September 19th, 2006

“Hilary believes strongly that everyone should get a chance to share in Leeds’ economic succes. Unemployment is down and schemes like the New Deal have benefitted local people, but there is more to do. I know Hilary will fight for better job opportunities.”

Medical Student Suresh Pushpananthan from Little Woodhouse

“I am a first time voter and I’m backing Hilary. I have seen him out and about and I know how hard he works for people in his constituency. He is very easy to get on with, and I can always speak to him if there is a problem that needs sorting out.”

Paul Gabriel from Beeston

“I’m voting for Hilary because I know he works hard for people in Leeds Central. As a working mother, Hilary helped to make sure that I was benefitting from the Government’s Working Families Tax Credit. Whatever your problem, get in touch with Hilary and he will help.”

Tamsin Stephenson from Richmond Hill

“HIlary Benn has won a lot of respect as our MP since he was elected in 1999. His approachability and determination to do the best for his constituents has heled thousands of local people.”

Katherine Mitchell from Leeds Central

“The introduction of free off-peak local bus travel for everyone over 60 hfrom 2006 is a real boost for me”

Lilian Mulligan from Holbeck

“I’m delighted with Labour’s £200 council tax refund given to all pensioner households over 65″

Tommy Stephenson from Richmond Hill