Jon Elkon taught at Featherstone High, a multicultural school in a very deprived area.

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His commitment to his pupils was rewarded with several awards including the prestigious Pearson’s Teaching Award. He has been Union Representative, representing the teachers in disputes with management and looking after their interests. He is a published author of satirical fiction and poetry and runs a local self-defence and Karate Club.

Jon’s involvement in politics began with work for Anti-Apartheid, fighting racism and discrimination. Nowadays, his commitment is to protect and improve the environment. Jon said “Local politics needs green voices. The local environment needs guardians who are not in the pockets of business or vested interests.”