The following article is a candidate profile for the Midsomer Norton (North) Independent B&NES Council candidate, Carol Clifford. All views expressed are solely those of the author.

I am a local resident, have lived in Midsomer Norton for the past 28 years and I work for a national charity. I am standing as an Independent Candidate so that I can represent the views of Midsomer Norton residents rather than a political party.

My Objectives:

Scrutinise BANES policies and identify areas that need proper consultation with local residents.

Save our bus services.

Underhill Lane.

Mendip District Council and Curo continue to push to build 60 houses on a green field in Underhill Lane while demolishing social houses in the process. I have campaigned against this development and distributed more than 400 leaflets raising awareness. With over 200 written objections from residents, we have made our voices heard and I will continue to oppose this development.