John Harvey is standing for the Priory Ward. Former City Centre Manager for 18 years, John has been at the heart of the city's development into one of the hubs of the Southwest. After two decades working at the heart of city centre development, John a former Exeter City Councillor for Alphington, is standing for the Priory ward, and if elected will work alongside fellow Conservative Councillor Andrew Leadbetter.

Ruth Smith is currently President of the Exeter Conservative Association. With many years of experience in local city council politics as a former city councillor, she is an expert on issues surrounding Pinhoe and Exeter as a whole. She is available to be contacted at ruthsm@blueyonder.co.uk to help you with any of your local concerns. 

Anne Jobson was elected Association Chairman in July 2016. She has lived in Exeter for 15 years, first in St Thomas before moving to north Exeter. A barrister specialising in family and childcare law; she sees the challenges facing young families. Anne wants priority given to local families needing homes rather than more student housing developments in the City. Anne was awarded the OBE for political and public service and enjoys meeting local groups and residents to make sure their voice is heard. Anne is often seen at local events with her little owl “Theia” or walking the northern section of the Green Circle with her springer spaniel.

County Councillor for Pennsylvania, Stoke Hill and Duryard, Percy was a beat police Officer for 32 years. This was spent mostly in the City covering the St James and St David’s wards. Percy was involved in all aspects of Community interest and has now retired. He has been a City Councillor for Duryard since 2007. Percy was the infamous Bobby on a bike iconically wearing a cape, becoming a recognizable presence in the community. He is married with 3 children and four grand-children. His wife Elaine works for a High St branch of a kitchen-ware store. 

A City Councillor for Pennsylvania and Stoke Hill and former Deputy Chairman Political of the Exeter Conservative Association, Cllr Peter Holland has lived in Exeter for over 34 years. Peter is married with two sons. He works closely with families and community groups and aims to facilitate a supportive and inspiring environment for local residents. He will continue to work, first and foremost, to represent residents’ interests and focus on the issues that matter to you.

Aric Gilinsky is the St Davids Ward council candidate for the 2018 local elections.  He is also Deputy Chairman (Membership and Finance) for Exeter Conservative Association and also a Deputy Chairman of the Riverside Branch.

Andrew has been the County Councillor for Topsham and St Loyes since 1997 and one of the City Councillors for Topsham. He is Leader of the Conservative Group on Exeter City Council.

Catherine was elected to office in the Exeter City 2018 election.

Katherine New is an NHS Healthcare Scientist, working at the RD&E Hospital for over 20 years. With lifelong experience in community leadership and governance roles and having grown up in St Thomas and Alphington, she is committed to improving the quality of life for people in Exeter. She is the Alphington Ward candidate for the local elections. Contact katherinenew@btinternet.com

Mason is new to Exeter and is keen to understand the issue that are important to Exeter residents. He lives in St.Thomas and is involved in the St.Thomas Community Association. He is interested in supporting local community groups, and is particularly keen to raise and address the daily issues faced by people with disabilities.  He is running a petition to demand Network Rail and GWR make St.Thomas station more accessible to disabled people by installing a lift to both platforms.