Lack of funds meant I had to look for a party to represent and could not run as an independent like I originally intended. This was a difficult choice as my political ideas are not in line with any of the major parties. Ultimately I chose to represent the Conservatives after meeting their PPC (and now MP for Bath) Ben Howlett. His vision for my home town was very clear and thought out and had similar ideas of what I wanted for the city myself, so it felt natural to join his organisation.
I didn't win, but having the opportunity to be able to represent my local community and try and make a difference there was amazing. Being able to see my name on a ballot paper and crossing it was a surreal experience. It increased my love for politics as a result.
Fantastic idea running for your local council. After your experience of standing for election, would you consider standing for election to public office again either in your local area or in another part of the UK?
ReplyDeleteIt's definitely not everyday someone our age runs for their local council. Very impressive.
ReplyDeleteThat is really 'ballsy' something I wouldn't do easily, well done, even if you didn't win maybe you could in the future? :)
ReplyDeleteDitto the above. It takes great courage to run for public office; the exposure that goes with the territory can be intense. I wonder if you would have continued with your university plans if the result had been more positive? Remember politics student Mahri Black, back in May, who usurped Douglas Alexander in Glasgow in the General Election? http://www.theguardian.com/politics/2015/may/08/snp-mhairi-black-20-labour-student-mp
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