ALTON AMERY

LUDLOW, TONY (Lib Dem)

It is difficult to describe the privilege of leading the Liberal Democrat Group at EHDC. When I speak in council it is often to respond to some new question that has arisen and, instantly, I must judge what my group would want me to say. It is a privilege that they trust me to do that.
It helps that we are united by common values: a sense of fairness, a hatred of injustice and an active sympathy towards the vulnerable. These are abstract concepts but they work in practice because we ‘just know' what other members of the group will feel.
And the privilege is heightened in an election campaign. This year we have 19 candidates who have not stood for election before and they are learning very quickly. Many of them are ‘not political', which is good in local politics, but sometimes you have to criticise your opponents quite strongly to be fair to the people you stand for. Our aim is to run the council as we did before, focused on the people we serve; listening to what they need; supporting them in their initiatives. In every decision we take we will ask: "What is best for East Hampshire?". We ‘just know' that is right.

TREACHER, PETER COULMAN (Lab)

Peter has lived and worked in the Alton area for 27 years. After serving in the RAF Peter worked as a civilian lecturer for the MOD locally. He is Chairman of the Alton Branch of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. Peter has a boat moored at Gosport and has competed successfully in the Round The Island Yacht Race. He is a member of the Alton Concert Orchestra and the Four Marks Folk Band. Both musical organisations do fundraising performances for charities throughout the year. Peter is an enthusiastic cyclist and walker. He takes a keen interest in the continuation and maintenance of peoples' rights to use our paths and roads safely for work and recreation. Peter is concerned about the escalation of building in the Alton area and the surrounding villages. Alton has defined bounderies which contribute to the character of the town, these must be retained. Whilst we do need more housing, the type of property built must be tailored to our communities’ requirements. We need more low cost homes and social housing for local families and single people. Peter would work to protect and improve the local environment.

WATTS, GLYNIS (Con)

I am a local business woman working from my office close to Alton, engaged in the travel and overseas property business. I have been involved in local politics for ten years and in the forefront of many campaigns in and around Alton. The Conservatives have achieved a great deal in East Hampshire and one of the most prestigious projects ahead of us is the rebuilding of the Alton Community Centre, an important home to a wide range of groups and societies. In addition to the plans already prepared, I will push for CCTV to be installed within the environs to enhance the safety and security of its surroundings.
I will also be looking for further community projects for our young people and I believe that it is important that such projects reach out to the young people living in the villages around the town.
Another important project in Alton is the Alton Town Plan, known as Alton 2020. I am delighted that Conservative EHDC has provided a £2,000 grant towards the costs and I want to be closely involved with this most worthwhile of endeavours and work to give it the highest profile possible within the District Council.

ALTON ASHDEL

BURFOOT, BARBARA ANNE (Lab)

Barbara Burfoot, who is a widow, has lived in Alton for 22 years. A committed secular Humanist, she now works from home as a Humanist celebrant conducting non-religious funerals. She worked for British Telecommunications plc as a technical manager for more than 27 years. She is a founder member of Farnham Humanists and of the Labour Humanist Group.
Barbara was Labour Parliamentary Candidate for East Hampshire at the 2001 General Election. She has been Chair and Secretary of East Hampshire Constituency Labour Party and Secretary of Alton Branch Labour Party. She has been a candidate or an agent in every local government election since 1987.
Barbara is Secretary of Alton Townswomen’s Guild, Chairman of the Alton Heart Support Group, a member of the Committee of Alton WI and Secretary of the RNLI Alton Branch raising money for the Lifeboat Service.
Barbara’s priorities for Alton are more low cost and social housing for families and single people living and working in Alton and better-integrated public transport including an improved bus service around Alton town and between Alton and Basingstoke. She feels that it is important for Alton to remain a place where people live and work.

JOY, ANDREW IAN PHILIP (Con)

A former Army engineering officer and RAF Chinook pilot and instructor, I served principally in the UK, Northern Ireland and Germany and was on the staff of the Falklands Task Force.
I have subsequently held senior sales and marketing posts with major American multi-national companies, dealing mostly with defence and government.
My wife, Katie, is a physiotherapist and we have two grown-up children. We moved to Alton almost 35 years ago and have lived in the Ashdell Ward for over 25 years.
With a life-long interest in sport, I run all Hampshire schools’ rugby competitions. A referee for many years, I am also an RFU Liaison Officer, having looked after the West Indies, Russia and now Portugal at the IRB London Sevens for the last seven years.
I see local government far more as a business than a political forum, to be run efficiently for the benefit of its shareholders, the constituents.
Three years’ experience of the King’s Pond hillside development has convinced me that there is scope for positive change. My agenda includes such issues as planning, the environment, transport and fair taxation and I believe challenging performance standards and rigorous attention to detail are the keys to success.

SAUNDERS, ROBERT ANDREW (Lib Dem)

Robert is a social worker for adults with learning disabilities and part-time lecturer in social work.
Robert was elected to the town council in 2003. He is vice-chair of the planning and transportation committee. He supports the Liberal Democrat campaign to stop back gardens being treated as industrial brownfield sites. These local green spaces are important social and ecological green corridors that should be protected from being sold off to developers.
He represents the town council on Alton Community Centre and Alton Line Users’ Association. Robert is a governor at Wootey Junior School.
Robert’s interests include diversity issues, the environment, social housing and public transport. He is keen to support initiatives which promote sustainable communities reversing the trend towards "Ghost Town Britain" by taking decision-making away from the "dead hand" of Whitehall and putting it back in the hands of those who know best - local people. Liberal Democrats believe in localism, devolution andlistening to the public.
He supports Liberal Democrat initiatives to deal with crime and anti-social behaviour without demonising groups such as the youths. Robert’s casework has included dealing with fly tipping, abandoned vehicles, litter, unsafe pavements and opposing a mobile phone mast.

ALTON EASTBROOKE

BRADFORD, PAMELA JEAN (Lib Dem)

I have lived in Alton for many years and became a councillor because I believed there should be more ladies involved with Local Government.
During my time with the town council I have served on all the different committees and have been privileged to have been the Town Mayor.
Recently I have been the chairman of the Recreation Committee. This includes the allotments and we have been able to provide a few raised beds so disabled members are able to enjoy allotment gardening. Also we have provided a new skate park in Anstey Park so the younger ones do not have to travel all the way to Jubilee Fields. At present we are working to renew some of the play area in Anstey, at the same time we hope to renew some of the play equipment in the Public Gardens.
At district level I was elected eight years ago now and have been on the Housing Panel for most of that time. I am part of the Domestic Violence Forum, the new Licensing Committee and recently Building Successful Communities. Outside Council I have been a school governor and I am a member of the Mutiple Schlerosis Society, local branch, as their chairman for a while.

BUTLER, CHRIS (Con)

Married to Liz, I am a local farmer. I have been a District Councillor in the past and served as chairman of the Council. I am deeply committed to the countryside and concerned about the state of the rural economy which so deeply affects the town of Alton.
The district council is about local issues, those that actually affect us on our streets. We can all be proud of the results we are achieving in recycling. Now that we have got used to the alternate weekly collection, the results are quite amazing and have put us at the forefront of recycling in the country. The roll-out of the glass collection is now under way and promises to give us even better results. Don’t forget that bottle banks will stay in place for those extra “party” bottles.
Housing pressures continue and I am determined that, not only will we not allow anything that damages this beautiful old market town, but also we must continue to ensure that our local infrastructure maintains pace with appropriate development. I will be proud to return to a Council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years.

