I am standing as a candidate to represent Worsley & Westwood Park because I believe local voices should be heard and acted upon.

Full statement

I have lived in Worsley for 20 years and have seen significant changes—from rising house prices and increasing local taxes to rapid population growth without the matching expansion in services and infrastructure.

My whole working life has been the privilege of serving the community within the NHS. As a GP in a deprived area of Bolton, I see first hand the struggles ordinary people face every day. This includes delays in GP appointments due to lack of capacity, and the challenges caused by poor coordination between GP and hospital services, which can make it harder for patients to receive timely and joined-up care.

These experiences have shaped my commitment to strengthening healthcare access and ensuring services keep pace with growing communities. I want to continue serving by helping improve the lives of local people in any way possible, working with integrity and dedication for the Worsley community.