May 5th was a turning point in the politics of Swindon, with Labour achieving excellent results across the borough. Whilst we didn’t take the council, we came really close. May 5th was a turning point in the politics of Swindon, with Labour achieving excellent results across the borough. Whilst we didn’t take the council, we came really close. In South Swindon, Labour won all three seats in the following wards: Central – Junab Ali, and Bob Wright will continue their…
I would like to give a big thank you to all who voted for me on 3rd May. I am absolutely delighted to have been elected as a councillor and to have the important role of representing the Lydiard & Freshbrook ward. Although the Conservatives are still in power in Swindon, it is with a much reduced majority and we are now in a position to hold them to account. My commitments to all of you are to:- Do my utmost to protect…
The local Tories have cut front line services. There has also been a substantial increase in the cost of essential services to the elderly and vulnerable, such as meals on wheels and home care, whilst money has been wasted on failed vanity projects such as Wifi and the Tabernacle Stones. Only Labour Councillors really challenge Tory policies. If elected Emma, Andy and Chris will listen to your concerns and effectively represent the interests of Eastcott.
I have lived here 43 years, am an IT consultant and am married with three children, all schooled locally. I would continue to work towards changing the culture of the Council ensuring greater transparency and accountability. Eastcott has been overlooked and as part of a Labour administration this would be addressed.
I am a 50 years old telecommunications engineer and trade union activist, and I have 2 school-age children. I am an experienced campaigner, and I want to use my skills to benefit Swindon, and the residents of Eastcott. I want Swindon to be run well and fairly. When the Conservatives took power ten years ago there was money in the bank; they have built up £80 million debt, which costs £11 million per year. Labour will stop the waste on…
Swindon is my hometown and I have lived in Eastcott for 5 years. I work at a local College and am a governor at my old primary school. I have played leading roles in several social justice groups in Swindon and will continue to campaign for a fairness and equality. Protecting the most vulnerable in society and protecting local public in harsh economic conditions will be my priority. If elected, I want to ensure all children and young people in…
My name is Ged Meheran and I am 53, married and have worked and lived in Swindon for 25 years. Your councillor should be visible and work for you. I want to be the person doing that for Lydiard and Freshbrook.
I am a retired social worker, keen gardener and member and volunteer of community groups around the town. I am committed to protecting our green spaces such as Lydiard and ensuring residents’ concerns are dealt with efficiently.
I own my own small business in Purton and am married with five children. My concerns include litter, anti-social behaviour, reduced public transport and standards of housing. People should know that THEIR councillor is working for them.
As if losing £400,000 of council tax payers money were not bad enough we will all be picking up a further £4,000 bill for preparing the long overdue Digital City accounts. After much prevarication we have also been told that Rikki Hunt received £80,000 for consultancy services to the council! Shaw Tory councillor Gary Perkins has been the council’s nominated director on Digital City during this fiasco while your other two Tory councillors are in the Cabinet. PLEASE USE YOUR…
Labour Action: In 2 years we have cleaned up Lyndhurst Crescent, Cranmore Avenue, buckhurst Fields, and New College. Tory Failure: Unlike the Tories, we don’t talk about cleaning up litter, we do it. Labour Action: Our Pot Holes campaign led to pot holes being filled and resurfacing of Kingswood Av, Whitbourne Av and Upham Road. Tory Failure: Tory cuts to the road repairs budget led to Swindon being labelled Pot Hole City.
For too long the Tories have used Swindon as their personal playground and your council tax as a bursary to spend as they like. A Labour council would deliver services people want – not fantasy projects. If elected your Labour team Fay, Neil and Derique will… Improve Road & Pavement Surfaces Ensure Play Areas are kept and maintained Work with our Neighbourhood Police Team to combat anti-social behavior Defend all public open space against unwanted development Create community plans so that we…