Lambeth Conservatives

Boris Johnson announced on LBC radio this morning that Kate Hoey - Labour's MP in Vauxhall - would join him in City Hall should he win on May 1st. Kate is the first member of Boris' team to be unveiled if he wins the Mayoral election on May 1st.

The well-respected MP has agreed to serve as a non-executive Director advising Boris on sport and the Olympics.

Commenting on the announcement, Boris said:

"I am delighted that Kate Hoey will join me in my administration if I win on May 1st.

"She and I agree that there is much more that can be done to promote sport and to develop sporting facilities across London.

"I have already pledged to ring-fence London Development Agency money for sport, and if I am lucky enough to win she will be working on an agenda that includes protecting playing fields, boosting sports clubs and making sure that London's kids all benefit from the Olympics.

"Kate has a huge and well-known commitment to sport and to London, and I am determined to bring talent from across politics and the community to a new administration."

Lambeth Tory Leader Cllr John Whelan adds: "Kate's brave decision to work across party lines is a great boost for all Lambeth residents young and old especially those who are interested in sport. We remember her as one of the most effective sports ministers of all time and value her contacts and high profile in the local community.

"It is just this kind of expertise that is such a breath of fresh air compared to Livingstone's sleaze ridden regime."

Shirley Houghton, Lambeth & Southwark's Conservative GLA candidate adds: "This is excellent news for London, Kate Hoey brings a great deal of experience on both London and sporting issues. Despite being of a different political persuasion I greatly admire Kate as a conviction politician. She speaks her mind and does what's right for her constituents, an approach I always take.

"London faces major issues and in announcing this impending appointment Boris Johnson has demonstrated a leadership strength that will build the best team to deliver solutions for the people of London."

Bernard Gentry from Clapham Town Conservatives, said: "Having worked closely with Kate Hoey for many years it is no surprise that once again she has put the interests of Londoners before party politics. She will be a strong and independent voice in City Hall, and it is good news for London residents in general and Vauxhall residents in particular."

Labels: Boris Johnson, Kate Hoey, Mayor of London, Olympics, Sport

On the day they flew over London to mark the RAF's 90th birthday, Lambeth Conservatives are backing the campaign for the world famous Red Arrows to appear at the 2012 London Olympics.

Organisers of the event are reported as describing the Arrows as "too British" with a military background that might be "offensive" to other countries taking part in the Games.

The display team, who have performed at more than 4,000 events worldwide, were said to be "outraged".

Cllr Clare Whelan, the Conservative lead on culture issues, said: "Being axed from the Olympics event for being 'too British' is an insult - the Arrows are a symbol of Britain. I hope that common sense prevails."

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Labels: Clare Whelan, Olympics, Red Arrows

Labour Lambeth MP to join Boris Mayoral team

Backing the Red Arrows campaign