Paul Nagle (Molesey West)

Paul Nagle has lived in Molesey for over twenty years. He works in science publishing and professional associations focused mainly on water, environment, agriculture and nutrition. A lifelong Liberal and NUJ member, he is keen to see more effective local democracy to ensure people no longer feel remote from local councils - and that those councils are run more effectively. In our own area in Elmbridge we need a stronger focus on housing, most particularly affordable housing which is essential for many key workers and our own children. We also need to give greater attention and priority to improved environmental policies such as sustainability, minimizing waste and fly-tipping. 1. There is a desperate need for (truly affordable) homes with the necessary services (po-licing, health social care etc) and physical infrastructure (transport, parking, etc), and supporting local shops and businesses so they thrive. These need addressing seriously in Molesey and Elmbridge as a whole. 2. I’d use all the leverage as a councillor to reconnect Molesey’s people with the decision-making that affects their community. This means facilitating contacts between the resi-dents and the council and its officers, both Elmbridge and Surrey. And all other key stakeholders who contribute to the wellbeing of the community. Being an active ‘con-nector’ and ‘facilitator’ would enhance wellbeing and bring progress.