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First-time Christian candidates speak with Premier

by Eno Adeogun

Bill Reeves, the Conservative Parliamentary candidate for Cardiff South and Penarth said he became interested in politics around the time he "took his faith very seriously" as a teen.

Following the advice from his pastor and family, he decided to get "life experience" and worked in finance, renewable energy, and numerous church projects including working alongside prisoners that get released.

Reeves, who according to his Twitter profile "grew up milking cows in West Wales" said his faith will influence his decision making if he is elected on 8th June.

He explained: "When you see someone who is a Christian running I think it should encourage them to think 'well, there's someone there who knows that they are accountable to the electorate but also they themselves make themselves accountable to God in heaven'."

"There should be in that a higher integrity."

Listen to Bill Reeves speaking with Premier's Eno Adeogun:

Mandy Garford, Labour candidate for Gravesham said working in a foodbank for over a year led to her deciding to further help people by becoming a community activist before her political career began as a Councillor.

The qualified teacher said God told her to "join the red team" and there are many reasons other Christians should as well.

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Speaking on Labour's values under leader Jeremy Corbyn's leadership she said: "So many policies will help those in need, help the homeless - especially disabilities - I have three autistic children.

"I'm very passionate to see those people defended and spoken out for. All of that is something I think the Labour party does very well."

Listen to Mandy Garford speaking with Premier's Eno Adeogun:

Paul McGarry, Liberal Democrat candidate for Central Scotland attributes his decision to becoming a politician to when he was homeless aged 16.

Driven by the idea that "nobody should be confined by opportunity, instead by their ability" he joined the Lib Dems to try and change current policy to make that happen.

He said its important Christians get involved in politics and not shy away from reflecting Christian values as he felt Leader Tim Farron did.

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Addressing questioning over Mr Farron's faith and views on homosexuality, he said: "I was glad that he did come and say 'this is what I believe, I believe in an equal fair society and these are my views'.

"I was much less encouraged by the initial response in the media that seemed to really vilify him at one point for having an opinion, having a view, having faith."

He said with God's help, his faith will be reflected if he's elected next week.

Listen to Paul McGarry speaking with Premier's Eno Adeogun about what motivated him to run in the election:

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