As a dedicated Cornishman, I am deeply connected to our heritage, our country, and our community.

Full statement

Since 1997, under both Labour and Conservative governments, we have witnessed a gradual erosion of our national identity. This is a concern that will impact our future generations, and it is why I have chosen to stand for Parliament, to make a difference for our beloved Cornwall.

Our Country needs a party that stands for truth, honesty and integrity, one with new ideas that address.

One of the pressing issues we face is immigration. Under past Labour, Conservative/ Liberal Coalition, and more recently Conservative governments, we have lost control of immigration, both legal and illegal. This is not a status quo we can afford to accept, as it costs us billions of pounds a year, not to mention the secondary costs borne by local Councils and Government departments.

An increasing backlog exceeding 7.4 million patients. The increase in house building and immigration sees hospitals insufficiently sized due to under-investment and poor planning.

A country stricken by past and ongoing strikes that impacted the whole country, reducing productivity.

A Bank of England that failed to control inflation that increased costs of mortgages, energy, food and rent.

Net Zero policies adopted without full consideration of the total emissions. Local Councils declare Climate Emergencies without fully considering the impact on communities.

The highest rate of tax since the 1950s, and due to frozen allowances, it will increase year-on-year under both the Conservatives and Labour.

A distrust of politicians due to expenses scandal and no straight answers when challenged.

As a local lad, born and raised in Carbis Bay and educated locally, I am deeply committed to our community. I believe it is now my duty to repay the people of Cornwall, and in particular St Ives and the Scilly Isles Constituency, including Penzance, by standing alongside you and acting as your potential Parliamentary Representative.