Dominic – fighting for a better kind of politics’

Article published in the print version of the Herald on 20th June 2024: 

Dominic Martin: Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Candidate for East Hampshire

After over 25 years in public service as a diplomat and ambassador, and more recently working to help decarbonise our economy, I got involved in politics because I was shocked by Government chaos and mismanagement. I wanted to help sort out the problems our country faces.

Over six months I have talked to thousands of voters across East Hampshire. It is clear there is a crisis of trust in our political system. People are fed up with  scandal and failure to deal with NHS waiting times. Far too many people cannot afford to heat their homes, put food on the table or find affordable housing. Voters are alarmed by worsening local services and want more action on the environment and climate change.

We need to return to a better kind of politics: integrity, constructive debate, a culture of respect and listening. We need politicians who will work together on serious challenges rather than wasting time on political infighting.

Liberal Democrats want everyone to have access to a GP when needed. We want to sort out the sewage crisis and get a grip on the water companies. We want to fix failing social care and give those who need it the right to free care in their homes.

East Hampshire deserves an MP who will prioritise communities and environment, support local farmers and press for planning rules that meet the needs of our towns and villages.

A vote for the Liberal Democrats will be a vote for the change we need.