You can tell it’s election time when……

April 17, 2018 in News

Suddenly, all the Conservative candidates have found a voice! They've all created social media accounts and will promise the earth (a bit like Labour and their free bus passes for under 25's). Suddenly they want to become 'engaged' with residents. Once the 3rd May has passed I expect them to go back into hibernation until this time next year for the next elections. Me, I'll just keep plodding away with my blog, twitter and Focus newsletters, after all the Lib Dem's are known for their work all year round.

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James Newport

Essex County Councillor for Rayleigh North, Rochford District Councillor for Downhall & Rawreth and Rayleigh Town Councillor for Sweyne.