The Scottish Liberal Democrats have selected Eileen Baxendale to be their candidate in the forthcoming Glasgow North East by-election.

Eileen Baxendale, Candidate for Glasgow North EastEileen, 64 and formerly a social worker, is now a South Lanarkshire councillor.

Commenting, Eileen said:

“I’m delighted to be chosen as the Liberal Democrat candidate in this election. If elected I will be a strong voice for the people of Glasgow North East in Westminster.

“At a time when faith in MPs is at an all time low, it’s time for a fresh start in Springburn.

“Gordon Brown’s Labour Government is gasping its last breath. Labour are out of touch and letting local people down. The SNP is no alternative. They will be full of empty promises - their track record at Holyrood speaks volumes.

“If people in Glasgow North East want a committed voice to stand up for them in Westminster, they should vote Liberal Democrat. I will be a strong champion for the people of Glasgow North East.”

Scottish Liberal Democrat Glasgow MSP Robert Brown added:

“Local people deserve a hardworking MP who will speak out on issues that matter to them, like unemployment and crime. Eileen will make a great MP for Glasgow North East.”

Notes:

EILEEN BAXENDALE BIOGRAPHY

Occupation: Councillor, South Lanarkshire Council

Age: 64

Family: Married, with several grown up children

Council experience: Depute Chair – Social Work Committee, Chair – Integrated Children’s Services Committee

Other experience: Career in social work in Glasgow for over 28 years. Director - Fare Shares Trust, Director – Ethnic Minorities Law Centre, Director – Minority Ethnic Christians Together in Scotland.