Hi! I’m Sam.

I’m an advocate.

Whenever I have a voice, I speak out. I was twice been elected a trustee of Cambridge University, a role in which I continued to fight for a better deal for staff, as well as for the university to increase the opportunities it provides to young people locally – for example, by offering more apprenticeships. I secured commitments to use a more equitable structure on certain payments to staff, improving awards for those on lower pay. I campaigned against the casualisation of workers (including the use of zero-hour contracts), and successfully lobbied for changes to how donations from fossil fuel companies are treated.

I’m a strong campaigner.

When I stood for election as a councillor, I wasn’t expected to win. Up against a long-serving incumbent from an opposition party, I was told to prepare for defeat. But I organised a grassroots campaign, connecting with voters, and gained the seat for Labour. I know what it takes to get people onside, and have the skills to deliver. With a background as a researcher in life sciences, I also know how to run effective data-driven campaigns that target our limited resources for maximum benefit.

I’m an effective elected representative.

In under two years, I’ve secured funding for projects across my ward and across the council in general. I’ve solved countless individual cases on behalf of residents. As an Executive Councillor, I’m responsible for over £17m of spending on council services annually, and I’ve protected our frontline services despite the huge budgetary pressures inflicted on us by the Conservative government. I’m championing innovation and finding solutions, while delivering on key manifesto pledges. As North West Cambridgeshire’s MP, I’ll use all of that experience to be a strong local champion and representative.