The Isle of Wight Green Party has selected Michael Smith as their candidate for the forthcoming Wootton by-election.
Michael is described as being a community councillor and campaigner on the Island, who volunteers for several organisations including Citizens Advice and local events like carnivals and the Royal County Show.
Having been involved in a collision with a car while walking in Newport, he is now an active campaigner for improvements to road safety on the Island.
Mr Smith has said residents have already written to him about concerns in the village, including the GP services, proposed housing developments and the gravel quarry at Palmers Farm.
He has said that as the Councillor for the area, he would ensure the needs of villagers were heard at County Hall, particularly protecting the local countryside.
As a part-time worker, Michael says he fully understands the pressures of the cost of living on Islanders and how important local services are to the people of Wootton. He’s said he will be a voice of fairness and for action and looks forward to meeting more residents throughout the campaign.
If you live in the village and are not registered to vote, you have until Tuesday 8th August to do so. It will be the first Isle of Wight Council by-election to require photo ID to cast your ballot.
The by-election will take place on Thursday 24th August.
Wow not a single comment so I will just say vote for this man because he clearly cares about his community and is not spouting party political BS.