My name is Kirsty Walmsley, I am the National Campaign Manager for Reform UK in Wales and proud to have been selected as the parliamentary candidate for Clwyd East.

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I was educated at Llanfyllin High School, where I gained a basic knowledge of the beautiful Welsh language. I am now moving to Llangollen, where I have so many fond childhood memories. I am married to Jonathon and we have two children, Emily and Isaac, who I hope will get to enjoy picnics and paddling in the River Dee, just as much as I did.

I believe I would make an excellent advocate for Clwyd East, having both real world and political experience. I started working life in my family’s carpet and flooring business and went on to have my own furniture business later. My experience as a parent, makes me passionate about children, family and education, which I gave keynote speeches on at Reform UK's first two national conferences. I also have political experience working behind the scenes for three Members of Parliament as a caseworker. So I know, and understand exactly how to get issues resolved, which is one of the most rewarding parts of being a local MP.

For me politics is not just about academic debates, removed from everyday life. It is about the personal way it affects us as individuals. I am a compassionate person, who will do everything within my power to help individuals, the community and country!

Please vote for meon 4th July and offer me the opportunity to show you what a difference a Reform UK MP can make!