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Val Foreman
Val Foreman
Why I'm standing
I believe that it is time for a fresh approach to balance and protect the Island's treasures and resources while being enterprising and proactive for the well being of locals.
About me
I have been coming here since 1976 and have lived here full time for the past fifteen years with my husband Francis. I have seen the growth of the community and the increasing demands on the island resources over a long period. I have experience in the hospitality/tourism trade and some community support services over the past 30 years.
My priorities
- Attract opportunities for the young perhaps more apprentice schemes.
- Addressing the issue of rising costs... no fuel subsidies, no transport discounts (Gold Card users).
- Advocating for more communication between supermarkets/freight company.
Before politics
Tourism operator
Residence
Tryphena
Age
65
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Why I'm standing
I believe that it is time for a fresh approach to balance and protect the Island's treasures and resources while being enterprising and proactive for the well being of locals.
About me
I have been coming here since 1976 and have lived here full time for the past fifteen years with my husband Francis. I have seen the growth of the community and the increasing demands on the island resources over a long period. I have experience in the hospitality/tourism trade and some community support services over the past 30 years.
My priorities
- Attract opportunities for the young perhaps more apprentice schemes.
- Addressing the issue of rising costs... no fuel subsidies, no transport discounts (Gold Card users).
- Advocating for more communication between supermarkets/freight company.
Before politics
Tourism operator
Residence
Tryphena
Age
65
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