I’m offering a fresh and collaborative approach to local politics.

Full statement

I love Sussex. It’s such a beautiful place to live and people really are proud of our communities.

We need to be honest about the issues facing our communities and the influence that can be achieved by local councillors. However, I believe that collectively we can all make a difference.

Some local politicians focus resource on issues they cannot influence instead of focusing on the job they are elected to do. I’ll bring my personal and professional expertise into the role, rather than treat the role like a hobby.

As a parish councillor in my own village, I have already supported residents to create a new volunteer group, reinstated a community Speedwatch initiative, actively supporting environmental projects to improve local habitats and will also be supporting practical efforts to improve resilience. I have also led on protecting the interests of our village by highlighting the flaws in the Wealden’s Local Plan promoted by the Green-Lib Dem coalition and actively calling for infrastructure improvements.

I’ll work with everyone to make our places safer, cleaner, and better places to live. Stop me in the street or reach out to me if you want to know more.