The future
Our Plans
As the Chairman has expressed, there is a need for us to regroup and plan for a future under a new national leader and to make plans with regards to policy that will be aimed at making the best possible life for the people of Hartlepool, Tees Valley, Durham and the rest of the Northeast.
The impacts of what we do as an Association is being developed but the current Chairman supported by members of the executive sense that the focus should be on the following:
Skills and Jobs
Hartlepool has a rich history of hard work, resilience, and innovation. As we look to the future, the Hartlepool Conservatives are committed to ensuring that our residents have access to the skills and opportunities they need to succeed in an ever-changing economy. Our policy on skills and jobs reflects our belief in local empowerment, targeted investment, and fostering a strong partnership between education, industry, and the local community.
We will work on a plan that finds focus under the following key strands:
1. Empowering Through Education and Skills Training
2. Attracting and Expanding Industry
3. Expanding Leisure and Tourism
4. Building a Stronger Hartlepool through Collaboration
5. Seizing the Opportunities Ahead
Hartlepool has a proud tradition of resilience and innovation. With the right focus and investment, we can ensure that our residents are equipped with the skills they need to succeed in the jobs of the future. Whether it’s through green industry, traditional manufacturing, or leisure and tourism, Hartlepool has all the ingredients to become a thriving, prosperous town that attracts people from across the UK.
Hartlepool Conservatives are committed to leading the charge in creating opportunities, supporting our local talent, and bringing real jobs back to Hartlepool. By focusing on education, industry, and leisure, we will create a future where everyone in our town has the chance to build a better life for themselves and their families.
Vulnerable People
At Hartlepool Conservatives, we believe in a compassionate, fair, and responsible approach to supporting our most vulnerable residents. This includes disabled pensioners and those who rely on pension credits to make ends meet. Under a Conservative-led administration, we have always strived to ensure that our older and disabled citizens are treated with dignity and respect, and have the financial support they need to live comfortably and securely.
We believe that those most vulnerable, including pensioners, the disabled and families in and who are at risk of poverty need our support and we will press the Local Authority on these key points:
1. Restoring the Winter Fuel Allowance for Disabled Pensioners
2. Strengthening Pension Credits
3. Supporting Disabled Pensioners with Additional Costs
4. Keeping Hartlepool Pensioners at the Heart of Policy Decisions
5. Ensuring Dignity in Retirement
6. Supporting those who are struggling in their daily lives.
Disabled pensioners and those who are disabled or in poverty in Hartlepool should not be abandoned in the face of rising costs and inadequate benefits. Hartlepool Conservatives will stand up for them, battle to restore their Winter Fuel Allowance, improve access to pension credits, and ensure that their unique needs are met with respect and care. We believe in creating a society where everyone, regardless of age or ability, can live comfortably and with the dignity they deserve.
Law & Order
At Hartlepool Conservatives, we believe that the safety and security of our residents are paramount. A strong, fair, and compassionate approach to law and order is essential to ensuring that Hartlepool remains a place where people can live, work, and raise their families in peace. We are committed to strengthening local law enforcement, addressing community concerns about crime, and ensuring that our public services are protected and accessible to all.
This policy outlines our approach to law, order, and immigration, with a focus on keeping Hartlepool safe while ensuring fairness - new to the town and those existing - security and a key plan for cohesion.
The key themes that we need to have a direct and sensible conversation about are:
1. Strengthening Local Law Enforcement
2. Addressing Concerns about Illegal Immigration
3. Promoting Community Cohesion and Fairness
4. Law and Order for a Secure Future
A Fair and Safe Hartlepool
At Hartlepool Conservatives, we believe that by strengthening law and order and ensuring a fair and well-managed approach to immigration, we can create a safer, more prosperous community for everyone. Our policies reflect our commitment to protecting Hartlepool’s residents, safeguarding our public services, and fostering an environment where all residents—longstanding and new—can thrive together.
We are committed to ensuring that Hartlepool remains a place of opportunity, safety, and unity, and we will continue to work tirelessly to achieve these goals. Together, we can build a Hartlepool that is safe, fair, and welcoming for all.