Meet Jamie Rippingale - Reform UK Prospective Lancashire County Council Candidate for Rossendale West

Every now and then, a star is born – and Jamie is no exception. At just 18 years old, Jamie is stepping up to be the voice of real change in Rossendale West as the Reform UK Prospective Lancashire County Council Candidate.

Raised in Haslingden, he understands the challenges facing local residents—from crumbling roads to wasted taxpayer money, broken political promises, and the erosion of common-sense values.

Don’t let his young age fool you! Jamie brings determination, fresh ideas, and an unwavering commitment to the people of Rossendale West. In fact, we challenge any seasoned veteran of local politics to go head-to-head with this young man—his passion and drive speak for themselves! His knowledge and understanding of the issues facing our community set him apart from any other 18-year-old, proving that real leadership isn’t about age—it’s about vision, dedication, and the courage to stand up for what’s right.

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"I’m a proud 18yr old who’s grown up in Haslingden. I recently graduated as an IT apprentice for a large local manufacturer, and I once volunteered at one of our churches; We must return to the long forgotten normality of common sense values in our towns. I am honoured to have been selected as your Reform UK candidate for Rossendale West. I’m as frustrated as you that our politicians keep letting us down. We were lied to by the Tories about levelling-up, and now Labour is lying to us about pensions and the winter fuel allowance."

Determined to hold the council accountable, protect our green spaces, and bring honesty back into politics, Jamie is ready to fight for the people of Rossendale West. With his experience as an IT apprentice for a major local manufacturer and his dedication to the community through volunteer work, he represents a new generation of leadership—fresh, principled, and unafraid to take on the establishment.

It’s time for real change. It’s time for Jamie. 🚀