TREACHER, JANICE MARY (Lab)

Jan is Hampshire born and bred and has lived in the Alton area for 26 years. She worked in Hampshire schools for 16 years before taking early retirement. Jan was an art teacher in a comprehensive school for 10 years and then taught in an infant school for six years. Jan served on Chawton Parish Council for four years including serving as chairman. She is the chair of East Hampshire Constituency Labour Party and the Secretary of Alton Branch Labour Party. Jan belongs to the Alton Arts Society and spends some leisure time each week painting. Since retiring Jan has been very involved with grand children, as many grand parents do these days. She believes that on a local level we should be providing the very best amenities we can for our young people and our elderly residents.To secure the future for our children we must make our environment cleaner, greener and safer. We must tackle issues such as vandalism and antisocial behaviour so that money and other resources are channelled into improving facilities for all.

ALTON WESTBROOKE

SAUNDERS, JACQUELINE ANNE (Con)

Originally from the Basingstoke area, I moved to Alton in 1990 and live close to the town centre. I have two children aged 15 and 20 and I work full time in the general insurance business. I am also a member of a number of community activities and have been involved in local politics for several years. But, if you want something done, ask a busy person – I am sure I will have the time to devote to being a District Councillor and to keeping in touch with local residents and responding to their needs and concerns.
My hobbies include music, walking and the countryside and Alton is the perfect place for all three. We have some superb amenities here, although one of the most pressing issues in the Westbrooke ward is the rebuilding of our Community Centre and I am very keen to see this come to fruition. Conservative EHDC has achieved Beacon status in recycling and I am determined that we will keep on improving this aspect of our contribution to the environment. I shall be proud to be part of a council that has committed to freezing its Council Tax for three years.

SMITH, JOHN FRANK (Lib Dem)

I am married to Chris and have two adult daughters. I am semi-retired and work part time for Alton College and Cardiac Rehab I have represented the Liberal Democrats on the Town Council for eight years and am a former Town Mayor. It has been my honour to represent Alton Westbrooke on the District Council for an eventful two years.
I was educated in and have lived in Alton for over 50 years and am naturally proud of the town and passionately committed to improve it and to listen to the views of its people.
I really believe in local democracy and that local people should decide matters at grass roots level wherever possible and this is why I believe it is important to exercise your vote.
I am very interested in safeguarding our environment and feel it is essential to reduce our carbon footprint if we are to preserve the future for our children.
As chairman of The Crime and Disorder panel in Alton, it has been interesting to have been involved with the police in trying to improve matters for residents. Certainly neighbourhood policing is working but there is still much to be done. My interests involve all sport, walking and local charities.

ALTON WHITEDOWN

CHICK, ALLAN BARRY (Lib Dem)

Allan Chick and his wife have a married daughter and have lived in Alton for 33 years. Allan is a retired senior Civil Servant. “I have been a town councillor for almost 12 years and also a District Councillor for the last four. Altonians know how hard I work to promote the town. As a director of the Alton Initiatives Management Comany, I will continue to push for more investment in our town. Together with my district council collegues I pushed to bring more affordable housing to Alton.
As I live in Alton and am retired I am able too devote a great deal of time to my council duties. I look forward to representing all of you to the best of my abilities. Please support me on May 3."

GODBER, ROGER JOHN (Lab)

Roger Godber has lived in the Alton area for over 20 years. He works in IT project management near Winchester and is the Treasurer of East Hampshire Constituency Labour Party. He has been a local government candidate for this area at parish, district and county council level. In his spare time he plays trombone for local music groups.
His particular policy interests are in environmental, housing and transport issues. He is very supportive of the proposed South Downs National Park to give improved protection to the outstanding landscape in the area. He would press for continued progress to completion of the designation process.
Housing in the district continues to be a difficult issue with continuing pressure from developers to build at higher densities and on green field sites, while many local residents have problems buying or renting the homes that the developers wish to build. There is a real issue with provision of affordable housing in this affluent district to meet housing need.
Local transport links, particularly between Basingstoke and Alton, must be improved. The last bus from Basingstoke leaves at 5.35pm each day, making public transport impractical for work or visiting the principal hospital in the area.

HOPE, BARRY JAMES (Con)

After working in London for a computer services company for 20 years, I am now employed as a manager in the Mental Health sector and have a keen interest in ensuring the vulnerable in our society are enabled to live as full and independent lives as possible.
I was born in the Whitedown area of Alton and have worked in the area at different times over the years. I have been a parish councillor for Bramshott and Liphook for the last five years, two of which has been as chairman. I am married to Eve, who is a district councillor and we have four sons, two of whom are married and have provided us with four grandchildren who keep us quite busy.
I am keen to represent Alton residents at EHDC, with a special interest in the Whitedown area. My experience of working with local councillors will equip me well to carry out this role and I am very much looking forward to it. I believe the voice and interests of the local community should be heard and represented and will do all I can to ensure they are heard by EHDC.

ALTON WOOTEYS
(UNCONTESTED)

JANES, JERRY (Lib Dem)

I have been a member of the town and district councils since 1991 and have a great deal of experience of working for the people I represent. My majority has increased with each election I have fought and it is significant that both the Conservative and Labour parties have failed to provide candidates to oppose me this time.
The reason for my growing support is clear; I work incredibly hard for my ward and have been very successful in representing their interests. I am a specialist in housing matters and have served on the Board of Drum Housing for more than ten years.
Being a local authority councillor is hard work and time consuming. I do it because I love doing it and I love representing the town and its people on the district council.
Jerry Janes has lived in Alton for almost 30 years and is a lecturer at Alton College. Married with two sons, he lives in Holybourne and has served as a governor on four local schools. He founded and chairs a charity that provides financial assistance to the poorest members of our community and enjoys playing and umpiring cricket for his village side. A former Mayor of Alton he enjoys the quality of life the town offers and wishes to see it preserved.

GRAYSHOTT

COWPER, FERRIS EDWARD (Con)

I have lived in Grayshott with my family for 30 years this coming September. I have brought up two successful daughters in this lovely village and many of you know my Mum who comes over quite a bit. Grayshott is a wonderful family village and my family thrive in its welcoming environment.
I have been your district councillor for the past eight years. So much is going on that, after the 2003 election, I decided to set up a page on www.grayshott.com to let you know everything I was doing on your behalf as well as useful bits of news. Despite issuing an update every 6-8 weeks, those newsletters have always been full of new information.
Among them were my negotiations to bring The Square into Parish Council ownership, helping to get the new toilets built in the Headley Road car park, speaking on behalf of the village at the A3 Inquiry, reducing the Tesco truck nuisance and facilitating numerous grants for village organisations.
I'm proud to lead a council that is freezing Council Tax and improving services by efficiency and enterprise and hope you will allow me to continue to represent Hampshire’s best village.


