REPRESENTING the Conservatives in Meadowhead ward, Blackburn, at the recent local elections, I pounded the streets of this diverse area for countless weeks, listening to a wide variety of people.
As they readily admitted that the Labour councillor Ron O'Keeffe had worked tirelessly for many years, I had hoped that the residents would appreciate a different but equally hard working Tory councillor who strongly believes that a good opposition would prove healthy and beneficial within the town hall.
Both Ron and I were equally shocked when the England First party won. "Frightening" was a comment I heard time and time again from various political representatives and general onlookers during the evening.
I am all too aware that the majority of English men and women across the land are furious at the present state of our beloved country. However, I would also point out that alternative parties do have a hidden agenda.
Finally, I would like to thank sincerely all those who voted for me and for the help given to me by the Meadowhead Conservative Councillor Brian Gordon.
KONRAD TAPP (address supplied).
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