Local residents are asking why it has taken a by-election for them to see Tory candidate Edward Timpson.

What has he done in the past 12 months since he first came on the scene. He has not stood up to his Tory mates running the council who've failed to stamp out anti-social behaviour and failed to enforce alcohol free zones.

It leaves local residents thinking Edward Timpson is all talk and no action, and not up to the job.

Tory Edward Timpson may talk tough on crime but his party have opposed tooth and nail Labour's serious package of measures to cut crime.

The facts speak for themselves. All we get is waffle from Tory Timpson.

Tory waffle

Edward Timpson's Tories opposed five-year minimum sentences for unauthorised possession of a gun.

Edward Timpson's Tories have opposed more powers to crack down on underage drinking. Local residents have been complaining about the problem of underage drinking. The Tory Council have the powers to act but have ignored complaints.

Edward Timpson's Tories opposed tougher sentences for dangerous sex offenders.