Eamonn "Fitzy" Fitzpatrick, Independent Candidate

An Open Letter to the People of Haltemprice and Howden

Many of you will be wondering why I am contesting this by-election, and what I stand for. I am here because I believe strongly in the traditional common-sense of the British people, and particularly in the common-sense of Yorkshire folk.

Like you I was surprised when Mr David Davis resigned from Parliament over the matter of the 42-day detention. I believe he did his own Conservative party no good at all over this issue, and it is obvious that even the most liberal of Liberal-Democrats were surprised at his behaviour. I believe that Mr Davis is an honourable man who has taken a disastrous decision. It was probably one of the biggest political blunders since Iraq. It is a waste of public money and an exercise in personal vanity. It was not the conduct expected of a Shadow Home Secretary, and such petulance calls into question his suitability for this office. A Shadow Home Secretary should be able to accurately gauge the mood of the British people.

Forty-two days detention is a reasonable act for unreasonable people.

Like most people I am in favour of the 42-day detention period for terrorist suspects because it does give the police more time to complete the tricky job of gathering sufficient evidence. In this country a great deal of evidence is necessary to even bring a terrorist case to court; often more than the amount which, in many countries, would put someone behind bars for a very long time.

I believe that in Britain the honest man has nothing to fear. I love my liberty; perhaps I appreciate it more than Mr Davis does. You can read my blog at:

www.fitzynorthampton.co.uk

I am of the opinion that the people of this country, considering the present state of affairs, would welcome a General Election rather than the occasional by-election. I enjoy being involved in politics, and have stood in two elections, including a General Election. I would welcome a face-to-face debate with David Davis and the other candidates in this by-election. I want to bring a bit of humour, and although I'm doing this election to a very tight budget I look forward to enjoying every minute of it.

In the market trade we associate Yorkshire with some of the best produce in the world, grown by people who know what they're doing. I have a great respect for Yorkshire folk, and I look forward to meeting the people of Haltemprice and Howden in the near future.
From: fitzynorthampton.co.uk