Local Candidates Standing in May 2026
Meet the candidates
Local people standing up for Poole. Our candidates bring local knowledge, community involvement and a shared commitment to independent, practical politics that puts Poole first.
Standing for Poole · May 2026
Six candidates across Six wards
Hamworthy West & Turlin Moor
Brian Hitchcock
Current BCP councillor for Hamworthy, focused on delivering practical results and ensuring local people have a strong voice.
Old Town & Baiter
Chris Allenby
Long-standing local campaigner and co-founder of Poole People, with family connections to Poole going back 300 years.
Oakdale & South-East Creekmoor
Felicity Rice
Former NHS GP, current BCP councillor, and local mum of two — combining professional experience with a deep understanding of what families need.
Hamworthy East
Paul Whitlock
Hamworthy resident since 1988, with years of service to local schools and the Turlin Moor community as site manager and governor.
Longfleet & Sterte
Salvatore Petito
Co-founder of Limoncello and BU Business student, bringing entrepreneurial energy and a desire to improve everyday places for residents.
Independent and local
Poole deserves better local voices
Every Poole People candidate shares the same core belief: Poole deserves independent local representatives who understand the town, care about its future, and are prepared to act in the interests of the communities they serve.