Caroline Spelman, Conservative Party Chairman, introduced members to the idea of Friends of the Party at a lively meeting in Lewes on Monday where she met with senior members of the Lewes Constituency Party.

Mrs Spelman told members about the brand new way of becoming a member. She explained “by becoming a Friend, you will be helping us campaign for the change people in the Lewes Constituency really want. Donate as much or as little as you like, and help us to get rid of this incompetent Labour Government at the next election.”

“As a Friend you will receive a weekly newsletter and regular updates on how to get involved in your local community- for example in one of our Social Action Projects. You will also get access to our new Affinity Programme, which will give you discounts on a great range of products.”

Mrs Spelman said “This Constituency has been transformed over the last 18 months to become a well organised and enthusiastic Conservative Organisation. They can now give excellent support to our local Councillors and in particular to the candidate Jason Sugarman whenever an election is called. We intend to win Lewes.”

This is the third Shadow Minister to visit our Constituency this year. This demonstrates that the Conservative Party regards our Constituency as very important and shows the local people that voting Conservative in the next election will really make a difference for them.