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Election Thanks

May 10th, 2010 DDCLP No comments
I wish to say a huge thank you to every single person who has supported me throughout the general election campaign, encouraged me and passed on their ‘well wishes’.

I huge thank you must go to those people who put up posters, placards and, particularly, to those people who helped on the ground with leafleting and door knocking. Every single person who contributed was valuable to the campaign and your efforts, big or small, are extremely appreciated. And finally, thank you to everybody who put trust in me and voted for me on the day!
Despite coming third, I can say with absolute conviction that the Labour Party team put in the most work, covered the most ground and were the most determined team in the Derbyshire Dales. If the election was based on effort and hard work, we would have won.

There are too many people to individually list and thank. We were absolutely overwhelmed by the number of people who cam forward to help from inside and outside of the party membership. We are indebted to each and everyone.

We may be defeated, but we are still defiant.
We will continue to strive to improve the lives of local people, working for the benefit of our local communities and fight for Labour values and beliefs in the Derbyshire Dales.

I have received a phenomenal amount of messages since the end of the campaign, but unfortunately so many that it has been almost impossible to reply to each one individually. I apologize, but I have read and appreciate each message.

Once again, thank you to everybody for their continued friendship and support, not just throughout the campaign, but throughout the years as well.
Best wishes,
Colin Swindell
Labour Party Candidate
General Election 2010
Derbyshire Dales

A Message from Colin

May 5th, 2010 DDCLP No comments

Dear all,

Thank you once again for all your continued support for the election.

Tomorrow (Thursday) is polling day and for those of you in the Derbyshire Dales, I hope you will consider giving me your support at the ballot.

In me, you will get a candidate who is passionate and cares about the Derbyshire Dales, is local and knows the issues affecting the area and a candidate who will always put people before party politics and stand up for local jobs.

Above all, you will elect a principled candidate who is honest, trustworthy and ready to work to restore your faith in parliament and the democratic system.

REMEMBER – voting Liberal Democrat in Derbyshire Dales only helps the Conservatives. If you want the Tories out, vote Labour.

But I hope that I will earn your vote on personal merit, not tactical voting!

Best wishes,

Colin Swindell

On May 6th Vote for Colin Swindell

April 27th, 2010 DDCLP No comments

Local

27 years old, born, brought-up, educated and worked in the Derbyshire Dales all his life.

In-touch

A District and Parish Councillor and a community activist, Colin shares and understands the aspirations and concerns of local people.

Active

Colin is a campaigner on the big issues, including, Post Office closures, healthcare services, jobs and public transport. Spoke out against increases in car park charges.

Fresh

A young, enthusiastic and principled candidate, Colin is untainted by the expenses scandal and will provide the fresh start we need.

“Working for a better Derbyshire Dales”

Colin writes;

Over the past few weeks I have been touring the constituency and meeting as many voters as possible.

I wish to take this opportunity to thank the electorate for being so positive and welcoming.

But one thing that has been made quite clear is voter’s disenchantment with the current state of politics – and it’s not surprising!

I pledge to make restoring your faith in politicians a top priority, remaining 100% transparent and accountable at all times.

I want to serve your interests, not my own!

Vote for Colin to get the Tories out!

FACT - At the last general election in this area, Labour came second behind the Conservatives.

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Together we can do it!

Colin Swindell for Derbyshire Dales

April 20th, 2010 DDCLP No comments

Derbyshire Dales Labour is pleased to be supporting, Colin Swindell as their local Parliamentary Candidate.

He had this to say to kick off his campaign!

“It is an honour to have been selected to stand as a candidate in this election for my home constituency, Derbyshire Dales.

On polling day voters will be faced with a choice; four more years of Tory domination across the constituency or a fresh start with a new MP.We need an MP who is in touch with local people and understands their everyday concerns and I believe I am the candidate with the renewed energy, vision and determination we need.

Having grown up, been educated and worked in the area all my life, I am ready to represent the Derbyshire Dales and take on the challenges faced by our rural communities and market towns.

I look forward to meeting as many voters as possible over the coming weeks to discuss the issues that are important to you.”

Along with this Colin has outlined 7 key Pledges hoping to put the Derbyshire Dales first!

* Support the local economy, jobs and industry.
* Sustain our rural villages, communities and market towns.
* Promote the need for decent, affordable housing.
* Improve access to GP surgeries at evenings and weekends.
* Campaign against Post Office Closures
* Encourage the uptake of clean, alternative source of energy.
* Engage with young people to prevent them turning to crime, alcohol and drug abuse.