Right now, too many people are being left behind. The cost of living is rising, services are stretched, and decisions are being made without the voices of locals being heard.

My work has always been about supporting people doing it tough - standing alongside those who are too often overlooked and advocating for fair access to services, housing, and opportunity or working for my co workers rights as a union delegate.

I believe the council should focus on the things that shape our everyday lives - safe and accessible public spaces, affordable and available youth services well-maintained roads and infrastructure, and vibrant local communities where people actually want to live.

I want to see real action on the issues that matter: tackling cost of living pressures, improving local services, action on climate change, supporting young people and families, and making sure development works for the community — not against it.

This election isn’t just another vote. It’s about ensuring we all get a say in the decisions that affect our community.

If elected, I’ll be a strong, grounded voice on council — someone who listens, shows up, and fights for our community.