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ON PAGES SEE WHAT CONSERVATIVES SEE WHAT CONSERVATIVES 2 & 3 INSIDE HAVE ACHIEVED FOR FAREHAM AIM TO DO FOR FAREHAM VOTE FOR IAN BASTABLE We must have homes for all, but only in the right places A LIFE-LONG Conserva- nities will be provided and tive, I’ve spent my time in keep the developers to their the Broadcasting Technol- promises, especially on ogy industry learning that building homes for all kinds dogma and perceived wis- of residents, old and young, dom is not always right. affluent and those in need of If the facts show a different our support. approach is better, change And all this has to be done your views and make prog- with care taken for the envi- ress. ronment and wildlife, ensur- I will bring this optimistic ing we have a sustainable approach to representing future and enjoy the place in you on Fareham Borough which we and our descen- Council should I be elected. dants will live. I believe we must have If you want to support my housing development in the enthusiastic vision for Park Borough. Gate and Priory Park, please But it has to be the right vote for me on 3rd May. housing, for the right peo- If you feel you’d like to join ple, delivered in the right me in improving the way we way. are governed in Fareham, I hope to bring my naïve join me in the Park Gate and ‘new councillor’ optimism to the decisions taken Conservative Association so we can over housing development – to expect that ame- work together for a better Fareham. DON’T THROW IT ALL AWAY On Thursday, May 3 trust the CONSERVATIVE Council X that’s delivered the goods year after year X 2 InTouch ELECTION SPECIAL InTouch 3 CONSERVATIVES HAVE GOT SO MUCH MORE TO OFFER

FAREHAM’S ECONOMY DEDICATED TO THE WARD FAREHAM’S TRANSPORT Hundreds of new jobs already created at the Solent Enterprise Zone at Daeda- We have worked with the highways authority and Highways to bring lus; we will enable thousands more. We will ensure that Solent Airport be- Deborah Musselwhite, of Brook Lane: “Ian has forward over £500 million of roads investment: comes self-supporting as flight numbers, already up by 50%, continue to grow lived in the local area most of his life and is keen to work hard for others campaigning for the things Stubbington Bypass, Newgate Lane North and South, St Margaret’s Round- We will pursue the publicly supported visions to enhance both Fareham and that are important to them.” about, Peel Common Roundabout and A27 dual carriageway from Segensworth Portchester shopping centres to Fareham Karen Healey, Rowe Ash Way: “Ian is very We will continue to support better knowledgeable in politics and what is going on in the area. He is a friendly and helpful person Smart Motorway programme to add broadband provision in the areas and will do well as a councillor serving the com- extra lanes to the M27 and M3 with such as and others which munity.” variable speed limits and major im- still do not have it provements to Junctions 9 and 10 Roger Webb, Beacon Bottom: “Ian is knowl- edgeable about the area having lived nearby for many years, and I’m sure he will put this to good use when representing the residents of Park Gate.”

FAREHAM’S COMMUNITY Rosemary Dugdale-Jenkins, Little Fox Drive: FAREHAM’S FINANCES “I feel with Ian’s energetic approach and commit- We have built new community centres at Whiteley and Portchester plus the ment, he would be a valuable asset to the resi- We froze the Council Tax for 7 years and have recently increased it by just a Holly Hill Leisure Centre and Coldeast Play Park dents of Park Gate as the local Borough council- penny a day. That is our pledge for the future lor.” We will upgrade all of our children’s playgrounds and continue to support We invest in commercial property, mainly in Fareham, which brings benefits in youth services via Y-Services CONTACT IAN terms of keeping council tax low and preserving excellent services ANY TIME We will continue to campaign for We only raise 14% of spending from minor injuries treatment, elderly care Council Tax, so we are very careful and maternity beds at Fareham Ian lives in Whiteley with his wife and two daugh- ters, having lived in Fareham for 40 years, attend- with your money which is why we con- Community Hospital as well as ing school and college in Fareham, then attending tinue to set almost the lowest district finding a public transport solution Durham University. council tax in England while providing He has worked in IT all his career, starting with some of the best services supplying local schools and colleges, then moving 20 years ago to work in the Broadcast Technol- ogy industry, where he travelled the world taking digital TV technology to many countries. Ian has always been interested in politics, and FAREHAM’S HOUSING believes that making local decisions together as a FAREHAM’S ENVIRONMENT community is the way to better outcomes. We will enable sufficient new homes for Fareham’s housing need and fight gov- He enjoys talking to residents and understanding We have pledged to ban the use of single-use plastics by the Council as soon ernment attempts to increase. That is 8,000 by 2036, mainly at Welborne their needs, working together to find solutions. as possible We will protect as much of our countryside as possible by using brownfield land first and, therefore, need to decide where the new homes go so that is not done CONTACT IAN ANY TIME We will work with the police to see zero tolerance of pavement parking which is by an appeal inspector without infra- 5 Blake Close, Whiteley, both anti-social and dangerous structure Fareham PO15 7LT We aim to introduce a recycling Tel: 074 4455 2194 We will deliver as much affordable scheme for pots, tubs and trays for housing as possible including council Email: [email protected] Fareham residents until it can be pro- housing, shared equity housing, dis- vided across counted and even self-build homes

Conservatives spend every penny of your money wisely – that’s why you pay one of the lowest council taxes in England 4 InTouch ELECTION SPECIAL Pledged to do his best for the community Keeping Park Gate traffic moving Business vital for local jobs

Local business is a vital part of the area. Ian hopes to support these businesses in providing employment and training opportunities for local Traffic improvements to the A27 in Fareham should prove an important residents. part of keeping Park Gate moving following the construction of new homes in the area. Ian is keen to ensure any building of new homes is accompanied by similar upgrades to the road network in Park Gate. State-of-the-art Road use and policing Hedge destruction action Ian Bastable met local residents horrified at the de- struction of a hedge in Beacon Bottom. Ian and Councillor Simon Martin We will support Left: met local businessman Roger Webb the residents in to discuss policing and road use in exploring any legal Park Gate. Above: Residents at the new action caused by Sylvan Court appreciate the communal the activities and in facilities in this state-of-the- art accom- subsequent plan- modation for the elderly. ning applications. Ian learns the importance of leisure facilities and access to open space

Right: Ian visited Lockswood Bowling Club, which has been supported by the Council in the splendid im- Published by Councillor provements of facilities at their site in Upper Brook Drive, Park Gate. Centre: Ian and retiring Councillor Brian Simon Martin, 230 Botley Bayford visit one of the newest children’s play areas, near the new showpiece £9m leisure centre at Holly Hill, Road, SO31 1BL on behalf of Ian Bastable, pictured left. Residents told them how important it is to have access to open space. 5 Blake Close, Whiteley, Fareham PO15 7LT and printed by Cedar Group, Unit 3 Triton Centre, Premier Way, Abbey Park Industrial Think quality. Think continuity. VOTE CONSERVATIVE Estate, Romsey SO51 9DJ