Colin Martin
Parliamentary Candidate for South East Cornwall
Colin Martin explains how Colin Breed inspired him to stand for election:
I first moved to Liskeard nineteen years ago to work for Colin Breed, who served as South East Cornwall’s Liberal Democrat MP from 1997 to 2010. Colin was observant, curious and thoughtful; so he figured out how to get things done, like securing funding for the Dobwalls bypass and establishing the “Grocery Code” to protect farmers from abuse by supermarkets.
Witnessing Colin’s selfless and effective community service inspired me to stand for election too; and after working for a Cornish fuel poverty charity; running a social enterprise; and working as a maths teacher, I gained a comprehensive understanding of local issues. Seven years ago, I overturned a huge Conservative majority to be elected as the Cornwall Councillor for Lostwithiel, and I have used this platform to lead many successful campaigns. For example:
- In 2021, I set up a cross-party working group to tackle the housing emergency. Four of the ideas I put forward to control holiday homes have now been put into law.
- In 2022, I called for independent experts to guarantee that Cornwall’s green transition is as fast and fair as possible. This “Cornwall Climate Commission” is now up and running and will ensure that everyone gets the help they need to cut their energy bills and carbon emissions.
But there is so much more to do!
Votes cast in South East Cornwall on 4th July will not affect whether or not Keir Starmer becomes Prime Minister, but they will determine who represents our area in Parliament.
Our Conservative MP has failed to secure any funding for the Tamar Crossings or the deadly A38.
If you elect me to serve you in Parliament, I will work tirelessly to deliver safe roads; affordable homes; a thriving, green economy; and public services we can all be proud of. And of course, to abolish the Tamar Tolls!
CHAIRMAN – Adam Sturtridge
Adam lives with his wife near Callington where his family have lived for many generations. He was a dairy farmer in 1990's having taken over the family farm from his father. During the early 2000's he retrained as a software engineer and now works remotely for a Bristol based company. He is a St Mellion Parish Councillor, and has served as a trustee for two charities. He became a member of the Liberal Democrats after the 2015 General Election, and has been a supporter the Lib Dems and Liberal Party since the 1970s. He has a passion for gardening, caring for the environment and looking after bio-diversity.
TREASURER – Tracey Kerr
Environmental Science graduate self employed in Ecology and Accounting services. Cornish and grew up in South East Cornwall. Actor with Sterts Theatre and Looe Tudor Players and mediocre trombonist! Loves wildlife gardening, dogs and husband. Elected to Exec in 2018, Treasurer from 2020.
VICE CHAIR - Jim Candy
SECRETARY - Steve Miller
MEMBERSHIP - Thomas Thrussell
Thomas’ career spans 20 years creating public community sculpture across the UK and Europe, with a particular focus on nature and heritage. Drawing on experience as a project manager, artist, engineer, and fabricator, he is deeply committed to environmental restoration in Cornwall, particularly of moorland areas, where he lives and has actively engaged with his local community as a parish councillor for the past 4 years. He also holds a strong interest and vision for the development of architecture and infrastructure to support a healthier society interconnected with the natural world.