Press Release - A credible, local, independent candidate for the Reading West and Mid Berkshire constituency.

I’ve always believed that an MPs first responsibility is to fight for the needs of the constituency they represent. Their 2nd priority should be helping the country no matter who forms the cabinet. These 2 things would be my guiding principles if I am lucky enough to be selected.

I’ve lived in Reading & West Berkshire for over 25 years now, with my children having attended school in Reading. My company (the day job) is based in Newbury.

Having found more time after building my business and wanting to give back to society, I became a Parish Councillor in 2018, then stood and was elected to West Berkshire Council in 2019 and re-elected in 2023. I have real-world experience as a local and international businessman and have demonstrated that I can get ideas adopted both whilst in opposition and when on the council executive. I would look to do the same in Parliament, i.e., work towards solutions, not just oppose.

If asked to describe my own politics, then I would say I’m a centralist who believes in a fair start for all. I’m also very aware of our place in the world and that we can’t isolate ourselves from it.

Also, if pressed to name a single thing that we could do as a nation that would have the most effect. I would point to energy cost & security as the thing to tackle. If we had control of this, then other benefits accrue exponentially and include, health, food, environment and the competitiveness of our business’s.

Before deciding to stand I did a brief survey via local Facebook groups across the constituency. It showed over 94% of those who responded, wanted an independent local person, who had had a career first. This describes me well.

So, if you’re tired of the same old party politics, as are others, make your vote count and send a signal to Parliament, by supporting me, Adrian Abbs, as I announce my candidacy. I can be the lightening rod that starts debate and ensures every vote can count at the next election!

I’m not so sure I see that with most career politicians, their focus is often party first, their political career, and then people. So, like others, I have concluded that party politics is broken, and it’s time for a change. By supporting me, you can help bring about that change. I will no longer be affiliated with any political party, so you can be sure that I will represent the interests of the people first.

In conclusion, if you want to make your vote count and make a difference, then consider supporting me.

You can find out more by going to https://adrianabbs.uk/RWMBC