Party out in force

THE British National Party is to put forward a record number of candidates in Blackpool’s local elections, it emerged today.

Seven BNP candidates – including a former school governor and a married couple – are to stand in May’s local elections in Blackpool.

James Clayton – who is just 18 – will also fight for a seat in Cleveleys.

The BNP has never put forward more than one candidate in Blackpool before.

Roy Goodwin, fighting for power in Highfield Ward, South Shore, told The Gazette: “We are getting stronger in Blackpool and the other parties know it.

“People are saying ‘What is happening to our country?’ and they see it right here on their doorstep in Blackpool.

“English people are tolerant people but if you rub their noses in the dirt, they will get up like a bulldog and bite you.”

Four of the BNP candidates will fight for seats in the north of Blackpool, while three will stand in wards in southern Blackpool.

Mr Goodwin refused to reveal some of the seats his colleagues would fight for in fear of a “dirty tricks” campaign by opponents.

Taxi driver Irene Cain battles for power in Hawes Side while Susan Kelly – a former Norbreck Primary School governor – is the candidate for Bispham.

Complete text linked below:

Source:
Party out in force
Blackpool Gazette