JAMES, NICHOLAS ANDREW MILBURN (Lib Dem)

My name is Nicholas James and I have lived in East Hampshire all of my life. My family have owned and managed a village shop and Post Office in Hampshire for over 25 years so I am used to being at the heart of the local community.
I joined the Liberal Democrats at the age of 15 and since then have been actively involved in campaigning on local community issues in East Hampshire.
I believe in local democracy. If elected I will consult the people of Grayshott to identify and address local concerns.
As a young candidate, I will ensure the views of young people are taken more seriously. I aim to raise the profile of the District Youth Council so that the younger people of East Hampshire have a real voice in local politics.
I am concerned about this Conservative council's lack of action on environmental issues and climate change in particular.
They have dragged their feet for eight years, despite all their promises. This is one of the biggest challenges we face today and, as my generation will face the consequences in future years, I am determined to make a difference here in Grayshott and East Hampshire.

HEADLEY

(TWO SEATS)

CLIFFORD, RICHARD THOMAS (Lib Dem)

Richard Clifford has been an active Headley Parish Councillor for nearly ten years, including four years as chairman of the Amenities and Recreations Committee which looks after the parish council’s open spaces.
Richard has overseen the replacement and refurbishment of children’s play areas and has ensured that relations with the local Sports Association and Allotments Committee are on a sound footing.
A keen environmentalist Richard has taken the lead in promoting cycling by ensuring cycle racks are placed throughout the parish. Richard is a tree warden and also represents the council as a Friend of Arford Common.
Richard believes that Conservative councils have not served Headley well, demonstrated by poor planning decisions, the appalling state of local roads and lack of public transport.
Richard’s priorities are affordable housing, restoration of the Heatherlands playing field and urgent action on Grayshott Heathland Trust.
Richard is disappointed by Conservative run district council’s lack of action on climate change and will use his business background to focus on the elimination of waste in local government.
Richard works locally for an electronics company. He is married to Gillian and enjoys countryside walks, cycling, wildlife and the occasional visit to Aldershot Football Club.

HOPWOOD, GARY (Lib Dem)

Gary Hopwood is Chairman of Headley Parish Council has a proven track record of standing up for Headley and Headley Down on a wide range of local issues.
He lives on the Heatherlands Estate with his wife Donna and three children who are all at local schools, and chairs the Heatherlands Action Group.
Gary is working hard to improve transport and recreation for the whole of Headley Parish and hopes to have the sports project completed by March 2008.
He regularly attends transport meetings at district council and has just finished the local school travel plan which has just gone to be approved.
Gary has already successfully organised a “rubbish amnesty” on Heatherlands and hopes that this could now be spread across the whole parish if not the district in an effort to combat the appalling fly tipping that occurs in East Hampshire.
Gary says: “I am standing to be your next district councillor in Headley to get things done. My key objectives are to work with the parish council and residents to improve local amenities in Headley and Headley Down and to lobby for better public transport. I will work my Liberal Democrat colleagues to achieve just that.”

MILLARD, RICHARD CHARLES STUART (Con)

I am honoured to have been selected as one of your Conservative candidates in the district council elections. Geoffrey Whittle will be a hard act to follow, but he has already imparted a lot of very sound advice and I will draw from the wealth of experience around me, especially from our community.
Having lived in the area for over 15 years, I have spent most of my time establishing my consultancy business in the local area and in more recent years laying the foundations of my personal life with my fiancée Kerry and our one year old son Sam. I now look forward to serving my local community.
As one of the new generation of Conservative members, I believe that we need to adopt a consultative approach to the council’s role to ensure that we listen to and understand local views and opinions, in order to ensure our policies meet the needs of residents in a cost-effective and efficient manner. I look forward to serving you as one of your two district councillors and I will be proud to be part of a council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years.

WILLIAMS, ANTHONY JOHN (Con)

I’ve lived in Headley with my wife and family for 31 years and been one of your district councillors for ten years. I am proud to be part of a council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years.
I am the vice-chairman of the Northern Area Planning Committee and also serve on the Overview and Scrutiny Committee. I am a Chartered Accountant with a practice in Bordon.
I am committed to the future of the parish and made presentations to the Local Plan Enquiry Inspector concerning Headley Fields, The Paddock and the Arford Triangle.
I also represented the parish council at the A3 Hindhead Tunnel Inquiry in respect of the proposed “Outer Western Route” across Ludshott Common.
I have been involved in submissions to the South East Regional Plan and the Hampshire Minerals and Waste Framework, particularly in respect of possible sand extraction and waste dumping to the north of the parish.
I will use the experience that I have gained as your district councillor - and as a Headley parish councillor for the past 28 years currently as vice-chairman, to serve all residents of Headley and Headley Down to the best of my ability.

HOLYBOURNE AND FROYLE

FITZER, ROGER THOMAS (Lib Dem)

 I have lived in Alton for 25 years. For the last eight years I have represented Wooteys Ward on Alton Town Council. Most people I meet agree that this part of Hampshire is a pretty good place to live and bring up a family. We have few of the serious problems that affect many other parts of the country but there are still plenty of things that need to be done to improve life for local people.
This is why I am involved in politics, to try to make a difference and to improve the way that our money is spent. I have spent my life dealing with people and like to think that I'm a pretty good listener. This helps me represent the views of local people. I've never been keen on long meetings and talking shops but unfortunately its difficult to avoid them if you want to get things done in local politics! I hope that you will use your vote in May to keep democracy alive in this part of Hampshire.

NONHEBEL, BRIAN MARTIN (Ind)

I am a retired senior civil servant. I have lived in Shalden for over 15 years and my sin and his wife now live in Froyle, so I am well placed to learn and observe any failings in EHDC services provided to residents of the four villages. My opponents live elsewhere and will not have the same interests, whatever they say.
I oppose EHDC's collaboration with the Regional Assembly and the SE Development Plan, believing they are anti-democratic and misguided. We do not need more tiers of government, and local people know best about local planning and housing needs.
I excoriate Thornber and the Conservative gang at HCC for implementing the destruction of the Hampshire Libraries which serve all age groups, when they continue to draw lavish expenses. I deplore the use of Council Tax for services which should be provided centrally. I deplore the cross subsidisation of EHDC towns and Southampton and Portsmouth from monies which should properly be spent locally.
I very much hope you will support me as an independent voice on May 3 against the behemoths of the national parties. 

O’DONNELL, DAVID PETER (Con)
It has been my pleasure to represent you on EHDC since 2003. During that time, I have met many of you and been of help with everything from halls to housing, roads to refuse, personal issues to planning and I am proud to be part of a council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years.
What has given me the most pleasure has been working on local issues that have really helped our communities as well as individuals. Things I’m really proud of include: working with the people of Holybourne to help keep the Lottery and Post Office in the Village Shop; helping with grants to improve Froyle and Holybourne Village Halls; supporting individuals with housing issues; ensuring the fantastic new recycling centre on A31 cleared up its mess; working with the Treloars Action Group to improve access for the students in Alton and Holybourne.
The experience of the last four years means that I know how to get things done for your communities and I will continue to get results for you. I will continue to put you first. I will work with you to keep Lasham, Shalden, Holybourne and Froyle great places to live.

