Labour party pledges to tackle local issues in Cherwell

The Labour Party, which has two seats up for re-election, is pledging to delivering real improvements including delivering more genuinely affordable homes.

This is likely to be the final Cherwell District Council election before local government reform creates a new unitary authority

Andrew Crichton, group leader who is re-standing in Banbury Hardwick, said: “Labour candidates live and work in Cherwell, so we know the daily pressures families face and we are committed to delivering real improvements.

“We have already supported residents through our motions at Cherwell – action on the cost-of-living crisis, a Food Action Plan, proposed the provision of free sanitary products in public toilets, brought a successful motion to oppose cuts to the fire service and successfully put forward a tenants’ rights charter to Cherwell.

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“We may be in opposition, but as an opposition party we have had a big impact on Cherwell policies.

Labour’s pledges for Cherwell include: Delivering more genuinely affordable homes, tackling energy efficiency in every home, addressing the climate emergency, creating vibrant town centres, and ensuring a fair deal for our villages.

“We will also continue practical local action: tackling fly-tipping and anti-social behaviour, fighting for better community services, staying visible and active all year round, helping residents with housing issues and the cost of living, and pressing for improvements to our roads and potholes.

“Unlike the Lib Dems and Greens who currently run the council, or the Conservatives who ran it for years before, Labour offers a fresh approach.

“While some smaller parties focus mainly on national issues, Labour candidates concentrate on getting things done locally.

“Recent experience in areas like Warwickshire shows that voting for parties like Reform can lead to chaos and disruption at council level.

“Vote for candidates who live here, listen to residents, and deliver results. A strong Labour team on 7th May will provide the best springboard for the new unitary authority and put local people first.

“Don’t let your vote go to waste on protest options. Choose the party that works as a team with strong community links and a clear plan for Cherwell.”