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25.01.2022 - 18:36 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Voters in Ancoats and Beswick will take to the polls next week to chose a new councillor in a by-election called after the person previously in the role quit.
Marcia Hutchinson, who was elected to Manchester council in May 2021, resigned from the role six months later, blaming a 'toxic culture' in Labour.
She claimed she was 'treated differently' as one of the only black councillors and bullied by the ruling group – allegations which the local party has denied.
READ MORE: Manchester councillor quits six months into term claiming she has been bullied
A by-election will take place on February 3 to fill the vacant seat in the ward which Labour won last May with a majority of 1,273 votes – 58 pc of the total.
There are four candidates standing at the Ancoats and Beswick by-election.
The Local Democracy Reporting Service asked all of the candidates for a brief statement setting out their priorities and pledges if they were to be elected.
Alexander Bramham, Conservative Party
"In Manchester we do things differently – the Conservatives are the rebel outsiders resisting lockdown and moving forwards.
"I pledge to fight further council tax hikes, promote consultations, protect green spaces and support local businesses.
"Ancoats and Beswick deserve a proud, confident opposition voice to absolute Labour control (94 of 96 seats).
"More parties means more ideas, scrutiny and cooperation – your council needs blue.
"Please check out my campaign website for more information."
Alan Good, Liberal Democrats
"I've listened to hundreds of residents – they feel Labour ignores them.
"I'll champion Ancoats and Beswick in council, because I'm not beholden to Labour Town Hall bosses.
"Litter and fly-tipping need addressing at source with cheap
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