Lib Dems ‘united in hope Newport can get better’

LIBERAL Democrats have said they are willing to listen to residents and exceed the potential of Newport City Council if they are successful in the election. The party has 26 candidates standing across Newport on Thursday, May 5. Chair of the local group, Oliver Townsend, said the candidates are “united in the hope that Newport can get better”. Here’s what the party is pledging in Newport:

Housing – Newport Liberal Democrats have pledged to create a new local Housing of Multiple Occupancy (HMO) policy with refreshed planning guidance.

Recycling – The party is proposing a second household waste recycling centre and a trial of a free “bulky waste collection” for people on low incomes.

Crime – To tackle crime, the party is promising CCTV in crime hotspots, increased funding for Neighbourhood Watch, and allowing residents to lead local groups.

Homelessness – By 2027 the Newport Liberal Democrats intend to end rough sleeping, if elected.

Transparency – The party is committed to taking action to “make Newport council more accountable and transparent”.

Where candidates are standing:

■ Allt yr yn: Three seats.

■ Karl Anthony Mudd

■ Rabeya Sharmin

■ Roisin Stallard

■ Alway: Three seats.

■ Harry Lewis Petty

■ Shihab Uddin

■ Beechwood: Three seats.

■ Jeff Evans

■ Harun Rashid

■ Holly Rhian

■ Clare Townsend

■ Bishton and Langstone: Two seats.

■ Md Shayek Ahmed

■ Sian Townsend

■ Caerleon: Three seats.

■ Belayet Khan

■ Paul L’allier

■ Gaer: Three seats.

■ Anamul Hossain

■ Graig: Two seats.

■ Nathan Gareth Tarr

■ Llanwern: One seat.

■ Colleen Kennard-Smith

■ Malpas: Three seats.

■ Kobir Ahmed

■ Sarah Lackyer

■ Pillgwenlly: Two seats.

■ Shamimul Islam

■ Mihai Sebastian Munteanu

■ Rogerstone East: One seat.

■ Shopon Chowdhury

■ Rogerstone West: Two seats.

■ Liz Newton

■ St Julians: Three seats.

■ Mike Hamilton

■ Carmel Roseanne Townsend

■ Oliver Benedict Charles Townsend

■ Victoria: Two seats.

■ Nurul Islam.

■ John Miller.