Mark Patten is the SDP prospective candidate for Harpenden and Berkhamsted. We spoke with Mark about his decision to stand.
“my despair at the main parties has made me step up to stand as a candidate”
Can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers?
I am an NHS consultant anaesthetist who has worked for the NHS all my life. I have been relatively apolitical but my despair at the main parties has made me step up to stand as a candidate.
What made you decide to stand for the SDP?
Only party that is promoting a true alternative to the mainstream political parties
You’re the Spokesman for Harpenden and Berkhamsted what’s made you decide to represent this area?
I have lived in the constituency for 26 years. It is a new constituency that has no incumbent and should be open to a new alternative party.
“Affordable housing for young people. My own three children have no prospect of living independently locally”
What do you see as the big concerns for the constituency and what issues do you hope to champion?
Affordable housing for young people. My own three children have no prospect of living independently locally. Social care for the elderly the poor provision has massive impacts on the NHS.
For those eager to help, how can they get involved in the campaign?
Come along to the local Hustings and get involved that way. You can also contact me at [email protected].
