Jacqueline Thomson is the Reform UK candidate for the 16th October, Caterham Valley division by-election in Surrey. We spoke with Jacqueline about her decision to stand.
“I know that the fresh approach offered by REFORM UK is what our country badly needs”
Can you introduce yourself to our readers, and tell us what made you decide to run?
My name is Jacqueline Thomson I have three grown up children, three grandchildren and a very supportive husband. I am now retired. Previously I dedicated my career to the South East Coast Ambulance Service and before that, I worked at Life Care, Caterham-On-The-Hill looking after people with learning disabilities.
I have always been interested in how our country is run. I feel very strongly that ordinary people like me have been completely ignored for many years and now I am retired I want to get more involved with our future Government. I know that the fresh approach offered by REFORM UK is what our country badly needs. I am tremendously honoured that REFORM UK has given me the opportunity to represent Caterham Valley in the Bye Election on 16th. October 2025.
You’re the candidate for Caterham Valley division. What are the main concerns in the area?
The concerns that keep being raised include:
- Croydon Road Works – Delays to the Croydon Road redevelopment work caused by issues with existing drainage.
- Flooding – Often caused by poor drainage
- Parish Council Merger – The proposal to merge the Caterham Hill and Caterham Valley Parish Councils.
- Town masterplan – Looking at a broader vision for the development of the Hill and Valley communities.
“I have always been interested in how our country is run. I feel very strongly that ordinary people like me have been completely ignored for many years”
What do you see as the major issues more widely in Surrey and if elected what do you hope to champion?
- Cost of living crisis –This leading to increased demand for crisis support
- Crime and Community – Retail theft, anti-social behaviour, domestic abuse, child exploitation, serious and organised crime.
- Infrastructure and Highways – Pothole problems, poor road surfaces and pavements, issues with trees and hedges.
I would like to especially champion solutions to reduce the abuse of children and solve the pothole problems.
