Thomas Craigie (Labour)

“I am proud to be the Labour candidate for the St Andrew’s Ward.

“I live in Redhouse with my wife of five years and run two small businesses. I worked for 17 years in the public sector specialising in fraud investigation and accounting with valuable experience of delivering value for money.

“I volunteer as a governor for a school and an SEN college while also acting as treasurer for the Old Town Festival.

“As your councillor, I will put you first - working tirelessly to improve local services and as a resident, will address issues including anti-social behaviour, parking, Thamesdown Drive and littering, to improve our community.

“I will bring positive change, be open, transparent and visible – ensuring you have a councillor genuinely working for you and the many.”

Steve Heyes (Conservative)

“I have been an active community campaigner in North Swindon, working with Justin Tomlinson MP and councillors on the Better Broadband for North Swindon Campaign, as well as being a proactive parish councillor who works all year round to keep our area safe, clean and tidy.

“I continue to work with the local police team on a number of issues, and alongside councillors Vera Tomlinson and Rahul Tarar, I will continue to work with local developers to ensure that developments have sufficient parking, green space and facilities.

“I am a project manager for a local business and my wife and I have raised our four children here, all of whom have attended local schools. It would be an honour to represent St Andrew’s as a borough councillor. “

Steven Pipe (Green Party)

“I am a 39-year-old solicitor and have lived in the St Andrew’s ward for 13 years with my wonderful wife and daughter.

“Swindon is a great place to live, work and raise a family.

“The Conservative council and government’s austerity agenda means that investment has failed to keep pace with the rapid expansion of the town.

“Recycling rates have dropped, and fly-tipping has increased.

“The Groundwell park and ride remains closed and there appears to be no sensible public transport policy.

“A voice that champions the importance of the environment has never been needed more.

“I believe that a positive Green voice on the council would be a welcome addition and a timely reminder that we only have one planet and need to take care of it before it is too late.”