I moved to New Haw 2 years ago, having previously been a local Councillor in other parts of the country for 26 years.

Full statement

I will use my experience and enthusiasm to get a better deal for this lovely community which I'm proud to call my home.

I will be a far more active and responsive Councillor than this area has had for many years. I believe I've already shown that commitment, with my record of action over the past year or so - including regular FOCUS newsletters delivered to every household telling you what we're doing and how you can have your say. My team will also continue to knock on doors all year round, not just at election time, to hear directly what's on your mind so we can work together to resolve things.

I have been actively tackling the things that matter to you - from addressing the shocking state our roads and pavements have got into under the Conservatives, to standing up to developers who want to take our precious green spaces away from us and impose more traffic and pollution on this area.

No other party does this and you've been telling us you feel neglected as a result. It's time we had a change for the better in New Haw, and your vote for me can help that happen.