James Rushton

The electorate of Stoke-on-Trent go to the polls today and select the politicians they think will best represent their views and needs. The nation faces a massive decision today. Whether to stick with a Labour Government in a kind of 'better the devil you know' type of thing.

Tonight Pitsnpots met James Rushton Conservative PPC for Stoke South. We asked him a range of questions about what he would do for the people of Stoke South should he be elected in May 6th. Topics covered were jobs, education, the economy, Senior Citizens having to pay for residential care, The changing face of the Conservative Party and James's vision for the city. you can hear what he had to say by playing the MP3 files below.

James Rushton, the Conservative Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Stoke South has today said that it is time to debate the real issues that face Stoke-on-Trent, and stop focusing on distractions. 'I believe that Stoke-on-Trent is in danger of being stuck in a vicious circle of the BNP deterring outside investment that then leads to further unemployment and more racial tension.' James believes that the surge in popularity of right wing politics within the City has been exacerbated by the fa

Stoke-on-Trent’s three Conservative Parliamentary candidates have jointly and roundly condemned the English Defence League march which is due to take place this weekend in the City Centre. Norsheen Bhatti, James Rushton and Andy Large expressed their disappointment and concern that the EDL have targeted Hanley for their demonstrations, which have often resulted in violence and hatred towards those who oppose the views of the EDL. Andy Large, PPC for Stoke North said,

The Shadow Minister for Health, Stephen O'Brien, was in Stoke-on-Trent today to promote and endorse the three Conservative Prospective Parliamentary Candidates for the City. Andy Large will contest Stoke North, Norsheen Bhatti - Stoke Central and James Rushton - Stoke South. Mr O'Brien talks about the chances of one or all of the Tory PPC's in the upcoming General Election. He also gives us his view on tomorrows march by the EDL and the fact that the BNP have 8 councillors on our City Council

James Rushton, Conservative Parliamentary Candidate for Stoke South, has said more must be done to help the City through the recession.

The three Conservative Party Prospective Parliamentary Candidates were united under the Conservative banner today - literally! Andy Large - Stoke-on-Trent North, Norsheen Bhatti - Stoke-on-Trent Central and James Rushton - Stoke on Trent South all met some of the party faithful and members of the press under the new bill poster of their national party leader David Cameron. The massive poster is displayed on the gateway into the city on Lichfield Street, Hanley, close to one of the largest areas

The three Conservative Prospective Parliamentary Candidates for Stoke-on-Trent have been announced. Andrew Large has been selected for Stoke on Trent North. The seat is currently hels by Joan Walley MP [Labour]. Large faces a projected Labour majority of nearly 14,000. The Liberal Democrat PPC is local party Chairman elect David Jack. James Rushton has been selected for Stoke on Trent South. He will need to defeat the very popular Robert Flello MP [Labour].