Hello! I have lived in Walsall for my whole life and I've witnessed first-hand it's decline.

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But I am proud to call Walsall my home, I always will be. Pelsall is a wonderful village with thriving businesses and a great carnival. I would be delighted to be given the opportunity to represent you, the people and pride of this village. Please keep an eye out for me, I'm always up for a chat!

When local media is portraying Pelsall as the village 'that's lovely in the day but changes after 6pm', you know something isn't working.

Pelsall is a vibrant village, with local businesses dedicated to serving their community. I want to be a voice for the village, that has spent far too long being neglected by the previous councils.

I want to make Pelsall thrive.

Priorities for Pelsall, Priorities for You:

• Clean up neglected buildings and sites by fully enforcing existing powers to tackle untidy and derelict properties, making our towns and high streets safer, more attractive and more welcoming.
• Maximise the Walsall pound by aiming to shift at least 10% more public-sector spending to local businesses, co-ops and social enterprises generating over £100 million in wider economic benefit.
• Introduce participatory budgeting, allowing residents to directly allocate a portion of council capital.
• Invest in more community protection officers to patrol district centres and hotspot locations providing a dedicated and visible presence for safer streets.
• Invest in festivals, cultural events and heritage sites to celebrate Walsall’s identity and boost local tourism.

It's time for Pelsall to get the attention, time and investment it rightfully deserves.