, working alongside the British troops as an engineer on an MOD contract. His work was vital to maintaining communications and computer equipment in the field. For security reasons Paul was instructed to wear military uniform alongside the serving soldiers and one of his most treasured possessions was the Gulf War medal that was given to him when the fighting was over.

Upon his return Paul developed a rare kidney disorder, Nephrotic Syndrome, as a result of exposure to depleted uranium while he was stationed in the Gulf and started undergoing dialysis at St Helier Hospital, Carshalton. Paul received two kidney transplants in a bid to restore his kidney function, both failing a short time after the operations. After the second failed attempt Paul opted for life long dialysis with a hope of having some quality of life.

Paul's fight for justice for both himself and other veterans of the Gulf War was featured in numerous national newspapers and on the broadcast media. He worked tirelessly to uncover the truth about the use of depleted uranium in the Gulf War, gaining the support of many politicians. Sadly, to this day, despite Paul's fighting spirit and courageous crusade for the truth, the government does not acknowledge the connection.

Over the years Paul's focus evolved to gaining acknowledgement for kidney patients on life long dialysis. He joined the board of the St Helier and Surrey Kidney Patient Association helping them understand the needs that kidney patients have. His hands on charity work for the Association was his way of paying them back for the help he felt they had given him during his darkest times.

Paul's wish was for family and friends to donate and support the charity as they felt able to rather than flowers as a memorial token.