Mid Derbyshire
Stephen Dean

Early Life and Background

Stephen Dean was born in Nottingham, a city rich in history and culture. Growing up in this vibrant area, he became well-acquainted with the city’s connection to Derby via the Brian Clough Way (A52), highlighting the link between these two prominent East Midlands cities.

Professional Journey

Stephen's career spans sales and marketing, with a recent focus on technical roles. He began his professional life during the height of the Blair reform era, a period marked by a shift of monetary power from individuals to large corporations. This shift allowed supermarkets to dominate, leading to the decline of many town centers.

Challenges and Observations

During this era, Stephen witnessed new global conflicts and constitutional reforms that increasingly concentrated power in the hands of financial corporate bodies. He attributes many of the nation's issues to self-interest and profiteering, such as the ongoing human trafficking problem in the Channel, which he believes could be resolved by nationalizing Serco.

Political Landscape

Stephen critiques Blairism for consolidating power within wealthy corporate circles, leveraging well-intentioned individuals on the left to create policies that are often mirrored by the Conservative party. He observes that Conservative policies frequently have roots in Labour party ideas, reflecting a lack of genuine change.

Commitment to Reform

Stephen is honored to represent Reform UK as a candidate for Mid Derbyshire. He is driven by the desire to address the intolerable state of the nation, where basic needs like housing are unmet, and the cycle of Conservative-Labour administrations perpetuates increasing hardship for ordinary people.

A Call for Unity and Change

Stephen believes that the nation feels oppressed and that its culture is diverging from traditional English values. He sees Reform UK as a fresh, dynamic party capable of overhauling the parliamentary system, breaking the cycle of Conservative/Labour dominance, and holding the Civil Service accountable.

He advocates for transcending traditional left-wing and right-wing politics, championing the best ideas from both sides. His vision is to return power to the people, end manufactured divisiveness, and create policies that promote harmony and balance, allowing individuals to lead fulfilling lives.