Greens select candidate to contest Regency by-election
29 October 2007
The Brighton and Hove Green Party has moved quickly to select its candidate to contest the forthcoming by-election to be held in the Regency ward that has been triggered by the resignation through ill health of Dr Hermione Roy.Jason Kitcat, who is chairman of the Brighton and Hove Green Party, has been selected in a three cornered contest.
For the last seven years he has run a successful local Internet consulting business in Middle Street at the heart of the Regency ward. His business runs websites for schools, associations and charities. He is an experienced campaigner and researcher on electronic democracy and e-voting.
Jason, who is married with a young child, has a keen interest in sustainable local transport and urban design. He is a governor at St Mary’s Primary School.
Speaking after his selection Jason said:
"I am honoured to have been selected. I want to build on the good work of Hermione Roy and support the work of Green Councillor Sven Rufus in the ward.
"I am concerned about improving Regency residents’ quality of life. Whether it’s how we deal with rubbish, heating and insulation or transport, Green solutions lead to a better quality of life and waste less of our money.”
The by-election is expected to be called for 13 December.
Notes to editors:
For further information, and/or to interview Jason Kitcat, contact Lizzie Deane on 01273 702597 or 07899 843206[ENDS]