HORNDEAN CATHERINGTON AND LOVEDEAN

MCEWAN, SARAH JANE (Lib Dem)

Sarah McEwan is 41 years old, has lived in Horndean for 14 years and has been married to Graham for 22 years. Their 21-year-old son Liam attended Horndean Junior School and Horndean Technology College.
Sarah graduated from the University of Portsmouth in 2000 with a degree in Social Policy and Administration and is now employed as a Youth Worker. She is about to become an approved Foster Carer. Sarah says “the needs of the local community, including issues concerning young people, have motivated me to stand as a district councillor. I feel I have a lot to offer.”
Horndean has grown so much in recent years with little expansion in the infrastructure for residents. The Tories in control in Penns Place have allowed Horndean to become the poor relation within EHDC.
And Tory controlled Hampshire County Council has acted to reduce and even remove local bus services – the lifeline for many villages like Catherington and Lovedean.
Sarah said: “I would be a worthy champion of local causes on issues such as speed restrictions, bus services, safe social meeting places for our young people and a day centre for the elderly. I simply ask for the chance to make a difference.”

SCHILLEMORE, SARA ELIZABETH (Con)

I have been your elected representative on East Hampshire District Council since 1999 and I have been active in many local issues during this time.
I have three children, all of whom have attended local schools. I have lived in the area for many years and have also been a parish councillor for Catherington.
I am keenly interested in young people and education. I am a governor at both Horndean Junior School and Horndean Technology College, where I am also able to help with the citizenship program in years ten and eleven.
Our young people have limited access to leisure facilities and I am working to support the proposal to open RKadia as an informal meeting point seven nights a week.
Other priorities include your access to public transport, safer travel to and from school with less road congestion, continuing to increase our recycling services and preventing inappropriate development spoiling our local area and street scenes.
I am proud to be part of a council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years.

HORNDEAN DOWNS

GIDDINGS, DAPHNE JOAN (Lib Dem)

Daphne Giddings is a lively, active, young at heart 70-year-old. She has lived in this area since 1960 and at her present address, within the ward, since 1993. She is married, with two children and two grandchildren, all of whom have been educated locally.
For the past three years, Daphne has been a Downs ward parish councillor. She now wants to put her valuable experience of representing the ward at use at a higher level. In particular, she wants to see an improvement in local public transport and provision of meeting facilities for teenagers so they don’t have to hang around late night shops. Daphne believes Horndean and Clanfield have been badly treated by the district council with little investment in the community and will work to redress this.
Daphne worked with the School meals service whilst her children grew up, then became a mature student at Southdowns College. She had a career as an assistant accountant until retirement.
Since retiring, Daphne has been busy volunteering for Home Start Butser, working with children and families. She also worked with local care groups and she also delivered prescriptions for the local pharmacy. For recreation, Daphne enjoys, reading, knitting and driving.

MARSHALL, JULIA MARY (Con)

In 2006, I retired to this part of the world with my husband, Ivan. We were impressed with every part of this area, but finally settled in Clanfield, just beyond the boundary of Downs Ward. I hope you will agree with me that I live quite close enough to represent you effectively at East Hanmpshire District Council and I ask for your support and your vote in the district elections on May 3.
I was a local councillor in Surrey for several years, so I have considerable experience of representing my community and looking after the interests of the people who elected me.
In my previous council, I served on the management committee of the youth centre so I am familiar with the needs of today’s young people.
I was also on the management of the Citizens’ Advice Bureau, work I found especially rewarding.
Now that we have retired, I will have the time, even with two grown-up children and five grandchildren, to devote to council work and keeping in touch with you and your concerns. And, I will be proud to be part of a council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years.

HORNDEAN HAZLETON AND BLENDWORTH

DENSTON, DOROTHY KATHLEEN (Con)

Election Day is the May 3 and once again I am asking for your support. Since you last elected me, I have represented you on the Gales Regeneration Panel and the A3 Consulting Panel, both of which are progressing, but far from completion.
I am chairman of the area forum and the Protecting the Environment Panel. I also represent the council on the Staunton Country Park Management Committee, Extended Schools and the Portsmouth Overview and Scrutiny for Health Committee and, like all members of the district council, I am on planning and full council meetings.
I am proud to be a member of East Hampshire District Council not just because we have succeeded in freezing our part of the Council Tax, but also because we are continuing to improve services and amenities across the district and that has included Horndean.
I have lived in Horndean for 40 years and I have three children, one daughter and two sons, all educated in Horndean schools. I am totally committed to Horndean. I live here, I want value for money and, yes, I am parochial!

MAIDEN, IAN ROGER (Lib Dem)

Ian was born and bred in Shropshire and studied electronics in a student apprenticeship at the Royal Radar Establishment in Malvern, Worcestershire. He went on to obtain an MSc degree specialising in microwave engineering. He is married and has three grown-up children.
His first job was on the Isle of Wight, followed by jobs in Portsmouth and Northamptonshire before finally settling in Horndean with his family 23 years ago.
He is currently employed by a leading European space company in Portsmouth. His interests are his two lovely grandchildren, hill walking and cycling (both for commuting and leisure).
For less strenuous pastimes he enjoys learning languages, being a member of the Horndean Twinning Association and watching Formula 1 on television.
For the past eight years he has been a Horndean parish councillor and served on several committees. At present he sits on the Open Spaces and the Staff committees and is chairman of the Finance and General Purposes committee.
He would welcome the opportunity to have greater influence in Horndean's development and wants to see more facilities for all age groups in this part of the district. Of particular interest are the provisions for pedestrians/cyclists in the A3 development.

HORNDEAN KINGS

GORDON, WILLIAM (Con)

I moved to the Horndean area with my wife, Ann, when I retired from my job with an International Airline based at Heathrow. I also have a son living in Hampshire. I have always been interested in Local Government and when the opportunity arose in 2005, I became a member of Horndean Parish Council. At present I serve on two committees, planning and property and I represent Horndean Parish Council at the A3 Consultative panel.
Now I have my sights set on representing you at the district council. Horndean is a lovely area and I will work hard to preserve its rural character. It has 130 acres of woodland and open space, which we are the custodians of and are for the use of the public as a whole. I will strongly resist any attempt to develop that land.
I have the time and the energy to devote to keeping in touch with you and making sure that your concerns and the issues of the whole of our parish are effectively represented where it counts. And, I will be proud to be part of a council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years.

GRAHAM, KEN (Lib Dem)

Ken Graham has represented Horndean Kings ward for the past eight years. He is a retired district manager with a major Insurance company, widowed with four grown-up children. A local man brought up in Havant, he lives in Kings Ward and is a keen bowler and sports enthusiast.
Ken said: “I pledge to continue to work for better facilities for all in Horndean, both young and not so young, no matter what your political allegiances are.
“Just as I have in the past. My aims are: to listen to your concerns, to continue to work with the community, to build on my past achievements over the last eight years, to be your local voice on local issues such as antisocial behaviour, better footpaths and roads, larger doctors surgery, dental practice, fewer back garden developments, youth facilities and a day centre for the elderly.
At present I am vice-chairman of the joint management committee at Horndean Technology College, Chairman of the Horndean and Clanfield Youth Project, council member of Horndean Community Association, vice-chairman of the district council’s Standards Committee, vice-chairman of the Southern Area Forum, member of the Licensing Committee, deputy president of Hampshire County Bowling Association, as well as other council and local committees”.

