Cllr. Gavin Ayling

I am genuinely touched by your comments of support, not least from a non-Conservative supporter!

I had another great evening of canvassing tonight, with an excellent support rate. Cameron obviously deserves some of the credit, but I have been told twice now that the person in the home would normally vote for another party but that Adur Council has done exactly what it promised, and they’ll be voting the Conservatives in again!

I told you all last year how much I enjoy canvassing — I get home feeling all alive — but it’s better still this year as the number of friendly faces is so much higher!

And the issues on the doorstep are satisfyingly varied. Suffice to say there’s plenty of improvement to make, even if that is only in the eyes of a small number.

I have now started canvassing the Buckingham Ward. This will cause a slight reduction in posts - apologies!

If I, or any other canvasser, knocks on your door, please be nice! We’re doing it for something we believe in (and for free) and we are told by large numbers of people that they appreciate seeing a face even if it is only near election time!

Remember, whether I’m elected or not, you can get hold of me through this site, by e-mail (see about me on the right) or by telephoning the number on my canvass card. I also frequent the http://www.shorehambysea.com forum.