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ABOUT US

Welcome to the Aylesbury Labour Party!

We are a community-driven force committed to championing fairness, equality, and progress in Aylesbury and beyond. At the heart of our mission lies a steadfast dedication to the values upheld by the UK Labour Party.

Our work is rooted in the belief that every individual deserves respect, dignity, and opportunity regardless of their background or circumstance. From advocating for affordable housing to fighting for quality healthcare and education, we strive to create a society where everyone can thrive.

We are passionate about social justice, standing up for the rights of workers, families, and marginalized communities. Our efforts extend beyond rhetoric; we actively engage with local issues, listening to the concerns of our constituents and working tirelessly to address them.

Transparency, integrity, and accountability are the cornerstones of our operations. We believe in open dialogue, constructive debate, and inclusive decision-making processes that empower every voice to be heard.

Join us in our journey to build a better, fairer future for Aylesbury. Together, we can enact positive change, uphold progressive values, and create a community where everyone has the opportunity to prosper.

Thank you for your interest in the Aylesbury Labour Party.

Labour: Aylesbury’s Future.

OUR PRIORITIES

Labour’s missions are built on fulfilling our first duty: to protect our country – through economic stability, secure borders and strong defence.

Labour has a long term plan to get Britain’s future back: five fully funded national missions.

Click on each of the 5 Misssions to find out more.

You can also read the full document on Labour’s missions for Britain by clicking the link below.

MEET YOUR MP

My name is Laura Kyrke-Smith and I live here in Bucks with my husband and three children.

I’m an experienced charity leader and campaigner, supporting people in the UK and in crisis zones around the world, from Ukraine to Gaza. My parents brought me up to care deeply about improving people’s lives, and that’s why I stood to be your Labour Member of Parliament.

Aylesbury and its surrounding villages are brilliant places to live, work and visit. But Aylesbury has been let down by 14 years of Conservative government. Public services are on their knees. The NHS is stretched to breaking point. Our streets no longer feel safe. Our rivers are polluted and residential roads are at risk of floods. Hard-working people, who deserve so much better, have been left wondering how to pay their energy bills and feed their families.

Labour is the change that Aylesbury needs, and I am determined to make that change happen. I will fight for improved health services, for affordable housing and childcare, and for better job opportunities. I want everyone in Aylesbury to feel safe and I want to protect our environment. I will put the people of Aylesbury first and fight for a brighter future for everyone.

I’m tired of 14 years of the Conservatives putting themselves first and failing our country, and I’m ready to change that. As your Labour MP, I will listen, I will respond and I will work hard to make Aylesbury and nearby villages even more brilliant places to live and work in. It’s time for change.

MY PRIORITIES

Our new MP, Laura Kyrke-Smith for Aylesbury, has already been hard at work setting up a new office and making a start on constituency casework.

However, just in case you missed it, here is the moment she was sworn in! pic.twitter.com/sJdYujcy3M
— Aylesbury Labour 🌹 (@aylesburylabour) July 16, 2024

GETTING THE NHS BACK ON ITS FEET

This includes 2 million extra appointments every year and a named doctor for your family.

BETTER CHILDCARE AND EDUCATION

This starts with free breakfast clubs and mental health support for every school child in Aylesbury.

IMPROVED HOUSING AND INFRASTRUCTURE

Labour will launch Great British Railways, give communities more control of bus services, and build new towns with more affordable housing.

SAFER COMMUNITIES

Labour will get 13,000 extra police officers on the streets, and ensure everyone has a named police officer to go to.

MAKING LIFE AFFORDABLE AGAIN, CREATING OPPORTUNITY

Labour will establish a genuine living minimum wage, and launch Great British Energy to reduce your energy bills.

PROTECTING OUR NATURAL ENVIRONMENT

This starts with severe fines and a block on bonuses for water companies that dump sewage in our rivers.

