Anthony Mangnall was chosen to be the Conservative Party Parliamentary Candidate for Totnes by members of Totnes Constituency Conservative Association (TCCA) at a selection meeting at Totnes Civic Hall July 20.
Anthony’s priorities include increasing opportunities for people of all backgrounds, supporting local businesses and communities, boosting the regional economy via the tourism, retail, agriculture and fishing industries and protecting the environment.
He said: “This is a diverse and vibrant constituency with so much to offer and, working with the Conservative team locally, I plan to use my experience in business, government and campaigning to regain the seat so I can work hard for local people, irrespective of their political views.
“I’m really excited and proud to be selected and I can’t wait to start knocking on doors, meeting local people and listening to their concerns.”
John Smith, TCCA chairman, said: “We had a strong field of candidates to choose from, having received over 50 applications, and Anthony stood out with his energy, enthusiasm and commitment.
“Anthony comes to us with a good campaigning background and a strong record of personal and political achievement.
“Supported by the hard work of our members, he has the ability to be a great champion for the Totnes constituency and local residents.
“The majority of voters in Totnes voted for a Conservative MP in 2017 and many feel badly let down and disappointed by Sarah Wollaston’s flip-flopping record. We look forward to working closely with Anthony to return him as our next MP – willing and able to support a Conservative manifesto and government.”
Anthony has worked as an adviser to former Foreign Secretary Lord Hague and for brokerage firms in London and Singapore, negotiating deals and developing commercial relationships.
He currently works as a government special adviser, covering international trade, business development and regional growth initiatives.