Posted: Tue 10th Apr 2012

Bronington Candidates Question and Answer

Wrexham.com for people living in or visiting the Wrexham area
This article is old - Published: Tuesday, Apr 10th, 2012

We here at Wrexham.com sent written letters to all 130 odd candidates in the local Wrexham Council elections this year, and here are the replies! Where there is no reply below from a candidate, we did not receive one before the week of the 23rd April. If you are a candidate or voter reading this join in the debate or let us know what you think in our Wrexham Forums!

Bronington (1 seat)
Roberts – Welsh Liberal Democrats
Skelland – Welsh Conservatives
Williams – Welsh Labour

Williams – Welsh Labour

1 – Which party do you align yourself with, and why? (Or if non aligned, why not?)

I am labour, because I believe in social justice, equality, fairness and opportunity for all. I am also a History post graduate and teacher, and any one who studies history and has a sense of justice could never possibly vote conservative. the party who opposed the NHS and the minimum wage.

2 – What will be your first personal priority or aim if you were elected?

To respond to the needs of my local electorate, no matter their political views. I am concerned for our ageing community and our excellent local schools.

3 – Why do you personally want to be a councillor when so often you just get blamed for problems beyond your control?

I want to be a councillor to make a difference, and make life better for us all.

4 – Many politicians and local councillors are accused of bring out of touch with voters. What will you do to ensure you stay ‘in touch’?

I will regularly meet with my electorate and always be there for them.

5 – How do you plan to tackle or prevent anti-social behaviour in your local area?

I believe there should be more contact with schools, youth clubs, and a strong police presence.

6 – Do you think any local authority has the means to improve economic and job opportunities? And if you do, what do you think the priority actions should be?

Yes I do, the town of Wrexham should be opening its self up for business and investment.

7 – What do you think has been the best decision taken by the council in the last four years?

Keeping Nant Silyn , as a Council run home…infinitely better than a private one run for profit.

8 – What do you think has been the worst decision taken by the council in the last four years?

The issue of cutting services and the appalling decision to charge for public parking after 6pm.

9 – What is your favourite place to visit or favourite thing to do in the local area?

I am keen theatre goer and I am a committee member of friends of our local Museum. I am a committed Christian and active church member.

10 – If you had to pick your best memory connected to Wrexham, what would it be?

I received a first class education at Acton Park Junior school , St David’s Comprehensive school and Yale College which allowed me to go to University




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