Nominations for the Mid Bedfordshire by-election have closed and there are 13 candidates standing to replace Nadine Dorries, the former Conservative MP. Dorries formally resigned from her position more than two months after announcing her intention to step down “with immediate effect.” The candidates are listed in alphabetical order by surname. Here is a brief overview of each candidate:
– Festus Akinbusoye: A Conservative who currently serves as Bedfordshire’s police and crime commissioner (PCC). He has strong connections to the constituency and aims to address priorities set by Rishi Sunak and the government.
– Sid Cordle: Represents the Christian People’s Alliance, a party that focuses on promoting Christian values in politics. Cordle has previously stood in local council elections and the 2019 General Election.
– Dave Holland: Represents Reform UK, formerly known as the Brexit Party. Holland grew up in Mid Bedfordshire and is currently fighting against a local development project.
– Emma Holland-Lindsay: A Liberal Democrat and local councillor who aims to prioritize improvements in local health services.
– Ann Kelly: Represents the Monster Raving Loony Party and has lived in the constituency for 35 years. She emphasizes independence and a commitment to her constituents.
– Prince Ankit Love: An independent candidate who has previously stood for election in other constituencies. Love is a musician and filmmaker.
– Gareth Mackey: A current independent councillor in Flitwick, Mackey believes that independent candidates can be more effective in serving their communities.
– Chris Rooney: A candidate for the Mainstream Party, although there is limited information about the party online.
– Cade Sibley: Represents the Green Party and is motivated by the urgency of climate change.
– Alistair Strathern: Represents the Labour Party and has a background in teaching and working for the Bank of England.
These are the candidates vying to represent Mid Bedfordshire in the upcoming by-election.