HORNDEAN MURRAY

ASHTON, MIKE (Lib Dem)

Mike has lived in Murray Ward since 1980 and has represented the ward on EHDC for four years. He is a retired chartered engineer, married with two sons, both of whom attended local schools.
As a councillor he has worked for improved services and facilities and to identify a better future for Horndean. He organised the Horndean and Clanfield Health Forum that raised the priority for local health needs and worked with Mind in Havant and DRUM Housing to establish a local social support facility for people with mental health problems.
He has managed to get effort put into developing an off/ quiet road cycle route from Horndean to Havant and has worked for improved pedestrian facilities and to improve the appearance of the ward.
Mike undertakes voluntary work with schools to promote engineering as a profession, is active in Hampshire Wildlife Trust and is chairman of Horndean Parish Plan, Environment Group.
He enjoys fell walking, cycling and dinghy sailing. If elected he will continue to work to improve the local environment, for better facilities and encourage people to become more involved in community issues.

KITTREDGE, CHRISTINE (Con)

I have lived in various parts of Horndean for 35 years. My four children were all educated in the local schools and are now well established in their careers. I have always been interested in Local Government and I have the time and the energy to devote to keeping in touch with you and making sure that your concerns are answered.
My priority would be to increase facilities for young people in this area; to ask them to say what they would like and to resolve their requests. They need a place for casual meetings and pastimes. Some of the amenities already available have additional capacity that we could put to good use with a bit of thought and some investment. I will encourage colleagues on EHDC to look again at recent surveys and act upon the results.
Conservative EHDC has served our community well and has set in train plans for the future that are cost-effective and will continue to improve the services we need. I look forward to making sure that Horndean enjoys all those improvements and I will be proud to be part of a Council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years.

LINDFORD

KING, LIZ (Lib Dem)

Liz King was born, bred and educated in East Hampshire and has recently moved to Lindford. She has been a deputy head and teacher for many years and has been a laboratory scientific officer for a North Hants PCT. Liz has two sons and two grandchildren.
An active Liberal Democrat for 25 years Liz has been deeply involved in standing up for local people and has already spoken to many residents about issues affecting people here in Lindford.
Liz’s main concerns are protecting the environment, over-development in Lindford, lack of local facilities and poor public transport.
Like many residents Liz is particularly concerned about the impact of the new Chase Rd development and feels Conservative run EHDC has let Lindford down.
Liz is supporting Liberal Democrat county councillor Adam Carew in calling for a 30mph speed limit through the village.
“Lindford Parish Council is celebrating 25 years this year. With the population of Whitehill-Bordon likely to double it is vitally important that Lindford maintains its independence and village way of life.
I will work hard with Cllr Adam Carew to get a better deal for Lindford and a greener, fairer, better run district council."


PARKER-SMITH, YVONNE MARGARET (Con)

I have lived in Lindford since 1991 and enjoyed being your district councillor since 1999. I regularly attend parish council meetings and am always available to residents. I am in constant contact with the district council and the managers on site to try to alleviate problems arising from the Chase Road development, which was forced upon us by Central Government policies. I chair a Social Justice Board at the district council and we have been working on an “A to Z” of services to be included in Partners magazine.
My election as president of the League of Friends for the Chase Hospital and as a public governor of North Hampshire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (Basingstoke) mean I am very aware of problems with local healthcare. There is a need to have a minor injuries unit at our community hospital.
I have recently been elected president of Lindford Women’s Institute and I am also enjoying this new role.
I love being involved with our community and have gained immense knowledge during my eight years of representing you all, and would love to continue to put this to good use. I look forward to continuing to represent you on the district council.

LISS

(TWO SEATS)

CARTWRIGHT, ELIZABETH AUDREY (Con)

My husband, Michael, and I have lived in Liss for 34 years. I have represented Liss as one of two district councillors for the last 20 years. I was the leader of the council from 1999-2004 and currently serve in the Cabinet with the responsibility for affordable housing. I am the council’s representative on the South East England Regional Assembly and as such am chairman of the Regional Housing Board.
I am a past chairman of Liss Parish Council and of the governors of Liss Infant School, where I am still a governor. I am a member of the South Downs Joint Committee which has been set up to manage the two AONBs (Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty) in anticipation of the South Downs National Park, of which Liss will be a part.
I value our beautiful countryside and will seek its protection. I have also always recognised the plight of so many families and young people unable to afford a home in this expensive part of the country. I have sought with the council to make the best possible use of our resources to provide homes for local people.

HAMMOND, LESLIE NEIL (Lab)

If elected, along with my colleague Howard Linsley we will be strong voices for Liss and will not ignore the needs of our village. What have local Tories done for our village in the last four years? Bus services have got worse. Antisocial behaviour has got worse despite successful Labour Government legislation on ASBOs unused in Liss by our local Tory council. The streets have become dirtier and waste bins overflow when Tory EHDC has failed to empty them. Youth provision in the area is amongst the worst in the country. What have our Tory councillors been doing for the people of Liss? Tory attitude to housing is “one large expensive house rather than several smaller family houses”. For a better deal Liss needs new strong voices to represent your interests.
If elected we will deliver a regular newsletter keeping you informed on issues and how we are tackling them. We will consult you, run surveys on what you think affects our village and hold regular surgeries.
For a completely new approach to representing the people of Liss and to give our local village a real voice and a fair deal vote Hammond and Linsley – putting Liss first.

LINSLEY, HOWARD JEREMY (Lab)

Does Liss get a fair deal from EHDC? What have the ruling Tories done for Liss? As a Liss parish councillor for the last seven years I have spotted very little.
Yes Tory EHDC have threatened to charge for Liss car parks, so badly damaging the viability of all Liss shops and businesses.
Yes EHDC Tories have claimed credit for the work of others, even including the bus shelter provided by the parish council. How desperate do they get?
Does Liss get a fair deal from its district council? Are you satisfied that Liss Tories have fought for the people of Liss? If not vote for two Labour candidates who will put Liss first.
I already understand many of the issues that affect the people of Liss. If elected we will run surgeries, deliver a regular newsletter to keep you informed on village issues and what we are doing to improve Liss. We will consult you and run surveys on what you think affects our village and we will respond to your needs.
For a completely new approach to representing the people of Liss and to give our local village a real voice and a fair deal vote Hammond and Linsley – putting Liss first.

LOGAN, GINA KEMBER (Con)

My husband, Gordon, and I have enjoyed living in Liss for nearly 20 years. The village has a great sense of community, which I value very highly. I know first-hand the pressures and problems we face.
We live in one of the most beautiful parts of the country within the East Hampshire Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and the proposed South Downs National Park (SDNP). I believe we must work to preserve the intrinsic character of our village and both Gordon and I are members of Liss Conservation Volunteers.
I first became involved in village activities in 1998 when helping in the production of the Village Design Statement.
I have been a parish councillor since 2001; I chair the Highways Committee and organise the production and delivery of Liss Village Voice. I was elected to the district council in a by-election in 2005 and have enjoyed the privilege of representing the people of Liss.
I am currently serving on the Overview and Scrutiny Committee, the South Planning Committee, the Community Forum (Petersfield, Liss and Surrounding Villages) and the Protecting the Environment panel. I will do my best to serve the interests of all the people in Liss.


