
Councillor Jim Candy (Liberal Democrat) represents Looe West, Pelynt, Lansallos & Lanteglos with strong attendance of 97% across 30 of 31 meetings, serving on seven committees including Audit, Planning, and Scrutiny roles. One minor conduct case has been recorded with no serious findings, and expenses of £18,012.78 for 2024-25 reflect a broad committee portfolio. The ward remains notably marginal, with Candy's 2021 majority of just 29 votes (1.54%) making the seat one of Cornwall's most closely contested.
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Won with a majority of just 29 votes (1.54%), making this one of Cornwall's most marginal seats.
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- In My View with Jim Candy: We all need a place to call home - Voice (Cornwall)
Google News Cornwall · 14 May 2026
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