This latest news is shared by the Island Conservatives, in their own words. Ed
Delivering strong community champions and representing the needs of Islanders.
That’s the pledge from the Island Conservatives who have unveiled their first wave of candidates to stand in the 2025 Isle of Wight local elections.
Phase one of the candidate selection process is now complete, with candidates officially confirmed to contest their respective wards. A combination of experienced councillors and established community champions will deliver a wealth of professional expertise and community service.
Mosdell: A dynamic team ready to champion local issues
Announcing the news, Clare Mosdell, Leader of the Conservative Group, said,
“We are thrilled to present this first tranche of candidates, who are deeply established in their communities with a unified and progressive vision for the Island.
“Together, they represent a dynamic team ready to champion local issues, support residents, and work in the best interests of the Island.”
The candidates
The candidates announced in this phase include:
- Brading & St Helens: Nick Binfield
- Central Rural: Warren Drew
- Cowes Medina: Oscar Bicket
- Cowes South & Northwood: John Nicholson
- Cowes West & Gurnard: Danielle Fleet
- Freshwater South: Warren Whyte
- Haylands & Swanmore: Vanessa Churchman
- Lake North: Adrian Whittaker
- Lake South: Paul Brading
- Mountjoy & Shide: Martin Oliver
- Nettlestone & Seaview: Harriet Hadfield
- Newchurch, Havenstreet & Ashey: Raj Patel
- Osborne: Stephen Hendry
- Ryde South East: Sue Maddison
- Sandown North: Joan Soloman
- Sandown South: Ian Ward
- Shanklin Central: Michael Beston
- Shanklin South: Chris Quirk
- Ventnor & St Lawrence: Ed Blake
- Wootton Bridge: Ed Hopper
The Conservative Party’s community-focused selection process ensures that every candidate is accessible, accountable, and committed to improving residents’ quality of life, while delivering a clear strategic direction for the Isle of Wight.
Phase two of the selection process will conclude early next year, with the Conservatives set to deliver a strong team for the Island’s electorate in the May 2025 elections.
