Green Candidate Ellie Chowns starts the "Countdown to the General Election"
Posted on 19th February 2024
ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ has a long tradition of engaging with political candidates both in and outside ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵshire. We view it as important that young people can decide what is priority for their future. The Debate Society provides a space where students can hear first-hand the views of incumbent and aspiring politicians and provide scrutiny by some thorough questioning!
With a General election potentially looming in the distance, we are providing a "Countdown to the General Election" by inviting a series of candidates on Friday lunchtimes.
Dr. Ellie Chowns of the Green Party was the first to take up the challenge. Standing for the seat of North ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵshire,(currently held by MP Bill Wiggin), Dr. Chowns is a previous MEP (having served in the European Parliament) and is currently serving as a Councillor. She has specialist knowledge in water management- something extremely valuable given the current pollution in the Wye River.
Dr. Chowns stressed the importance of dialogue; of speaking face to face with "those we do not usually talk to". She maintains that building bridges and working together are a vital part of successful communities. She was joined by Green Party volunteer Ella Gardiner; who gave an impressive, passionate speech on how young people can make a difference.
Green Party Volunteer Ella Gardiner and Green Party Candidate Dr. Ellie Chowns
Candidates from the main parties are invited and shall be attending at the following dates
Friday 23 February: Dan Powell Candidate for the Liberal Democrats in South ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵshire
Friday 23 March: Joe Emmett, Nominee for the Labour party in South ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵshire
Friday 12 April: Current MP Jesse Norman for the Conservative Party
Watch this space!