My name’s Vince Speed and I am the Reform UK candidate for Brighstone, Calbourne and Shalfleet.
I am a Calbourne resident and I’ve lived on the Isle of Wight all my life. I’m proud to call this Island my home.
For the past 28 years I’ve worked as a service engineer for the same company, which has taught me the value of reliability, problem solving, and seeing things through.
As a parent of four, I care deeply about the future of our Island and the opportunities available to local families.
I’m standing for election because I believe the council needs a serious shake up. They are supposed to be the voice of the people, yet far too often they fail to listen. Decisions feel distant, disconnected, and made without proper regard for the everyday realities residents face.
Housing, infrastructure, and flooding remain ongoing problems that never seem to be addressed properly. The state of our roads — especially in villages — is unacceptable. Council tax keeps rising while services decline. And our seaside towns, once full of life and pride, have been allowed to fall into a shocking state.
I want to bring a practical, grounded voice to the council. Someone who understands real Island issues, who will ask direct questions, challenge poor decisions, and always put local people first. My goal is simple: a council that listens, acts, and genuinely works for the whole community.