Gloucester: Rebecca Trimnell
Liberal Democrat Rebecca Trimnell wins Westgate by-election
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Rebecca Trimnell selected by the Liberal Democrats for vital Westgate by-election
13 Feb 2023
Gloucester Liberal Democrats have announced their candidate for the forthcoming by-election in Westgate.
Local resident Rebecca Trimnell will be the challenger to the Conservatives.
The by-election, which is to be held in a few weeks’ time, has been caused by the resignation of Conservative councillor Dawn Melvin.
Rebecca lives in the ward a stone’s throw from Gloucester Cathedral with her family, including her 18-year-old daughter who is studying for her A-levels.
She works for a charity helping people with dementia and has previously worked in social care, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic, helping some of our city’s most vulnerable.
Rebecca also has a strong record of voluntary work, including as a trained Samaritan volunteer and a mental health first aider.
“I am delighted to have been selected by the Liberal Democrats to stand in Westgate,” said Rebecca.
“I have lived in the Westgate area for over a decade and know this part of Gloucester really well. Westgate is a wonderful community, and I will do my very best to represent the area well.
“I have a strong record in voluntary work, and I am passionate about helping some of the most vulnerable in our community.
“I also care deeply about our local environment, which is why I fought to save the conifer trees near King’s School and campaigned against building housing at Hill Farm.”
Councillor Declan Wilson, chair of Gloucester Liberal Democrats, said: “Rebecca will make an excellent councillor for Westgate.
“She knows the area well and has the experience, knowledge and energy to make a real difference to the residents of Westgate.
“Rebecca was only 127 votes from being elected to represent Westgate in 2021. She is the challenger to the Conservatives in Westgate. Labour finished a poor third last time and are out of the running.”
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