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Nathan Hartley has been a member of Bath and North East Somerset Council since he was elected in 2007. Having grown up in Peasedown St John Nathan is a well known member and activitist within the community.  Nathan, right, at the Planting for Peasedown event he organised in November 2008.
Here's a bit more about Nathan - Name: Nathan Hartley Age: 26 Councillor since: 2007 Hometown: Peasedown St John Political Party: Liberal Democrat (member since 2002) Reason for standing for election: To represent the views of local people, and to work with them to make a difference in their community. Reason for joining the Liberal Democrat Party: Agrees with the Party's views on fair taxation, votes for 16 year olds, a fairer voting system and civil liberties. Believes in a 'bottom-up' approach to tackling issues and solving problems. Greatest achievement(s): - Runner-up Politician of the Year - Bath Chronicle People of the Year Awards 2008 - Raising thousands of pounds for Peasedown Youth Centre through initiatives such as running the Bath Half Marathon. - Organising and Founding Peasedown St John's Party in the Park (which won 'Runner-up Community Event of the Year' in the Somerset Guardian's People of the Year Awards 2009). In 2010, Party in the Park was held again, attracting almost 3,000 people. - Working with residents and B&NES Council to plant over 100 trees in a community tree planting event. - Launching the Youth Community Council in 2007 (which won 'Young Volunteer Team of the Year' at the Chairman's Community Awards 2009). Position(s) on Bath and North East Somerset Council (as well as local Councillor): Member of Overview and Scrutiny Panel for Children's Services. Liberal Democrat Spokesperson for Children's Services. Ambition: To continue to develop Hartley Public Relations (personal business). Stand for Parliament. Drive around Europe in a VW Camper Van. Favourite food: Anything with cheese in, or on, it!
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