Swindon Labour candidates averaged 31.0% of the vote in the 2010 local election compared to only 24.4% in 2008.  Mark Dempsey stunningly captured a seat in Parks ward, and newcomer Rochelle Russell comfortably beat off all challengers, including the BNP to win Gorse Hill for Labour.  Overall the Tory share of the vote dropped by [...]

Matt Rhodes in Freshbrook and Grange Park increased the Labour share of the vote from 12.3% in 2008 to 27.3% on Thursday – a staggering 15%.  In the coming year Matt and his colleagues will be able to highlight the failings of Swindon Borough Council, and demonstrate the ideas and dynamism that the Labour Group [...]

Labour candidate for Freshbrook and Grange Park Matt Rhodes sets out why he wants to be a Councillor.