I am Dan Wilson, an Independent, standing as your local candidate for Parliament in our constituency.

Full statement

I believe that politics divides us but purpose unites us. I am not your normal parliamentary candidate, I am a working class, self employed tradesman, that has lived in Exmouth for more than half my life. I got involved in local politics because I believe in public service and, like you, I am passionate about where we live.

Why am I standing for Parliament? I am embedded in our community as a District and Town Councillor as well as a Governor at my daughters school. I love working with the many talented, committed people, groups and organisations we have here, to make lasting change. East Devon has given me a home, family and happiness and I want to give back. This is a wonderful place to live - but it could be even better. How can anyone represent us if they don't breathe our air, know our problems or share our concerns. If they don't know our history, how can they have a plan for our future.

It is time for one of us to represent all of us.

I am offering you something different. As an Independent, I am not constrained by a party line. I am free to focus on local issues, to do what is best for us and speak truth to power. If you are passionate about making positive progress through collective action, then we share the same goals and ideals. My offer to you is a positive, locally driven future, that you can be part of and proud of. I need your help and support, so that together we can create a constituency that works for all of us.

I am a candidate who will: - continue the fight to end sewage in our sea, rivers and streams - campaign for social and affordable housing, employment opportunities, local businesses, healthcare, infrastructure and equal rights - Vote independently, only in the interests of our constituency

If I can get as many votes as there are potholes in our roads, then I can be the candidate that stops the decay and shows the imagination and ambition that sees this constituency reach its full potential for the benefit of all of us.