I am very happy and grateful to have been voted to represent the residents of Exmouth’s Halsdon ward. Thank you to all those who voted for me yesterday.
Winning the by-election was a team effort by the hard-working Exmouth LibDems and we’re very happy we’ve held on to the LibDem seat at EDDC and to continue the legacy of the late Andrew Toye. Well done to my new colleague Suzanne, also a former journalist, who held the seat in the town.
Results:
Exmouth Halsdon ward, East Devon District (Exmouth & Exeter East)
CON 393
LD 551
REF 438
GRN 153
Turnout 25%
LIB DEM HOLD
31 hours, 1,000+ leaflets/letters/door knocks/standing at the polling station! That’s my tally; members of the local LibDem team, in particular Cllr Tim Dumper and activist Elaine Cline, also spent many hours selflessly campaigning. And, as for our agent Todd…you’re a super human!! Thank you.
🔸Why I am I standing?
Because I’m motivated by social justice, want to hold authority to account; want to make sure the authority makes the fairest decisions for the people; want to make sure vulnerable and marginalised people are represented and protected. Six years of covering virtually every council meeting and scrutinising over complicated council documents stands me in good stead to now be on the council!
*Evidenced by my 16+ year career in journalism and my volunteer work.
🔸Why the LibDems?
Nationally, they are strong challengers to the government. They appear to be the party most devoid of big egos and genuinely committed to doing the best by people. They hold the government in check.
Locally, with the independents and greens, they have the majority at EDDC and take their responsibilities seriously and compassionately. They are the party most devoid of big egos and are genuinely committed to doing the best by people.
I can’t wait to get stuck in and advocate for the people of Exmouth Halsdon.
Councillor Fran McElhone 
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