PETERSFIELD BELL HILL

JOHNSON, MOIRA (Lab)

CLAXTON, ANNE PHYLLIS (Lib Dem)

I have lived in Steep and Petersfield for nearly 40 years. For 22 years I was head of music at TPS and ran the youth part of the music festival. Since retiring ten years ago I have become chairman of the Friends of Petersfield Museum and of Artscape. I have been involved in Paint Week, opening my house.
I have been an EHDC councillor for nearly seven years, representing The Causeway ward for four. I sit on several panels at Penns Place and am the district council's representative on Community First.
I am interested in the welfare of every age group, particularly in providing affordable housing for the young and sheltered accommodation for the elderly. I intensely dislike the casual vandalism in the town and people's inability to bin their rubbish.
The state of the roads and pavements in and around Petersfield concerns me. The recent upheaval when many repairs were being carried out was unbelievable but there is still much to be done.
The environmental issues affecting us all are very much in my mind and the new legislation affecting home building needs careful consideration.
One of my main aims is to help Petersfield continue to be a thriving, happy and healthy community.

MATTHEWS, ROBERT (Con)

For well over 20 years my family and I have had the benefit of living in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Now retired, after commuting throughout that time to the City of London, I feel it is time to focus on issues nearer to home - to give back to the local community.
I strongly believe, perhaps ironically, that Petersfield should be far more than a commuter town. Equally it should be more than simply a tourist attraction or a town solely for retirees. It requires a balanced future providing local employment, thriving and diversified shops, support for old and young alike, a range of housing – including affordable housing - and flourishing schools.
But we must achieve this without endangering the heritage that surrounds us. And we must do it in a cost effective manner which will not endanger the budget so skilfully managed by East Hampshire’s Conservative council.
To accomplish this will be challenging. However, I believe I have the energy, commitment, and experience to deal with these issues – particularly the issues of business and finance. With the support of the voters of Petersfield Causeway I look forward to building on the successes of the last four years.

ORGAN, BILL (Lab)

I am married and have lived in Petersfield for over 25 years. I strongly support state education and all my children have attended local state schools.
I worked mainly in industrial R&D and part-time for the Open University. I am a member of the local Amnesty International Group and the Petersfield Area Historical Society. I use my bike for shopping and some recreation.
Being a volunteer adviser at the local Citizens Advice Bureau, has provided me with a special insight into the social problems of the town.
I care about Petersfield and the quality of life for those who live and work here. Many of the issues for the local councils require common sense rather than political dogma. If elected as your councillor, I will ensure that your voice is heard loud and clear.
I am not in favour of allowing Tesco to expand by over 50%, but would like TPS to have an all-weather pitch. I want J. B.Corrie Ltd to remain here but is The Causeway the only site?
On a wider front, I would campaign to increase affordable housing in the town.
I want to improve local public transport and will press for a free garden waste collection.

AYER, BOB (Con) 

Bob Ayer is a district and town councillor and the current Town Mayor. He has lived in Petersfield for over 30 years. His children went to the local state schools and his grandchildren are at Herne Junior School, of which he is a governor. Bob and his wife, Hilary, are both active in the town and are ever-present helpers at the SNAP Discos. He is a Durham University graduate and a chartered engineer who served as an officer in the Royal Navy for 25 years before becoming a systems engineer.
He is the current chairman of the district council’s Building Successful Communities Panel and a past chairman of the district council. He has served on all committees of the town council and is the chairman of Petersfield Tomorrow.
“I promise to continue working very hard for Rother Ward, Petersfield and the district as a whole. I am very proud to be part of a council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years and still manages to improve services and amenities across the district.”

PETERSFIELD ST MARY’S

CONINX, JONATHAN ROGER (Lib Dem)

I am a Chartered Accountant working as the finance director for a group of companies based in Winchester.
Have lived in Petersfield for 11 years with my wife after moving here from London.
My background in finance would enable me to contribute to the objectives of getting value for money from the council tax, while keeping to my beliefs in the Liberal Democrat principles of fair treatment for everyone.

STACPOOLE, GUY (Con)

It has been my privilege to represent Petersfield since 2003 as an elected councillor on EHDC, where I have served in the Cabinet as portfolio holder for economic development, ICT and tourism. I am proud to be part of a council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years.
My business career culminated in my being managing director of a European telecoms company and it is relevant that I have previously been an elected councillor in neighbouring Waverley, although I have lived in this area for the last eight years.
For the future I hope to enable the district council to improve its service levels through the application of modern technologies combined with setting up local offices in the main centres so that access is truly local.
I have successfully defended residential streets in Petersfield from the scourge of the developer and the Government’s policy of high density brownfield development and it is clear that Sheet and St Mary's have a special need for protection from this and, sometimes, neighbouring councils!
I support The Swing, Independence if necessary, the Ramshill Play Area, the Millennium Meadow and I voted for the skateboard area and against the hockey pitch.

STRAW, CHRISTINE MARIE (Lab)

PETERSFIELD ST PETER’S

AYER, HILARY ANN (Con)

I have lived in Petersfield for over 30 years. My children went to the local state schools and my grandchildren are at Herne Junior School and TPS. I am on the governing body of TPS. I am a Durham University honours graduate and retired school teacher.
I am a member of the Embroiderers' Guild and a long-standing supporter of the Town Darts League. I have been your councillor for four years and delighted to have been of service to so many of you. I am proud to be part of a council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years.
My husband, Bob, is also a district and town councillor and we are both ever-present helpers at the SNAP Discos.
I am the chairman of the town council’s Antisocial Behaviour Working Party. I am a member of the Community Safety Partnership and look forward to working towards our Safer Neighbourhoods with the new team.
I lead the project looking at employment and training for young people and the wellbeing of our more senior residents is also a priority. I am a councillor who cares about our town and its residents, whether young, old or inbetween.

PINHORN, ALEX (Lib Dem)

I am standing as The Liberal Democrat candidate in St Peter’s because I feel strongly that every one should have access to democracy.
Two years ago I was an assistant manager of a residential home for people with learning disabilities. I found this hugely challenging yet rewarding. Being able to support people to empower themselves regardless of disability was a privilege. However constantly policies were thrown at me by people who had no idea or consideration for the lives of the people that it affected. So I decided to do something about it! I went back into education and I am now currently studying politics as a mature student at the University of Surrey.
Being 24 puts me in a fantastic position in that I can relate to the issues and problems that young people go through today. I can honestly say that I understand.
It is important for young people to have a say in the community and be encouraged to take part in the democratic process.
My work has given me an insight into the need to support everyone when they are struggling with housing, employment and financial problems.
Finally I am committed to the environment, to ensure the next generation's future.

