I owe Bromsgrove so much for giving me a great start in life.

My mum, who works with teenagers with autism, and my dad, who runs his own business, taught me not only the value of hard work but also the importance of trying to make our world a better place and playing an active part in our community.

After school, I was offered a place at university which opened doors for me that were not, and are not, available to many of my school friends. I’m proud of what I’ve achieved in life, but I also know that the success I’ve had has been despite and not because of the unfair society we live in. I won’t rest until everyone has the chance to achieve their potential in life. That’s why I’m standing to be your MP.

For as long as I can remember Bromsgrove has been taken for granted by its Conservative MPs and Councillors. I don’t want that to go on any longer. I’ll be a full-time MP who works for everyone in Bromsgrove, who fights our town’s corner in Westminster, and who works with you all to make our area a better place to work, live and grow up.”