I am deeply honoured to be shortlisted for the twinned Holyrood seats of Aberdeen Deeside and North Kincardine and Aberdeen Donside. I have lived in Aberdeen for over 40 years. My deep roots in the community and experience as a city councillor, party activist and NHS manager uniquely position me to represent our city with dedication and passion.
If you lend me your vote in the upcoming selections, I pledge to be a committed, visible and effective candidate for Labour in Aberdeen.
Proven campaigning success for Scottish Labour:
In the last General Election, I had the privilege of being the candidate for Aberdeen North. My team and I ran an exceptionally effective campaign, achieving a remarkable swing to Labour of nearly 20%. This transformed one of the safest SNP seats into one of the most marginal. I have a proven track record of working tirelessly, harnessing new campaigning methods, building strong teams and delivering outstanding results.
My commitment to Scottish Labour:
Throughout the years, I have served Scottish Labour both locally and nationally in various capacities, including as a city councillor, a member of the Scottish Labour Executive Committee and a candidate in multiple elections. My dedication to the party is unwavering and I am committed to continuing the work of Scottish Labour on behalf of the citizens of Aberdeen and beyond.
Experienced public servant and policy advocate:
With 30 years’ experience in the NHS, I have firsthand knowledge of the challenges our public services face. The current SNP government is out of touch, out of ideas and out of time.
In addition, as a member of the Scottish Co-operative Party, I am deeply committed to empowering our communities and creating a fairer and more equal society. With my life, work and political experience, I will be a strong voice for Aberdeen, advocating for policies that prioritise the wellbeing of our city and region.
My vision for Aberdeen:
We have a golden opportunity to build on the achievements of the General Election campaign and steer our city and Scotland in a new direction.
My top priorities for Aberdeen include addressing the crisis in NHS Grampian, investing in all our public services and ensuring a just transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy. I am committed to making Aberdeen the capital of renewables, while protecting jobs and addressing climate change.
In summary:
I believe I have the energy, enthusiasm and policy expertise to be a credible candidate and an effective representative at Holyrood. With your support, I will work tirelessly to deliver the best possible results for Scottish Labour in our city. Together, we can bring about the transformational change that Scotland so desperately needs.
I urge you to join me in this journey towards a brighter future for Aberdeen and for Scotland. Your vote is crucial in making this vision a reality. Let's work together to create a progressive, inclusive and sustainable city and region. Vote for me, and let's make a difference together.
