John Loudoun is standing for election to represent the Sidmouth Rural ward at East Devon District Council as an independent.

He is currently a councillor at district and town level.

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As a proud Sidbury resident I want to continue to represent the ward where I live on East Devon District Council.

I have a strong commitment to public service and a proven record of standing up for Sidmouth and the Sid Valley. I want to continue to make positive and effective improvements that support local residents and businesses.

I have no personal vested interest to pursue other than to give something back to our communities. I hold myself to the same ethical and high standards that I demand from everyone else in public life. Tough times, such as now, need high standards and leadership. I will continue to provide both.

I continue to support local community campaigns. Through Sidmouth's Beach Management Plan, I support residents on Cliff Road, above East Beach, whose gardens are being eroded. I still argue for improved road safety through Sidbury. As the need for the Sidford business park site to be solely an employment site has changed, I support houses being built there.

I am standing as an independent candidate. I will continue to work across the political divide in coalition with others who share my objectives, values and priorities. I am a cabinet member in this council administration and I am proud of our achievements through the pandemic and these tough economic times. Please help me to continue my work.

I was elected to East Devon District Council in 2019. Since then, I have worked across the political divide. In 2020 I joined the current council coalition administration and am currently a cabinet member. We are proud to have worked positively and collaboratively for the benefit of East Devon's residents and businesses. With your support I can continue that work.

If my key objectives for Sidmouth and the Sid Valley reflect yours, then please vote to re-elect me as your district councillor. I will continue to bring positive change locally, and to do so with your support, in the best interests of our Sidmouth and Sid Valley communities.

I am also active in supporting:                  

• Sidbury Primary School – as Community Governor
• The Sidmouth Trust – as Trustee

I post council and election information on social media.

• Facebook: johnloudoun4sidmouthrural
• Blog: johnloudoun4sidmouthruralhome.wordpress.com

SEE ALSO: Full list of Sidmouth local elections candidates announced