As the mum of three young children, I want them to grow up in a world that’s not ruined by greed, inequality and catastrophic climate change.

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Cornwall’s natural environment is our greatest asset, but it’s under threat from destructive ‘development’ that has done little to improve the lives of local people. I know it’s possible to make positive changes that make a real difference to the lives of people in our communities, because I’ve helped make quite a few myself. As your MP, I’d work hard to do this for the people of St Austell and Newquay. In 2022 I led a team that brought the local swimming pool & sports centre into community ownership, saving it from closure. I am still a Trustee of the Charity Friends of Wadebridge Leisure Centre. The facility is currently undergoing a £1.6 million refurbishment to make it sustainable for future generations to use. As a Town Councillor and Planning Committee Chair, I’ve: • Fought to make sure that planning decisions put local needs first • Championed new housing that’s genuinely affordable and built to high standards of sustainability • Helped launch a community energy network that allows local people to benefit from Cornwall’s fantastic renewable energy resources • Fought to protect vital services from cuts and worked to find creative solutions that can keep these going in our communities • Fought to improve educational opportunities for local children • Led the team that’s successfully built a skate and BMX park for youngsters.