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Ian James Parker

Ian James Parker

Conservative candidate for Coulsdon Town

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In Ian's own words

Ian Parker is a member of the Planning Committee regularly opposing Croydon Labour's inappropriate developments. Ian has lived and worked in the Coulsdon/Purley area for over 30 years He is married with two children both educated at local state schools and is the former Chair of Governors at Woodcote High School He was previously a Coulsdon Councillor (2010-2014) and Deputy Cabinet Member for Economic Development and Regeneration He is a former member of Coulsdon Forum and he has been a local volunteer for the Royal British Legion for over 20 years.

Having served as a Coulsdon West and then Coulsdon Town Councillor for seven years (2010-2014 and 2018-present) he has a clear picture of the role of a local Councillor. Key is the ability to listen and respond without promising that every wish can be met. As an ambassador for Coulsdon he seeks to promote the area to ensure the town centre remains a vibrant place to shop and work. The ever-growing developments provide challenges for local public services. Elected representatives need to ensure the services expand in line with the growing population. Any developments should preserve the green belt that should be cherished for ours and future generations. As a Conservative Councillor, he seeks to ensure we get value for money from our local taxes. To do that, we need a Conservative administration in the Town Hall. Coulsdon has for too long been neglected by a Labour Croydon Council.

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Coulsdon Town Ward

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Where Ian fits into things

Croydon South

Constituency

Coulsdon Town

Ward

Ian James Parker

Ian James Parker

Candidate

Coulsdon Town

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

Croydon