A "record" 18 Liberal Democrat candidates will stand for election on May 4, offering voters the option of a "clear vision" for Maldon District Council.

The Liberal Democrats hope to build on the election of Councillor Paula Spenceley in a by-election in April last year. Her election followed Councillor John Driver's election to Maldon Town Council in February 2022.

They are joined by a team of other candidates with a history of community activity, including volunteering with local groups. Candidates' experience ranges from chief executives and directors of large organisations, business owners, and teachers - to dedicated key workers in the health, care, and charity sectors.

The Lib Dems say their main drive is "to listen to residents and campaign tirelessly for the infrastructure the area so badly needs". This includes better access to GP and health services, more school places, improved transport and roads, and youth services.

Councillor Paula Spenceley was supported by her husband Nick when she was elected last year, and he is also standing as a Lib Dem candidate this year. (Photo: Ben Shahrabi)

Cllr Spenceley said: "Since my election a year ago, I have worked hard on key issues, bringing some clarity on the new flood alleviation scheme plans for Heybridge, and fighting for better councillor scrutiny of the Five-Year Housing Land Supply, so developers don't have an unfair advantage and the need for infrastructure is more accurately planned.

"Residents who have contacted me for help know that I respond quickly and do all I can for them. I am so excited that we now have a fantastic group of like-minded people who all want to work for the community, too.

"This district urgently needs focus on the serious issues it now faces and that is what our new team for the community can bring. We are all local people dedicated to our communities and to local issues.

"Voters who want to see a real change for the better, rather than re-packaged more of the same, can bring that change about on Thursday, May 4, with a vote for their Lib Dem candidates."

For more information about the Liberal Democrat team in the Maldon District, get in touch via email.

In the run-up to the local elections in May, Maldon Nub News will speak to all candidates standing, and to members of the community who feel certain issues need to be tackled by our elected representatives.

If you are considering standing in the elections, or you simply want councillors to take note of a particular issue, get in touch with Maldon Nub News.

Find all our local election coverage on Nub News' Maldon District Council Elections 2023 page.

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