Chris has lived in Fetcham for 30 years - and is the only candidate in this elecon who lives in the village. She raised her family here and, following an early career with BP, she and her partner built a software development company based in Leatherhead.
Gareth lives in South Leatherhead and wants to represent its residents to deliver a Fairer, Greener, more Caring community. He hopes and believes that voters have had enough of the self-serving, divisive politics of Boris Johnson's Conservatives.
What do you think people need from their local councillor? Is it someone who can listen to local people and understand their concerns? Is it someone who speaks up for Bookham in the council chamber? Is it someone who loves living here in Bookham, as I do, and wants to make our area the best it can be?
Raj Haque is a well-known face in Bookham and Fetcham, having lived here for over 40 years and as owner of the popular Fetcham Tandoori restaurant. Since his election to Mole Valley District Council in 2010, Raj has worked hard for residents, both in his own ward of Fetcham West and across Mole Valley as Chairman of the Council in 2018-19. Raj believes in working with other councillors and residents to get things done, and is always willing to help those in need, whether during the floods of 2013/14, supporting key workers during the pandemic, or through charity work. His proudest achievements include getting Cock Lane repaired, a 20mph zone for Fetcham's schools, and saving Fetcham's Molebridge surgery from closure.
Sadly, as the BBC has reported, the River Mole has the highest number of unpermitted raw sewage spills in the country. Even worse, our Conservative MP voted against an amendment in parliament to force water companies to clean up their act.
Recycling is a positive step forward in so many ways. I was a Councillor from 1990 to 1998 before working abroad. On my return I did become a 'recycled' Councillor and have had the privilege of serving the residents of Dorking North since then. I am especially keen on leisure and tourism in our beautiful area.
We believe everyone deserves high-quality healthcare, accessible when and where it’s needed and free at the point of use.
The Liberal Democrats have laid out a bold and ambitious plan to restore the UK’s natural environment and ensure that everyone can access a clean, healthy, and thriving green space.
For many people, Buy Now Pay Later is a useful and convenient solution, offering them flexibility with their purchases. But consumers need stronger protections.
