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Cornwall planning: 'Hands tied' over 'urban creep' of new houses in village - Cornwall Live
Cornwall Council planning committee reluctantly approved six new houses in Metherell village despite local fears of urban creep.
Jim Candy
Liberal DemocratLooe West, Pelynt, Lansallos & Lanteglos
cllr.jim.candy@cornwall.gov.uk07721 065233
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Jim Candy is a Liberal Democrat councillor representing the ward of Looe West, Pelynt, Lansallos & Lanteglos on Cornwall Council. He serves as a member of several committees, including the Appeals Committee, Audit Committee, Constitution and Governance Committee, Cornwall Council itself, the East Sub‑Area Planning Committee, the Sustainable Growth and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee, and the Tamar Bridge and Torpoint Ferry Joint Committee.
His attendance record shows he was present at 26 of the 27 council meetings, giving a 96.3 % attendance rate. One conduct case has been recorded against him, but it did not result in a breach. His declared expenses for the reporting period total £17,959.63 for basic costs and £53.15 for travel. An active red‑flag indicator is noted as “slim_majority,” and he has been mentioned in the media on two occasions. In the most recent election, Councillor Candy was re‑elected with a 29‑vote majority (1.54 % lead over the Reform UK candidate), corresponding to a vulnerability score of 67 out of 100.
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GP surgery closure threat could impact deprived area of Cornwall - Cornwall Live
MP Anna Gelderd and councillor Jim Candy oppose potential Polruan Surgery closure amid public consultation affecting vulnerable residents.
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Cornwall planning: Villagers take on council over changes to their 'crucial' shop - Cornwall Live
Villagers oppose Cornwall Council's recommended refusal of a shop terrace application, with residents and parish council supporting the proposal.
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Cornwall planning: Fears housing will impact on sensitive wildlife lake in Bude - Cornwall Live
Cornwall councillors approved early housing plans near Bude's Maer Lake nature reserve despite concerns from wildlife groups and residents.
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Cornwall planning: Proposal for over 90 homes will create 'misery' for existing residents, meeting hears - Cornwall Live
Cornwall Council's east area planning committee approved a 92-home development in Wadebridge after initially voting against it, despite resident concerns about potential problems.
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Red Flags
Slim Majority13 Mar 2026
Won with a majority of just 29 votes (1.54%), making this one of Cornwall's most marginal seats.
Code of Conduct
CCN013&17 25 26Minor
20 May 2025The complainants alleged that Councillor J Candy made unprofessional and inflammatory remarks at the election count on 2 May 2025, including calling Reform UK supporters “far right”. The council’s investigation concluded that the statements were protected political speech and no breach of the Code of Conduct was demonstrated, so the complaint was rejected.
Outcome: no breach
Election History
VulnerableScore: 67/100→ Stable
Won by 29 votes (1.5%)0.8% swing needed to unseat
Councillor Jim Candy was re‑elected with a 29‑vote majority, representing a 1.54 % lead over the Reform UK candidate. The margin represents a 0.77 % swing (half the 1.54 % majority) required for the runner‑up to overtake him, and the result shows a 29.5‑percentage‑point reduction in the Liberal Democrat share compared with the previous election. With a turnout of 39.6 % and a vulnerability score of 67 out of 100, the seat can be classified as electorally vulnerable.
Cornwall Council Elections 2025 (2025)
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Candy | Liberal Democrat | 697 | 36.9% | ✓ |
| Andy Jackson | Reform UK | 668 | 35.4% | |
| Robert John Charles Horskins | Conservative | 290 | 15.4% | |
| Michala Gaye Powell | Independent | 136 | 7.2% | |
| Isobel Jeanie Taylor | Labour | 96 | 5.1% |
Turnout: 39.6% (1,887 of 4,766 electors) · 2 spoilt votes
Cornwall Council Elections 2021 (2021)
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edwina Hannaford | Liberal Democrat | 1,282 | 61.4% | ✓ |
| Ron Greenhough | Conservative | 633 | 30.3% | |
| Rod Truan | Labour | 174 | 8.3% |
Attendance
96%overall attendance
| Committee | Held | Attended | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appeals Committee | 2 | 2 | 100% |
| Audit Committee | 4 | 3 | 75% |
| Constitution and Governance Committee | 1 | 1 | 100% |
| Cornwall Council | 6 | 6 | 100% |
| East Sub-Area Planning Committee | 5 | 5 | 100% |
| Sustainable Growth and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee | 4 | 4 | 100% |
| Tamar Bridge and Torpoint Ferry Joint Committee | 5 | 5 | 100% |
Voting Record
No recorded votes.
In the News
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In My View with Jim Candy: We all need a place to call home - Voice (Cornwall)
Jim Candy discusses the universal need for housing and having a place to call home in Cornwall.
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In My View with Jim Candy, Lib Dem Cornwall councillor for Looe West, Pelynt, Lansallos and Lanteglos - Cornish times
Liberal Democrat Cornwall councillor Jim Candy shares his views representing the Looe West, Pelynt, Lansallos and Lanteglos ward.
Twitter Mentions
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No Borders, No Vetting and Nick Candy https://t.co/n8SZLmUltw
3 reposts14 likes(probable match)
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It’s clear Reform UK have something rotten going on at the top… Reform UK treasurer Nick Candy ‘met sanctioned individuals’ on Nicaragua trip https://t.co/cEYLH4acph
442 reposts759 likes(probable match)
Allowances & Expenses
| Financial Year | Basic | SRA | Travel | Subsistence | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | £17,959.63 | £0.00 | £53.15 | £0.00 | £0.00 | £18,012.78 |
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Cornwall Council - 24 February 2026
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Cornwall Council - 20 January 2026
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Audit Committee - 13 January 2026
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Cornwall Council - 25 November 2025
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Audit Committee - 14 November 2025
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Audit Committee - 26 September 2025
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Cornwall Council - 16 September 2025
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Appeals Committee - 18 August 2025
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Appeals Committee - 28 July 2025
Present28 Jul 2025
Frequently asked questions
- Who is Cllr Jim Candy?
- Jim Candy is a Cornwall councillor representing the Looe West, Pelynt, Lansallos & Lanteglos ward as a Liberal Democrat member.
- What ward does Jim Candy represent?
- Jim Candy represents Looe West, Pelynt, Lansallos & Lanteglos on Cornwall Council.
- What is Jim Candy's meeting attendance rate?
- Jim Candy has been recorded as present at 95% of Cornwall Council meetings (19 of 20 indexed by Cornwall Political Watch).
- How can I contact Jim Candy?
- You can contact Jim Candy by email at cllr.jim.candy@cornwall.gov.uk; by phone on 07721 065233. Cornwall Council also publishes contact details on the official members' page at democracy.cornwall.gov.uk.
- Are there any code-of-conduct cases involving Jim Candy?
- Cornwall Council's standards process has recorded 1 code-of-conduct case involving Jim Candy. Each case is publicly viewable; see the Code of Conduct section of this page for details.
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