Chester By-Election Candidates' Plans to Tackle the Cost of Living Crisis
Chester By-election announced for December 1st. A s the cost of food, housing and energy bills rise exponentially across the country, the cost of living crisis is at the top of everyone's mind. According to Cheshire Live, Chester tracker mortgage borrowers can expect to see payments increase by nearly £49 per month and almost £600 annually. (PA Graphics) Election candidates are eager to ease Chester residents' fears with their plans to tackle the cost of living crisis locally. Tory party candidate Liz Wardlaw had this to say " My mini-manifesto consists of not only supporting the Countess of Chester hospital but also securing any Conservative 'levelling up' money we can get. I want to invest in the town centre and support local businesses. I want to improve digital connectivity, especially in rural areas, and improve transport, connecting Chester to places like London, Manchester and Liverpool." She also assured voters "I will listen, I will lobby an...