‘We’ve run the campaign of our life’
On Friday morning, we may wake up to something special, which many thought wouldn’t be possible. Bridgwater turning Lib Dem yellow. It’s a very real prospect. Having run the campaign of our lives, we have given ourselves the best possible chance of delivering a Liberal Democrat MP for Bridgwater, Burnham, Highbridge, North Petherton and our…
Read MorePOSTAL VOTE NOT ARRIVED?
POSTAL VOTE NOT ARRIVED? Here’s an update from Somerset Council. We know that some postal voters are concerned they have not yet received their UK Parliamentary general election ballot pack. Somerset Council is administering seven Parliamentary Constituencies across its area, and has sent out more than 101,000 postal votes. Bridgwater Frome and East Somerset Glastonbury…
Read MoreAnother hustings cancelled in Bridgwater as Labour refuse to attend ALL hustings
Labour candidate has been absent from all hustings event during the campaign.
Read MoreIFS research shows Lib Dem plans do more for most vulnerable, with everyone poorer under Labour
Research from the Institute for Fiscal Studies, the UK’s leading economic research group, has suggested that the Liberal Democrats’ plans for Britain will do more for the most vulnerable in society than Labour. The group’s research also suggests that, under Labour, everyone in society will be worse off. Parties released their manifestos earlier this month,…
Read MoreLabour HQ divert volunteers away from Bridgwater, admitting that Lib Dems are the tactical vote
Labour are moving volunteers in Bridgwater 80 miles away to Plymouth, reports The Financial Times, as the party abandons the Bridgwater constituency in order to win battleground seats in the Devon city. Since the beginning of this election campaign, Labour have considered Bridgwater as unwinnable, leaving the constituency off a list of ‘battleground’ seats the…
Read MoreLet’s talk about how wonderful the new Bridgwater constituency is!
I have been using my campaigning to also shine a light on the wonderful area: Bridgwater, Burnham and Highbridge, North Petherton (and surrounding beautiful villages). Because there’s plenty to shout about! From glorious golden beaches and award-winning tourism, to bustling market towns and a fervent arts scene, our local area has it all. At seven…
Read MoreYour Voice, Your Vote – Somerset – How will the parties deal with immigration? – BBC Somerset
Your Voice, Your Vote – Somerset – How will the parties deal with immigration? My full response (the recording was edited down by the BBC): Immigration numbers are eye-wateringly high, so I understand the concern from our local residents. The Conservatives promised to bring down immigration, but they have woefully failed. 97% of immigration is,…
Read MoreBeautiful moonlight walk to save Pawlett Hams
Last night I was once again with the Pawlett Hams Action Group and local residents for a lovely moonlight walk. Being out in nature, in this wonderful area, is very rewarding. We learnt how to use a nature recording app, ate cake and talked about a local ghost story, which I really hope is true! Pawlett Hams…
Read MoreResponse to Leigh Redman’s personal attacks (towards me) and questions about him not participating in any hustings/questions, including the business community, in the local area.
I really enjoyed participating in the school and business hustings ahead of the July 4 general election. Thank you to the other candidates who took part. It was clear that the young people, as students at the school, learned an enormous amount from each MP candidate present. Politicians need to engage with young people at…
Read MoreLabour candidate absent from hustings again as Claire Sully shows Lib Dems will deliver for business
Labour candidate Leigh Redman was yet again a notable absentee from a hustings event, when he was nowhere to be seen as candidates met at the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce. Business owners and members of the Commerce questioned general election candidates vying for the Bridgwater seat, with Claire Sully demonstrating how the Liberal Democrats are…
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