Jan Lund is standing for District Council in Ascott & Shipton to be a strong local voice and champion the issues that matter most to residents. Jan has lived in Shipton-under-Wychwood for 17 years and feels privileged to call the area home. She currently serves as a Parish Councillor, focusing on environmental initiatives and flood resilience. Jan founded Wild About the Wychwoods, encouraging residents to support local wildlife, and works as a Citizen Scientist monitoring water quality in the River Evenlode. She is campaigning for cleaner rivers, stronger flood protection, improved train services for the Wychwoods, and safer walking routes to local stations.
Alaric Smith is standing for District Council in Bampton & Clanfield. He has lived in Oxfordshire for over 40 years and was elected to West Oxfordshire District Council in 2022 after retiring as a Finance Director in the retail sector. Alaric now serves as the Council’s Executive Member for Finance, overseeing the budget and long-term financial planning. He has worked to restore stability at the Council, bring staff back into direct employment, renegotiate major contracts to reduce costs, and ensure taxpayers’ money is managed responsibly. Alaric previously helped lead a social enterprise supporting long-term unemployed people to gain skills refurbishing white goods for resale.
Toyah Overton is the County Councillor for Brize Norton & Carterton East and is standing for District Council to continue fighting for the community she calls home. Having grown up in Witney, Toyah now lives in Brize Norton and is an active part of the community, including playing for the Carterton Walking Netball team. Since being elected to Oxfordshire County Council last May, she has focused on services people rely on most, including support for children and young people, education, and adult social care. Toyah is also campaigning for safer roads and responsible development that delivers the infrastructure local communities need.
Leslie Channon is standing for District Council in Burford to put residents first and help the community thrive. Leslie has lived in Burford since 2010 with her two children and is proud to call the town home. A nationally recognised housing expert, she has spent over a decade shaping social housing policy, campaigning for tenants’ rights, and improving services. Following the Grenfell Tower tragedy, she worked with government and charities to strengthen housing standards. Leslie is standing because she believes in strong, connected communities and wants to ensure Burford residents feel supported, heard, and well represented.
Gill Stevenson is standing for District Council in Carterton North East to ensure the town grows in a way that works for residents. Gill has lived in Carterton for 12 years and is deeply committed to the community. After a career in international healthcare and running her own business, she now helps people manage stress, anxiety, and trauma. Gill wants to ensure new housing is supported by the infrastructure local people need, including roads, water supply, and flood prevention. She is also passionate about tackling loneliness and building community, and founded the Carterton Wigglers Walking Netball team.
Gemma Yallop is standing for District Council in Carterton South to give the town a strong local voice. A lifelong resident, Gemma has raised her family in Carterton with her husband of 17 years and knows the town’s strengths, challenges, and potential. She is committed to improving SEND support in schools, pushing for quicker diagnoses and fairer funding so every child can thrive. Gemma also wants to hold Thames Water to account over bills and water quality, and campaign for better transport links to Oxford and London. She will work tirelessly to support families and strengthen Carterton South.
Ben Morel-Allen is standing for District Council in Ducklington & Curbridge to put residents first and ensure the villages grow in a way that works for everyone. Ben has lived in West Witney for six years and regularly spends time in Ducklington with his family, enjoying the local community. With a background in physics and marketing analytics, he brings practical problem-solving skills to support the area. Ben has experience representing people, including as a union chapel leader and charity trustee. He is committed to sustainable development, strong local services, and empowering residents to improve their communities.
Sandra Cosier is your District Councillor for the SASH Ward and is standing for re-election to continue supporting her community. Sandra has a long history of public service, having served in the Royal Air Force and worked 37 years in the NHS as a Theatre Sister. She lives in Stanton Harcourt with her husband and is active locally as a parish councillor, volunteer, school invigilator, and church bell ringer. Since being elected, Sandra has championed local needs, protected community services, and pushed for safer streets, better infrastructure, and accessible services. She is committed to putting residents first and strengthening community life in the ward.
George Brown is standing for District Council in Witney East to bring fresh energy, new ideas, and a new generation of leadership to the town. He recently moved to Witney with his fiancée and has bought their first home in Cogges. With a background in Marketing and Communications, George works locally supporting business growth and jobs, and is also a published author of two historical thrillers. Inspired to step into politics to reconnect residents with decision-making, he is passionate about empowering young people and bringing practical solutions to local issues, helping Witney East thrive as a strong, engaged community.
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