Woking
Richard Barker

Early Life and Career in Geoscience

Richard Barker was born near Hastings on the south coast of England, where his early fascination with the natural world led him to pursue a degree in geology. His academic background paved the way for a successful career as a geoscientist in the global oil and gas industry. Currently, he resides with his family on the outskirts of Chobham village, just north of Woking.

A New Voice in Politics

Richard's decision to enter politics was driven by his concern over the growing similarity between the major political parties in the UK. He believes that uncontrolled mass immigration, high taxation, stagnant economic growth, and increasing state interference are now uniformly accepted across the political spectrum. This realization prompted him to take a stand and offer an alternative.

Defending Free Speech and National Identity

Richard is deeply troubled by the rise of the 'woke' agenda, which he feels is undermining freedom of speech, distorting historical narratives, and threatening the cultural identity of the nation. He views the failure of mainstream parties to address these issues as tacit approval of this movement. He is committed to restoring the nation's identity and believes that a robust response is necessary to safeguard the values that define British society.

Advocating for Rational Policy and Good Governance

A firm believer in evidence-based decision-making, Richard champions the need for open and honest debates that consider all viewpoints. He argues that only through comprehensive discourse can society tackle the significant challenges of our time. He also advocates for the reform of public institutions to ensure effective oversight and prevent failures like the recent bankruptcy of Woking Borough Council.

Standing for Reform UK in Woking

Richard is running as a candidate for Reform UK, aiming to offer the people of Woking a genuine alternative to the established parties. He believes in a vision grounded in common sense and British values, and he is committed to delivering real change. Richard invites those who are disillusioned with the current political landscape to join him in his campaign to restore integrity and accountability to public office.