Vote for Rebecca Harris on 4th July 2024

Rebecca Harris is seeking re-election on the 4th July:

"I’m pleased to be standing again as the Conservative Party Candidate for the wonderful borough of Castle Point. I have delivered on many things over the last few years, helping thousands of residents with their individual issues, consistently fighting to save our Green Belt and backing Brexit and getting it done. I am deeply worried by the threat to our security from a Keir Starmer-led Government, which would only reverse the hard-won progress the country has made. I hope that I can be re-elected again to continue the work I have been doing.”

The UK has faced unprecedented challenges caused by Covid and Ukraine. This has made life more difficult for the British people. By sticking with the plan, Rishi Sunak is making progress. The ship is steadier than it was before. Inflation is down from 11.1% to 2% and returned to its normal level, the lowest since 2021. The Rwanda Act has passed and we are getting the planes ready. The economy is growing, with GDP up by 0.6% and we have the joint fastest growth in the G7 in this quarter. That is why we have been able to cut National Insurance – the double tax on work from 12% to 8%, saving the average worker £900 a year.

Inflation has returned to its normal level and the economy is turning a corner. Now the public should choose who has the clear plan and can deliver the bold action needed to secure a better long-term future for our country and our children, in an increasingly unstable and uncertain world.

The choice at the election is clear: stick with the plan by choosing bold action for a safer, more secure and more prosperous future with Rishi Sunak, or go back to square one with Keir Starmer and the same old Labour.

Rebecca's Plan for Castle Point

I will keep fighting for my resident priorities like... 

Defending our Green Belt from unwanted development.

I will continue to stand with residents against unwanted developments on our precious Green Belt and I have consistently spoken at planning appeals several times when these applications are submitted to prevent them from taking place. I have been urging Castle Point Borough Council to finalise a local plan to end speculative development applications in the area.

Backing local businesses to create local jobs.

Inflation has fallen and we have put our economy on the right track. For every day of this Conservative Government, 800 people have gained a new job. We have lowered the tax burden for local businesses by extending the 75% reduction of business rates for retail, leisure and hospitality and cut National Insurance for the self-employed and employees. Only the Conservatives have a sound economic plan for our country.

Protecting our borough from flooding

After devastating flooding in Castle Point, I made it my personal mission to ensure that all the different flood prevention agencies co-ordinate their improvement works and put in place further protections. I strongly welcomed the £20 million of flood defence work that followed this and in the Government’s investment of £75 million in new sea defences for Canvey to make sure the Island remains free from the risk of tidal flooding until at least 2070.

Supporting our Pensioners & Protecting the Triple Lock

I supported the introduction of the Triple Lock and I’m glad we continue to support older people. I am a keen advocate and regularly advertise for the uptake Pension Credit where you can gain free bus passes and prescriptions, rental or mortgage support and Cold Weather Payments. I will continue to champion greater support for the retired people in our Borough.

Increasing opportunities for local young people

I have worked hard to support local schools and colleges and standards have risen significantly since 2010. I will continue my push to secure more good quality education and training in Castle Point through record Government funding and support. This will ensure our young people have bright prospects ahead in the modern jobs market.

Tackling Anti-social behaviour and cracking down on crime

Essex Police have now recruited an additional 905 officers, bringing the force to a record 3,755 officers.  The Police have invested in a range of initiatives across Essex designed to stop vulnerable young people being drawn into a life of crime. Crime fell by 9.7% in Castle Point in 2023 and I have worked closely with them to address residents’ concerns around anti-social behaviour and car thefts so that people can be reassured they are safe in our community.