The candidates have been approached for statements. Here’s what they had to say.
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13. Ines Manning, Green – Ifield
Ines has lived in Ifield for 28 years and is again moved to stand and become a Green councillor out of frustration at the standard of local amenities. Ines would speak up at council and argue to provide free toilets at the shops, playgrounds for children, electric vehicle charging points and help to end the traffic misery along the Rusper road. It is a bottleneck made worse by narrow pavements and it is unsafe at junction with Tangmere. As it is the only road out of Ifield West it gets very busy, and pedestrians and cyclists face frustrated drivers. Without commitment from elected councillors this can only get worse, especially if more houses are built, especially West of Ifield. Photo: submitted
14. Jonathan Robson Purdy - Conservative - Ifield
I have had the privilege of being a borough councillor in the past, serving the residents of Crawley. I hadn’t intended to stand for election again but I just can’t stand Crawley Labour’s hypocrisy about the West of Ifield Development any longer. They claim they want to ‘save’ the green fields to west of Ifield but then Labour Party Leader Keir Starmer comes to Crawley, and in conversation with a reporter says that Labour would build on green belt land. When Labour’s national party leader comes to Crawley to campaign and makes that statement, it is obvious that Crawley Labour are only paying lip service to your concerns about West of Ifield. So, I am putting myself forward to be a champion for the people of Ifield, to fight Labour on this issue. Only a Conservative MP for Crawley and Conservative councillors for Ifield stand any chance of stopping them. Photo: submitted
15. Beni Yianni - Labour & Cooperative Party - Ifield & Ifield West
If elected I will work with the Save West of Ifield team to stop the development of 3,000 houses adjacent to Ifield West and Ifield Brook Meadows and to protect the environment and open space for the enjoyment of all residents. I will always do my best for Ifield and Ifield West! As a long term resident of Crawley I wish to do more work for our community. I will join with my fellow Councillors supporting our residents, helping to resolve local issues including getting West Sussex County Council to fix the potholes, planting more wild-flowers and keeping our neighbourhood clean, safe and tidy. Also standing in Ifield: Winifred Norma Catherin Duggan (Trade Unionist & Socialist Coalition) Photo: submitted
16. Shelly Bushnell - Labour & Cooperative Party - Langley Green & Tushmore
I aim to actively work towards helping residents connect with their local council, advocating positive change and improvement within our community. By dedicating my time and efforts to serving others, I am able to make meaningful impact on the lives of those around me while fostering a sense of unity and collaboration. I will work to keep the neighbourhood well maintained, clean, safe and tidy. I will work hard with my colleagues on Crawley Borough Council to do my best for Langley Green. Photo: submitted