Simon James Richards

Conservative candidate for Central Rural

Conservative

I’ve lived and worked here, and I’m passionate about preserving our rural villages while addressing the key issues affecting our community. With my background in public sector finance and charity work, I have the experience to get things done and ensure our voices are heard.

Previous elections

Central Rural (2025)

Conservative and Unionist Party· Not elected

Central Rural Ward

Where Simon fits into things

Isle of Wight West

Constituency

Central Rural

Ward

Simon James Richards

Candidate

Central Rural

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

Isle of Wight