Comes with a wealth of experience, a family man, he was an officer in the army reserve for over 40 years.

In his capacity as part of the covid 19 task force, he was responsible for the successful medicines supply plan.

For these duties he received, the Deputy Chief of Defence Staff’s commendation in the Queen’s New Year’s honours list for his work during the epidemic.

He was also a secondary school teacher for more than 20 years, and has seen first-hand the cuts in our education services by the tory government that continue to blight our children’s future.

In his spare time he is a sports enthusiast having a keen interest in rugby, cricket, speedway and stock car racing.

Ken understands the problems and challenges facing Crompton, over the years the area has been poorly represented and as a result Crompton has paid the price of Councillors, who may shout a lot but deliver little.

Crompton badly needs change, a vote for Ken Rustidge, will be a vote for a man, who delivers on his promises and get things done.