ROPLEY AND TISTED

GRAHAM, CHRIS (Con)

I am a third generation Hampshire farmer and the only farmer within the current council. Since my election in 2003, I have been involved in improvements to many local services, including the provision of affordable housing for local families and the Cango Bus service and Taxi Share Scheme, now available throughout the district.
I am also proud to be part of a council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years, while still making these improvements.
As a member of several of local sports clubs, I understood the need for Ropley’s new sports pavilion and worked hard as part of the team to secure the necessary funding, as well as getting improved funding for activities such as the youth club that now use the pavilion.
In addition to the pavilion funding, I helped to secure grants for the Victorian Village Fayre in Ropley, the redevelopment and improvement of Newton Valence Social Club, the maintenance of the Dew Pond in the centre of East Tisted village and for the new Ropley Village Shop and Post Office. I remain committed to enhancing and improving local services and amenities and look forward to another four years as your councillor.


LUDLOW, LIZ (Lib Dem)

Liz Ludlow is a biologist working in Southampton. She has lived in Alton for 20 years and is married to Tony Ludlow who represented East Tisted and Newton Valence for eight years before the boundaries changed. They have two children. Liz has been a school governor.
"As a biologist I am particularly concerned about climate change. I have followed the scientific arguments and I have no doubt that it is the greatest threat we face, so I fully support the Lib Dem plans to make Penns Place and the Taro more energy efficient. This will cut costs and CO2 emissions. We must lead by example in our own facilities.
Although this is the first time I have stood for election, I have been involved in the process many times over the last 25 years and I share the Lib Dem values and priorities: "a sense of fairness, a hatred of injustice and an active sympathy towards the vulnerable". If elected, I shall work to make sure these values are high priorities for the council."

ROWLANDS CASTLE

HARVEY, MARGE (Con)

As most of the village knows, I was born at Hollybank on Redhill Road and have lived here on and off for over 60 years. My family still live around the village and it holds many very happy memories for me.
My husband's job as a surveyor for Lloyds Register of Shipping has taken us round the world, but we have always maintained a home here, so when we were finally repatriated we naturally returned here.
We have three daughters and two grandchildren (this year that will double with two of our daughters expecting babies), so we feel very lucky. My husband is chairman of the parish council and together we try to do our best to look after the village.
I’ve been your district councillor for nearly three years and I hope you agree with me that I have managed to make a difference.
I also hope that you all know that you can contact me or stop me at any time when I’m in the village, if you have something you want to bring to my attention or need some help with a local issue.

WHITAKER, PETER (Lib Dem)

Peter grew up in Yorkshire but has lived in Rowlands Castle for 19 years and is actively involved in village life. Following a degree in English at Leeds University he joined the Army to do his National Service, liked it, and stayed for the next 30 years, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel.
When he left he joined the School of Oriental and African Studies at London University, from which he has now retired.
For several years he worked for a charity in Chichester which cares for homeless men and women.
He is passionate about protecting the environment; and if elected, he will fight to save the green space between Rowlands Castle and Havant and do everything he can to preserve the character of the village. He will also campaign to increase the number of things we can recycle. Peter’s experience as an army officer, dealing with soldiers and their families and with the problems of the homeless, means that he knows how to listen to people and how to get things done. Peter can be contacted at peter.liberal.democrats@googlemail.com

SELBORNE

COMBER, MAUREEN CONSTANCE (Con)

I have lived at Frith End for the last 36 years and my husband David was born here. We both trained at the Hampshire College of Agriculture at Sparsholt and now run the family farm together. At the moment, there is only one farmer on the district council, so I look forward to joining him and doubling the representation of our vital industry.
I was a parish councillor for Kingsley for 15 years, chairman for eight. During that time I was responsible for setting up The Friends of St Nicolas to raise funds for the extensive work needed to restore this ancient church.
Lorries are decimating the verges of our country lanes, which carry too many vehicles travelling at too high a speed. This became particularly apparent during recent repair work to the B3004. This leaves recreational, non-motorised users completely disenfranchised, unable to enjoy the tranquillity and relaxation these old lanes used to afford.
It will be important to have representation on the Bordon redevelopment from those like me who have lived in the area for many years, to ensure the changes enhance rather than damage the surrounding countryside.

PRITCHARD, KEITH JOHN (Lib Dem)

I am standing to be your next district councillor because we need a strong local voice for Selborne and the surrounding villages of Blackmoor, Kingsley, Oakhanger and Worldham.
We live in a very beautiful part of East Hampshire and we need to keep it that way, preserving our rural way of life and protecting the countryside.
I want to serve our community in the best way I can focussing on local issues that affect us.
I feel councillors should live in the community they represent. I live in Selborne with my wife Sue and am deeply involved in village life, supporting community projects. I teach Selborne youngsters as a professional tennis coach and have a well known passion for rugby.
My priorities are: Reducing village speed limits, The poor state of our roads eg. B3006, Keeping our post offices open, Opposing Conservative’s bus cuts, Ensuring local people are listened to on planning matters.
Our communities are under major threat from expansion of quarrying, landfill and the resulting lorry movements. I pledge to work with parish councils and residents to oppose this.
Vote Keith Pritchard - Liberal Democrat, for a strong local voice and a greener, fairer East Hampshire.

THE HANGERS AND FOREST

JERRARD, DONALD GEORGE (Ind)

I am a retired solicitor, and the current chairman of the parish council in Greatham, where I have lived since 1988.
I joined my parish council because I felt that decisions of the district council, particularly in planning, seemed to favour the interests of big business, developers and friends of members of the council, and ignored the genuine concerns of local people who were most affected by them.
I am standing as an Independent in the ward where I have lived for nearly 20 years, so that electors may choose a candidate who will put their interests first.
If elected I shall also do my best to ensure that the council does not waste money on unwanted or inefficient services. Since I became chairman of Greatham Parish Council we have a proper budgetary process, and our precept was reduced by 33 per cent.
We must have fairness and transparency in our planning process, and fight against unwanted and unsympathetic development.
Planning decisions have not always been subject to proper democratic control, and some are still politically motivated. Wrong decisions are destroying our environment, and cultural heritage, and this has been happening for far too long. Please help me try and stop it!

ONSLOW, JUDY (Con)

I live in Greatham and I have represented The Hangers ward on East Hants District Council since 1999. I became portfolio holder for the environment after the death of my husband David. This covers refuse and recycling which we were both totally committed to and enjoy to this day working with the residents of East Hampshire who have achieved huge success.
The roll out of the glass collection has been successful also and this should be completed by the end of June. Grass cutting and street care continues to be a success with litter picking happening before the verges are cut.
I was very pleased we were able to keep the 73 bus running with a subsidy from EHDC. I know how important this service is for so many people. I am keeping an eye on the progress towards the South Downs National Park. At the moment, there is a delay, but I will keep a sharp watch for any proposed changes and strive to ensure that our whole ward stays within the boundary.
As a council, our next challenge is climate change. There are various projects in the pipeline which I very much look forward to progressing.

