THE Green Party candidate for north Shropshire at the next General Election says his healthcare experiences will motivate him after confirming his selection.

Craig Emery, who is also a Selattyn & Gobowen parish councillor was confirmed as the Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for the Green Party in North Shropshire.

He joins the fight against current MP Helen Morgan for the Liberal Democrats and Conservative Clwyd South MP Simon Baynes, who will be looking to maintain his House of Commons presence after his constituency was abandoned.

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Councillor Emery said he was delighted to have been chosen by local party members for the role and was looking forward to campaigning with them whenever a General Election is called.

"I really enjoy making a difference locally, being involved in several community groups and I’m proud to represent my community as their local councillor,” he said.

Cllr Emery highlighted his difference from other candidates having taken part in a recent national campaign for Colostomy UK to raise awareness on living with a Stoma.

He added: “In May 2023 I underwent major surgery which resulted in me having a Stoma.

“I’m so thankful to the NHS but also really focused on showing that having a disability doesn’t stop people from doing great work for their community.

“It’s also really highlighted that across North Shropshire there is a large group of extraordinary people who have been abandoned by the government.

“Those people need a voice and I am ready to represent them every day.”

Cllr Emery added “People in North Shropshire have a clear example in Oswestry Town Council where Greens have shown that in power they make a difference for the community.

“Delivering free buses, economic renewal, protecting heritage and culture, winning national awards and upgrading public facilities.”

The local announcement follows Green Party success in the local elections which saw the party achieve a record number of unitary, town and parish councillors.

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Carla Denyer, co-leader of the Green Party added, "Voters are increasingly turning to the Greens because we offer a real alternative.

“This includes sensible and practical policies to tackle local and national issues such as the cost of living, the housing crisis, underfunded and run-down public services and the terrible state of our rivers.

“The Green Party is the clear alternative for the change we need to happen."