Luke Parker to stand in Ramsey

Tuesday, 17 August 2021 06:44

By Ariane Barua

A fifth candidate has declared their intention to stand for Ramsey.

33-year-old Luke Parker, a former town commissioner is the latest to announce he'll be contesting for a seat in the north of the Island.

His main priorities include family, lifestyle, supporting business and Ramsey itself.

This year's House of Keys General Election takes place in just over a months' time on Thursday, September 23.

Mr Parker joins Dr Alex Allinson, Lawrie Hooper, Johnathan Kinrade and Leonard Singer in declaring his intention to contest the constituency,

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