WHITEHILL CHASE

FADDY ZOYA (Lib Dem)

Since moving to Bordon 42 years ago I have witnessed so many changes. I ran the first playgroup in Bordon and I organised the opening of the Oxfam shop (one of the first in the country!). As a councillor for 23 years I have listened to many people and fought for more facilities to come to Bordon eg. Tescos. I am proud that I helped to bring the swimming pool to Mill Chase, lobbied for the new Woodlea school, supported the Deadwater Valley project and campaigned for the Whitehill roundabout for many years!
I am also a passionate supporter of the valuable work done by the Phoenix Arts Centre (as chairman for two difficult years I fought to save the centre from closure).
Four years ago I was angry when the powers-that-be at district council were ignoring the clear signals that the Army might pull out of Bordon and I was reprimanded for making it public.
The biggest challenge now is to seize this one-off opportunity to make Bordon and Whitehill an even better place to live.
My aspiration is that more women will get involved and contribute their valuable experience to help run local government.

WHITEHILL DEADWATER

LEACH, COLIN DAVID (Con)

I’ve lived in the heart of this ward for 27 years! Not many people know the area better than I do. We’ve seen a lot of changes over the years and not all of them good. But I like living here. It’s a nice area and the people are really friendly.
Quality of life is important to me because I am a carer for my dad, who isn’t so mobile nowadays. So, I’m really pleased with the social justice initiative from EHDC. Anyone in difficulty, through no fault of their own, should get the help they are entitled to.
With no car, I rely on public transport to get about. So, I’m glad that EHDC has agreed to fund the X73 bus. I want to improve our bus service, because like many of you, I really use them!
It’s great news that EHDC is going to freeze its part of the Council Tax for three years. I don’t have a full time job and caring for my dad is expensive. People like us find Council Tax hard to pay sometimes and this will help.
The Conservatives are doing a grand job running EHDC. We need a Conservative councillor in Whitehill.

MULDOON, TONY (Lib Dem)

Tony Muldoon has lived in Bordon for over 20 years, he is married to Christine and has two daughters Michelle and Louise. A local government officer for Guildford Borough Council, Tony has an excellent understanding of local government and the local planning system.
Tony has served twice on Whitehill Town Council before being elected to represent Deadwater in a by-election victory last year.
Tony said: “Without doubt the most important issue we face in Bordon is the withdrawal of large sections of the MoD.
“It was the Liberal Democrats who put this news into the public domain and demanded the set up the Whitehill-Bordon Opportunity.
“The loss of the Army could be a complete disaster for our community in terms of jobs losses and the economy but it is also a golden opportunity to get the facilities our community so desperately needs. What we must avoid is being swamped by housing.
“We have had eight long years of Conservative rule in East Hampshire and still we have nothing to show for it. All we get are vague promises but no action. That is why I and fellow Liberal Democrats are demanding a fair deal for Bordon.”

WHITEHILL HOGMOOR

DRURY, PHILIP (Lib Dem)

Philip Drury has lived in Whitehill for seven years and has a military background. He is an active member of the Town Partnership and a keen environmentalist.
Philip won the by-election for the Liberal Democrats after the sad death of councillor Dr Michael Watkinson, and has worked tirelessly for the people of Whitehill, Hogmoor ever since. Philip keeps his ears to the ground and is often seen chatting to local residents about their concerns.
Philip has never been afraid to stand up for local people. In just two short years he secured road safety measures on Hogmoor Road and is pressing for a 30mph speed limit.
He gained better street lighting and has demanded EHDC take urgent action on fly-tipping. He fought the Tory council’s pitiful level of grants for the Forest Community Centre and is working closely with the police on antisocial behaviour problems.
We need Philip as we face the most important challenge yet - withdrawal of the Army.
Philip said: “We need facilities and we need them now, not just thousands of new houses. We also need to protect our green spaces like the Hogmoor Enclosure. This is our town and we must be listened to.”

TODD-RUSSETT, OLIVIA (Con)

I was brought up on a farm in Northern Ireland and my family still farms in Scotland. I opened my first business, a coffee lounge and restaurant, at the age of 17. Later, I ran my own textile business in this area for many years and I now work part-time with the John Lewis Partnership, where we are all owners of the business.
I have been involved in local politics for some years, working in several campaigns in and around Whitehill. I have always been interested in local government and jumped at the opportunity to stand for election. Many exciting opportunities are going to arise out of the redevelopment of our town and I think it’s very important that all residents are given the opportunity to say what they want.
We need more Conservative councillors in Whitehill to make sure that the decisions taken over the next few years provide the very best value and make effective use of every resource available to us.
EHDC Conservatives have given us excellent value over the past four years. I shall be proud to be part of a Council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years.

WHITEHILL PINEWOOD

DOWDLE, IAN (Lib Dem)

I am a local Whitehill Bordon resident, businessman, and have served on Whitehill Town Council. I am a member of the Town Partnership Group, working on town improvement projects and am fortunate to be supported by my wife Sue.
I have known the town since 1974 when I joined the armed forces and I have lived and worked here for ten years, since leaving the army.
The Whitehill-Bordon Opportunity represents our greatest challenge locally, with the expected move of our military personnel in 2011. This challenge can have positive results, including better facilities, more employment and an improved quality of life.
If this is to be achieved, local needs with aspirations need to be listened to, understood and acted upon.
With a 4000-5,500 house build project likely, our population could double to 30,000. We demand the infrastructure to support this increase in population. This includes, shops, leisure, doctors, dentists, healthcare, police, emergency services and transport infrastructure.
I support the Green Town Vision which promotes sustainable, well planned, safe communities, with good local facilities. Our team of local Councillors support me, including independents and your local county councillor Adam Carew. Please support me, supporting you.

JONES, CHRIS (Con)

I am an international retailer and a parish councillor with wide experience of managing local issues. I will bring a new viewpoint to the exciting opportunities that will open up in Bordon and Whitehill as we progress towards the redevelopment of the town. There is as much that can be achieved for the residents of the Pinewood ward during this time and I want to make sure that every avenue has been explored and no stone left unturned.
It’s very easy to slip into idle ways of thinking, particularly if people have been working in an area for a long while - easy to say “we know what people want”, when they haven’t been asked and haven’t had their say.
As a parish councillor, I have always sought peoples’ opinions before acting on their behalf. I look forward to regular meetings with you to discuss problems to be resolved and opportunities for action. I will answer your communications to me promptly. As your district councillor, I will vigorously represent your views and work towards their implementation. I will be proud to be part of a Council that has committed to freezing its council tax for three years.

WHITEHILL WALLDOWN

CAREW, ADAM SEBASTIAN (Lib Dem)

“These elections will be very close. We have eight long years of Tory mismanagement and its the Lib Dems who have set the pace.
“EHDC needs to start listening to local people. On May 3, the people of East Hampshire will be faced with a clear choice: more cuts and blunders under the Tories or a greener, fairer East Hampshire with the Liberal Democrats.”
Adam was elected in 2003. He has lived in Whitehill nearly all his life and works hard for our community (website). An ecologist by profession Adam is Lib Dem spokesman for all things green. He spends any free time enjoying the East Hants countryside with his partner Jenny.
Adam has demanded action on climate change and Fairtrade and launched our town’s green vision. We need Adam as we face our most important challenge yet - withdrawal of the Army. Adam said: “We must seize this opportunity to get the facilities we need and create a new green town for the 21st Century. We must try and protect our green spaces and retain MOD buildings for community use. This is our town, we must be listened to. We demand a fair deal for Whitehill and Bordon.”