I was born, raised, educated, and now work within the borough of Stafford, and I am immensely proud of my community and cultural heritage.

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However, 24 years of neglect and political incompetence has led to decline at the heart of our borough. I remember being able to walk down a bustling high street with many thriving eateries and businesses, now we see a neglected town centre with countless abandoned buildings. This is something I desperately want to change for the better.

My priorities upon election will be the improvement of local infrastructure and the regeneration of our town. Another priority is fiscal competence. Under our jurisdiction, we will work to ensure a fair and balanced budget with all funds being invested with the best interests for the Borough. The cost of living is creating unprecedented challenges for the whole country, and I believe that the council should play an active role in supporting Stafford, and providing assistance for all of our hardworking locals.

If elected, I promise to fight for the concerns of the ward, to scrutinise all legislation, and to preserve the beauty of our local area.