You aren't the only person who feels disillusioned with politics as it stands.

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This election is your chance to change things. I will be your independent Sussex Weald MP if you'll have me and I'll represent you without compromise or party pressure. Read below to learn more about me, Shaun Bowler, and what I will offer the Sussex Weald constituents.

WHO AM I?

My name is Shaun Bowler. I am a 61-year-old man, married, with three grown-up children and I have lived in Rotherfield, East Sussex for the last 30 years. I have been lucky enough to have been a successful self-employed business person. I now work on projects and businesses that interest or inspire me. My latest social venture has been to set up a company Social-ability Ltd which provides beneficial therapies using light projection to those living with dementia and learning difficulties.

"You can always turn to him for help. He will do everything to solve your problems as quick as he can” – Tania, Our Ukrainian Houseguest

MY PLEDGE

If elected my MP salary of £91,346 would be donated to local Wealden causes as voted for by the Sussex Weald electorate each month.

“The charity is lucky to have him work with us. Highly motivated, caring and trustworthy” – Melanie, CEO Lungi Sierra Leone Charity

WHY AM I STANDING?

I am one of the many who have now become embarrassed by the behaviour of the current UK parliament. Come the election I do not want to support any political party, and I no longer have any respect for how they operate.

My choices were to either: - Protest and vote for a party that had little chance of success; - Stay at home - Do something about the situation “He is able to think outside the box and plans for the long term. He sticks to his convictions and always delivers on his promises” – Barry, Colleague

MY STANDARDS

I follow guidelines for any candidate wishing to join The IndependenT Platform. These guidelines can be found here (https://independent-platform.co.uk/become-an-mp/).

“I reached out hoping for help. Despite myself and doctors giving up, Shaun stayed to fight for me.” – Chris, Friend

WHAT DO I OFFER?

Nationally: I am not political and have never previously had any interest in politics. However, I am a logical human who believes that any government decision should:

Be fair to all parts of society;. Be made for the long term; Be better delivered by cooperation with all MPs who have been elected to parliament. Of course, an opposition should always be there to hold the government to account, but it should also be there to become involved in government, to put long term plans in place that can actually be delivered.

Locally: I have lived in Wealden for nearly 40 years, so I am truly local. I am at the start of my candidate journey and have much to learn, I therefore do not want to make empty promises. I welcome suggestions from the community as to what are the most important issues and goals – and then I will work from there.

One attribute I know I can offer Sussex Weald is that I never give up on anything. When you really believe in something it is surprising what you can achieve and I have proven many people wrong in the past.

“He has run successful businesses with ingenuity & determination whilst treating those around him with humility” – David, CFO

You might be thinking to yourself "Who can I vote for in Sussex Weald?" or "Who is my local independent candidate in Sussex Weald?"

Now you know who to vote for in Sussex Weald! Shaun Bowler, your independent candidate.

Feel free to get in touch to support my campaign with leafletting, door-knocking or anything else you may feel you could do. It would be greatly appreciated.