CRAWFORD REID

CONSERVATIVES

It is my privilege to stand for election for the Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party in the Strathallan Ward.

I graduated in Medicine from the University of Dundee, completing my training in Anaesthetics in Glasgow, Calgary, Canada and Middlesbrough.

I recently retired as a Consultant Anaesthetist in Forth Valley, with more than 36 years’experience of the NHS, on both sides of the border. I am continuing with sessional work in Tayside.

I am married with two daughters, and three granddaughters. I am a past President of the Section of Anaesthesia of the Royal Society of Medicine, and spent five years in the Royal Navy Reserve, attaining the rank of Surgeon Commander.

I have lived in Auchterarder for seven years and I am well aware, through personal experience, and talking to other residents, of the issues which are causing the Strathallan residents problems.

The main issues I have identified locally, include pressure on roads, parking, shopping, health services and education.

As a proud Scot, who plays the bagpipes,and represented Scottish Universities at rugby, I am also aware that we are better served as part of a larger, stronger Union, and will oppose strongly any potential breakup of our country.

I will, if elected, represent all citizens of the ward to the best of my ability, and along with Scottish Conservative colleagues, work to ensure the council delivers the best possible services and value for money for Council Tax payers.