"Whatever the result Kirklees has to change what it does and how it does it, I have seen election leaflets promising more services and lower rates, some people may believe them but most people live in the real world.
"The differences between Parties are more distinct now at a local level than has ever been. The Labour Party is committed to Jobs and Growth. We believe everyone has a right to a decent home and a decent life. I refuse to apologise for helping those who can’t help themselves or those who have been left behind in this “all in it together society”. We are proud that we have implemented a “Living Wage” for all Kirklees employees and will continue to fight for a living wage for all residents.
"We believe all people are entitled to decent care all through their lives, and despite all the tricks and cuts imposed on us by the coalition government, despite their attack on the North and their favouring of the South East we will continue to help those in most need. But we refuse to pretend we can do that and protect all services from change. There are no “magic beans”
"With some other parties you do not get what it says on the tin."
