Sam Journet
Reform UK councillor for St Martin's
Council: Basildon
Term ends: 2 May 2030
I’m Sam Journet, local business owner, community campaigner and the bold voice Basildon needs. From being homeless at 13 to building the highest rated independent jewellery business in Essex and Kent, I know what it takes to fight, fix what’s broken and deliver real results. I believe in plain speaking, strong action and standing up for the people, not the party machine. I’m running to give St. Martins Ward a strong minded councillor who will work for you, not developers, not political insiders. Tired of the same old promises? So am I. It’s time for local politics that’s honest, accountable and gets things done. My priorities: - Cut waste, fix local services and make sure your money works for you. - Tackle anti social behaviour and crime head-on. More visible policing, zero excuses. - Support local shops, jobs and our high streets. - Bring real transparency to the council, no more backroom deals. If you want someone who’ll stand their ground and stand up for you, lend me your vote. Let’s take back control of Basildon, together!
Recent election history
St Martin's (2026)
Reform UK · 1,280 votes· Elected
St Martin's (2025)
Reform UK· Elected
Contact Information
Where Sam fits into things
Constituency
Ward
Sam Journet
Councillor
St Martin's
Jack Ferguson
Councillor · St Martin's
Gavin Callaghan
Councillor · St Martin's
About the role
The responsibility of a councillor is to represent the people within a ward by making decisions on local services and other local issues.
What councillors do
- Make decisions on local services like housing, roads, and parks
- Represent residents' concerns at council meetings
- Help resolve local issues raised by constituents
- Set council budgets and local tax levels
How to influence
- Attend local council surgeries
- Write or email about local issues
- Attend public council meetings
- Join local community groups
Council
Basildon (LC)