Mike Rudkin for Grantham and Bourne in General Elections 2024

A Commitment to Lincolnshire’s Future

Mike Rudkin has been a proud resident of Lincolnshire for over 30 years, with deep ancestral ties to the region. Initially moving to the area as a Defence Meteorologist, he has since made Lincolnshire his home, deeply embedding himself in the community.

A Passion for Political Reform

Mike's political journey began during the Brexit campaign, a cause he feels passionately about. Witnessing what he perceives as the mismanagement of the country by the political establishment has inspired him to take action and drive meaningful change.

Advocating for Rural Preservation and Economic Growth

As a staunch advocate for preserving Lincolnshire’s rural heritage, Mike is dedicated to maintaining the county’s identity as a significant agricultural hub. He is concerned about the local economy's struggles and the increasing pressure on the agricultural industry from financial and regulatory challenges. Mike is committed to defending agricultural land from being repurposed for solar and wind farms and their associated infrastructure.

Strengthening Local Services and Infrastructure

Mike highlights the struggles faced by local NHS services, dentists, and social care providers. He believes that the NHS requires more than temporary fixes and is focused on developing a comprehensive plan to support these essential services. Additionally, he is keenly aware of the need for robust defence, border control, and policing to ensure safety and combat crime. He advocates for a reform of the judicial system to ensure that criminals are held accountable and to address the underfunding and ideological challenges facing the police force.

Enhancing Education and Road Safety

Committed to improving the education system, Mike aims to refocus schools on practical education rather than "woke" ideologies. He believes that removing these distractions will reduce stress for both students and teachers. Furthermore, Mike is dedicated to addressing the issues with the county’s road system, including poorly maintained and dangerous roads, and ensuring that government funding for repairs is effectively utilized.

Addressing Housing and Infrastructure Challenges

Mike is concerned about the impact of new housing developments on local infrastructure, including drainage systems and water supply. He believes that investment is crucial to address these issues and improve services such as public transportation.

Advocating for Tax Reforms and Economic Growth

Under Reform UK, Mike supports reducing taxes and cutting car fuel duty to stimulate the economy. He proposes that the first £20,000 of earnings should be tax-free and aims to lower energy bills by reducing subsidies for green energy projects.

A Call to Action

Mike is eager to represent the people of Grantham and Bourne, promising to make politics fairer, more representative, and accessible. He invites community members to share their thoughts and support his vision for change.

For those interested in volunteering or supporting Reform UK, Mike encourages visiting the Reform UK website or contacting him directly.

Welcome to a better way for Britain—Reform UK: don’t just hope for it, vote for it!

Constituency Information

Electorate: 72071

Geography: Mainly rural with Grantham and Bourne being the main centres. Relatively low lying, at the lower end of the Lincolnshire Edge.

Lincolnshire is famous for the amount of defence airfields it still has and has had in history.

No RAF airfields lie within this constituency, but RAF Cranwell is very near to the border to the north/northeast. Many local people are employed directly or indirectly by the defence sector. There is a small Army barracks just to the North of Grantham (Prince William of Gloucester barracks).

Agricultural related industries make up a large proportion of the local economy, with retail and office work being most common in Grantham and Bourne.

Many applications for solar/wind farms have been made with the local authority or are Nationally Significant Government Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs).