PHIL MATTHEWs, Green Party candidate in PATRICK (2021)

The Isle of Man Green Party is a registered political party running political candidates to lead sustainable change for the Isle of Man.

Phil Matthews has lived in the Parish of Patrick for 31 years. He is active in the Parish as Chair of Governors at Foxdale School and a Trustee of Foxdale Heritage Centre. A retired schoolteacher, Phil now works with several Island-based charities and environmental organisations. He is also the co-founder and a Director of the One World Centre in St.Johns, Chair of Amnesty International IOM Group, Membership Secretary for IOM Friends of the Earth and a member of the Fairtrade Island Steering Group and the Climate Change Coalition Steering Group.

“If elected, I would be honoured to represent the people of Patrick. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty with villages that have maintained a strong sense of identity and community spirit. However, in recent years there has been a decline in the provision of essential services and I would endeavour to encourage and support opportunities for increased local employment, improved social provision and public transport links, and the continued growth of ecotourism and rural leisure attractions - ensuring that any new developments contribute towards a healthier and more sustainable environment for everyone. I also wish to develop more effective links with our MHKs and government departments on issues that are outside the responsibility of the Commissioners.”

Read more about the Isle of Man Green Party Principles here.

Contact

Email: pm@wm.im

Phone: 334109

Published by P. Matthews, 4 Marguerite Place, Foxdale, IM4 3HE