Philip Alexander Thomas
Liberal Democrats candidate for Priory
Philip Thomas moved to Exeter five years ago and has lived in Priory Ward for four of those years. He works as a physicist at the University of Exeter and volunteers at his local church. Philip is a strong supporter of transparent, collaborative decision making in local government. If elected councillor, one of his priorities will be to work hard to improve the Council's transparency and accountability. He has spoken to other Priory Ward residents who feel taken for granted by the Labour Council, for example regarding the handling of the development of Edwards Court.
Previous elections
Wearside & Topsham (2025)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Topsham (2025)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Priory (2024)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Priory (2023)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Priory (2022)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
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
Exeter