David Groocock

As an Independent, I faced being shut out of decision-making or pressured to support policies I don’t believe in, By joining the Conservatives under Cllr Ed Blake’s leadership, I can properly fight for our community’s needs where it counts – in the council chamber. Frequent closures and poor maintenance disrupt daily life – we need proper investment. The ongoing situation with The Graben and Clarence Road is a farce. Our beautiful villages deserve better support to attract visitors year-round. Anti-social behaviour and drug-related crime need firm action. We must ensure quality affordable homes while protecting our rural character. We mustn’t trade away local control for empty promises. Residents deserve a Councillor who’ll stand firm on what matters. Only Island residents should have a say in their day-to-day living and the future. No other mainland authority can know what day-to-day challenges we face here.