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Elections 1st May 2003

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Local Election Results
The Worthing Borough Council is hung, with LibDem and Cons both with 18 seats with the new mayor, Lib Dem James Doyle, having the casting vote when he takes over later this month. The Tories are not pleased that the key jobs will continue to be run by LibDems, and a heated argument is anticipated at the Council meeting on 16 May.

GORING: Elected - Peter Welch (C) 1,732.
Not elected - Brian Stephenson (LD) 628.
Turnout: 35.4% (National and Worthing average 34%)
Note the very large majority. Helped perhaps because Brian did not seem to distribute any liturature.

CASTLE: Elected - Claire Potter (LD) 923.
Not elected - John Rogers (C) 771.
Turnout: 27%

In Arun the Tories maintain their lead.
In Ferring two seats were up for grabs. Roger Elkins is the current representitive. Henry Miller is well known as the Chairman of the Ferring Conservation Group.
FERRING: Elected - Roger Elkins (C) 1,092, David Hill (C) 1,052.
Not elected - Henry Miller (L) 382, Lindsey Green (LD) 341.
Turnout: 42% (almost a record)

Goring Ward

Brian Stephenson
Liberal Democrat

Longtime campaigner, Brian is 47, self employed, a father and a grandfather.
He believes that there should be an emphasis on cleanliness and community safety. He's concerned about the lack of youth facilities, and will work for improvements for the young and old.
Peter Welch
Conservative

"The village atmosphere and life in Goring must be protected, but areas requiring improvement will not be overlooked. Worthing is in need of better family leisure facilities and a general facelift to improve its appearance for both residents and visitors. I support the need for more visible policing."
Castle Ward
John Rogers
Conservative

John, 55, is a retired housing officer with 34 years experience helping residents of al ages.
"Council Tax bills have never been higher but I am confident I can work to ensure all your money is spent wisely."
He also helps the RNLI and Neighbourhood Watch.
Claire Potter
Liberal Democrat

"I work as an assistant editor on two trade journals based in Shoreham. It's a responsible position. I maintain high standards of accuracy in print, and represent the company in the industry. I believe under 25s are severely under-represented. The result is a dearth of facilities for this growing section of Worthing's population."

 
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