Independent Candidates

An Independent political candidate is a candidate that is not associated with the traditional political parties or factions, and consequently, is not obliged to follow a party whip.

Independent candidates can more fully represent the opinions of voters at a local, national and European level, as they are free from pressure to toe party lines.  They are a credible and viable alternative to party politicians and represent the future of the democratic process.

The public can no longer differentiate between the main parties, resulting in a fall of over 50 per cent in UK political party membership in the last two decades.  The need for Independent candidates in public office is evident.