Hemashu has lived in Carterton for over 11 years.

Full statement

He is a sound engineer, a Prince’s Trust business mentor and a volunteer for the NHS.

His main concern is the impact of climate change and the environment on our children and their children - he feels that the authorities are not serious about the urgency in tackling all our sources of greenhouse gas emissions, or protecting the environment in which we live.

Hemashu is a very a strong believer in justice and equality for all.

If elected, Hemashu would put his weight behind increased use of electric buses and the proposed rail link from Carterton to Witney and Oxford and beyond. Improved transport links for Carterton are vital for the prosperity of Carterton.

He would also concentrate upon what the County can do to enhance educational provision to help children catch up on their learning now that they are back at school - especially the young children. He would, of course, also push the Council to be more supportive of schemes to encourage the rewilding of road verges and green spaces for wildlife, and to stop routine and unnecessary use of chemicals harmful to nature. The council should also try harder to influence landowners, developers, business and communities to maximise opportunities for nature.