Dear Supporters
I am pleased to advise you that thanks to your help and assistance and votes, Rob Hudson, Vincent Costello and Gareth Davies have all been elected to Thornbury Town Council, as independent representatives for the North West Ward.
This has been no mean feat as their decision to stand was taken less than five weeks before the polling date. At that time none of them had any previously prepared manifesto or campaign material, or knowledge of electoral rules and regulations! Despite this, and the lack of backing by a mainstream political party, you have ensured they overturned the large majorities held by the former long standing LibDem councillors for Thornbury North West.
The people of Thornbury now have an independent voice on the Town Council; some new faces with new ideas and new perspectives - not hindered by party loyalties. I’m sure these three will work hard for the long term future of the town and do their best to ensure that any future decisions made take account of the views and aspirations of the NW Thornbury residents. Their blog, and further details concerning the election and its outcomes, can be viewed at www.northwestthornburytc.com
It was always going to be a ‘tall order’ to win a seat on the District (South Glos) elections, but despite Rob and Vincent not succeeding in this, they did very well – acquiring 800+ votes each (compared to the winning seats who obtained around 1400).
I will update you with any news we get on the Park Farm housing – we are currently still awaiting the public enquiry by the Independent Inspector, which probably wont happen until the Summer/Autumn.
Thank you for your support.
Grace Davies
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