I grew up on Hayling and have now chosen to raise my two daughters here.

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I’m a primary school teacher and in my spare time, I love to be out exploring our beautiful natural environment. Recently, I’ve been a volunteer in local tree planting projects and I’ve also signed up to work on the new Avenue Road community garden. As a concerned beach user, I became a regular beach cleaner and started the Plastic Free Hayling Island campaign in 2018.

I came into politics because I feel that the Island we all love is under threat; with each passing year, Hayling appears even more forgotten and neglected. It’s clear to see there’s a lack of investment in sea defences and flood prevention, and our infrastructure is beyond capacity.

We know that voting for Green councillors can help change all of that. We want to listen to and work with residents, to bring fresh ideas and ambitious solutions to solve Hayling’s issues. Let’s protect Hayling, our beautiful Island, together.