WE need to see a step change in how we fund our public services. As someone not far out of school and as the brother of a soon-to-be children’s nurse, I have seen the devastation of austerity on our public services.
As a Green MP, I would fight to ensure those with the broadest shoulders paid for public services that are fit for the future.
We need to protect our waters, air and land. I have grown up appreciating our local nature and seeing the failure of the government to address the climate crisis.
As a Green MP, I would fight for sewage-polluting water companies to come under public ownership and for real ambition from the government to provide a green future for the next generation.
We need to deal with the cost of living with more than a sticking plaster.
I have met with many people feeling the squeeze while some large companies post record profits.
As a Green MP, I would fight for the tax on income from shares in companies to be raised to equal what you pay on your salaries from work, so that we can pay for a fairer, greener society for all.
I have lived in this area since I was two years old, I have seen promises made and then broken.
I believe in real hope and change for our communities. That’s why I’m asking you to vote for me on July 4th.
Read more about the Green Party in our manifesto: greenparty.org.uk/about/our-manifesto