CLP Executive

Mark Bateman

Chair

I have been active in the Labour Party for many years. I have previously been a Councillor for the Southcourt Ward on the District And Town Councils, and subsequently into the recently created Bucks Council.

Fiona Prescott

Vice Chair (Membership) and Disability Officer

’m thrilled to be taking an active role with the committee. I’ve lived in Bucks all my life, growing up in Chalfont St Giles and Wendover and attending Aylesbury High School. I’ve lived in Aylesbury all my adult life.

Eris Robertson

Vice Chair, Campaigns

"I joined the labour party back in 1990. I grew up in St Albans in Hertfordshire and having moved to Aylesbury in 2018, I have to say I feel very welcome and part of an amazing community and town. It always fills me with pride at how friendly and welcoming Aylesbury is. Labour has so much to offer Aylesbury, and we are here to stay, in the heart of the town."

Karen Smethurst

Secretary

I grew up in Buckinghamshire before studying for a Politics degree at university. My husband and I moved to our village 24 years ago and our daughters attended our local village school and subsequently secondary school in Aylesbury.

Usman Ali

Policy Officer (Shared), and Political Education & Training Officer (Shared)

I’ve lived in Aylesbury all my life and am deeply passionate about seeing positive change in our community. I believe in the power of grassroots action to create a more equal and inclusive society, and I’m committed to helping make that a reality here in Aylesbury.

Sarah Gould

Policy Officer (Shared)

I have lived in Buckinghamshire for 23 years, and in a village just outside of Aylesbury for 15 of those. My sons attended the local village school and Aylesbury secondary schools

Matthew Clayton

Political Education & Training Officer (Shared)

I am the newly elected Minutes Secretary and joint Political Education and Training Officer. I was born in Aylesbury and have lived in Aylesbury almost my entire life.

Trish Owen

Women's Officer

I’ve lived in Bucks most of my life and went to school in Aylesbury. I’ve been a member for around 7-8 years. I attended both the Women's and Annual Conferences last year which was a fantastic experience.

Andy Blackaby-Iles

Social Media and Comms Officer

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Matas Mazas

Social Media & Comms Officer (Shared)

Like many others here, I'm a lifelong Aylesbury resident keen for serious change in our town. As a small business owner and videographer, I believe our MP, councillors and local party MUST have a clear and visible message, both online and off.

Simon Davies

Social Media & Comms Officer (Shared)

I was born and raised in Aylesbury and have lived here the majority of my life. I joined Labour in 2019 because I had grown increasingly frustrated with the Conservative government and I wanted to make a positive change to the country and our town.

Ansar Gulzar

BAME Officer

I have been a proud member of the Aylesbury Labour Party for nearly 10 years. I have been a Labour Candidate in previous elections for Aylesbury District council and Bucks County council.

Adam Makeham

LGBT Officer

My job as LGBTQ+ officer on the Executive Committee is to oversee the prevention of discrimination, in all its forms. I will ensure diversity and inclusion in our policies and procedures. Please contact me directly if you have any concerns in and around these issues.

Joshua Jarvis

Youth OFFICER (Shared)

I'm Joshua Jarvis, one of three Youth Officers for the Aylesbury CLP. I’ve been actively engaging young voters through social media, and sharing political information to help increase awareness and participation. My passion is to reduce the political alienation my generation experiences and to encourage more young people to get involved in local politics.

Lily Crawford

Youth OFFICER (Shared)

My name is Lily and I’m one of the newer members of the Aylesbury Labour Party. This year, I’ve gotten involved in campaigning for the historical General Election, and I’ve really enjoyed getting out there and door-knocking, as well as getting to meet some really amazing people in our local community.

Jacqui Jacques

Trade Union Liaison Officer

My name is Jacqui Jacques and I have been a Labour Party member for over 10 years. I am also a secondary school teacher in a local school in Aylesbury, where I have been teaching for over 25 years. I am married with 2 grown up sons.

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