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Sam Martin
Liberal Democrats candidate for Wallington South
Sam works for a national charity which helps build communities and tackle loneliness and isolation. In previous roles he has raised over £2m for health and family causes. In his spare time he plays football and enjoys jogging around Sutton's parks. As a Councillor, Sam will work to improve transport links and support the voluntary sector.
Previous elections
Wallington South (2022)
Liberal Democrats· Elected
Worcester Park (2018)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Wallington South Ward
Where Sam fits into things
Carshalton and Wallington
Constituency
Wallington South
Ward
Sam Martin
Candidate
Wallington South
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
Sutton