Matthew Ambrosini is on course to make history after becoming one of the youngest people ever to stand for election in the UK, turning 18 with just a few days to spare to entitle him to run.
Matthew is a student at Cowes Enterprise College and is representing the Conservative Party in a bid to be elected for Newport Central on the Isle of Wight Council.
He’s standing to be a councillor in order to make a difference, he says, and to be a voice to represent residents of all ages, including young people. Matthew is passionate about creating an environment that works for everyone and is dedicated to modernising the infrastructure of the region, particularly in regard to improving roads as well as walking and cycling routes. His plans also include using brownfield sites and out-of-date buildings to regenerate the town.
Matthew says that he has always been political, and he enjoys discussing current affairs with his friends. However, it was only after joining the Young Conservatives on the Island 2 years ago that he became really invested, and when the Conservative Party suggested he stand for election, he leapt at the opportunity.
Alongside his political ambitions, Matthew is studying for his Chemistry, Computer Science and Geography A Levels, and hopes to go on to study Computer Science at university. However, he says that in the event he is elected, he plans to live on the Isle of Wight and commute to the University of Southampton, so that he can fulfil his commitments as a councillor.
Speaking about the upcoming election, Matthew has said:
“I’d urge people who are considering voting to see my youth as an asset – I’m bringing fresh ideas to the table, and I want to represent young people who seldom have a voice in politics, but will be the most affected by the decisions made.
Article continues below this advertisement “We’re in a period where politics has become very polarised, but I’m keen to be a councillor that listens to all sides of the argument, and I want people who have completely different opinions to be able to come to me to express them.”
Rachel Kitley, Principal at Cowes Enterprise College said:
“We’re all very inspired by Matthew’s drive and determination, and we are looking forward to following him on this journey.
“I’m always proud of how our students at Cowes Enterprise College really engage with current affairs as well as thinking about how they can have a positive impact on the wider community, and Matthew is a great example of that.”
The current generation has let us all down is it time to let the next generation
have a go.
and of course renfrey – you are a bastion of high standards and ethics – so why haven’t you stepped up and put yourself forward for the work – no you would rather sit behind a key board, criticising an entire generation because they haven’t pandered to your every need.
Could you please remind us what the current so called island leaders have done for the islands youth to better their opportunities during the past 5 years? Or even 10? They are pathetic evwn in comparison with the most inept benign councilliors in the country. I expect you will be voting to keep the house of lords active too with commwnts such as that one. Total disgrace.
fergus – another keyboard critic that never steps up to work on council committees or put theirselves forward for council leadership elections.
all talk and no action
Who are you, the viscount of Seaview?
jane – didn’t notice your name on the leadership ballot papers – guess you will be sat at home, criticising everything, but not actually doing any work your self.
Renfrey, Catch U Next Tuesday
Here here… well done nipp, you get my vote, move over Seeley you greedy self entitled hooray hen
You never know, it worked for William Pitt the younger.
only worked for him because the average life span was far less and back then you didn’t get to be a politician unless you were part of the establishment.
And Boris was a scrote when he started and look at him now
While I respect Mr Ambrosini’s commitment, I sincerely hope he is prepared to withstand the opprobrium and bile that will inevitably surround him thanks to his chosen party colleagues.
What a shame maybe he could of done good if for any other party , but on the Island not Conservative please , look at the mess they have created and lies they tell .
That’s all we need a baby tori
Go on nipper! Get stucknin and turn some of these derelict buildings into art cafes and studios.
Good for him and I hope that even if he does not succeed this time he continues with this ambition. Total respect to him.