Lib Dems select ex-Tory for Montgomeryshire

The biggest meeting of Montgomeryshire Liberal Democrats for many years has chosen Kishan Devani as their candidate for the coming election.

Former Conservative Kishan Devani has switched joined the Liberal Democrats and is a former teacher and the son of Ugandan Asian refugees.

Speaking after the meeting in Welshpool Town Hall, Kishan said. “I am delighted and honoured that Montgomeryshire Lib Dem members have placed their trust in me.

“I am determined that we will bring Montgomeryshire home to its Liberal roots. There is no longer a place in the Conservatives for compassionate, moderate people who do not share the hard-right Conservative obsession with the UK crashing out of the European Union with no deal. A destructive move that will do huge damage to rural communities like Montgomeryshire.’ 

Richard Church, the Chair of Montgomeryshire Liberal Democrats, added. “Kishan will bring huge energy and enthusiasm to the campaign. After Jane Dodds’ fantastic win in Brecon and Radnorshire just a month ago, we will be targeting Montgomeryshire to bring it back to the Liberal Democrats.”