Tom Hunt: Ipswich needs a northern relief road – here is how we can win the campaign

My experience in Ely has shown me that it can be done – with tenacity, optimism and the broadest possible local backing.

Tom Hunt: Fox hunting. I was a candidate in an urban seat. And I can tell you that it did no real damage to our support.

May’s view had no impact on the polls. It was only later after the Conservative manifesto was published that our poll numbers begun to deteriorate.

Tom Hunt: So you welcome OFCOM’s new BBC scrutiny role? Don’t. Here’s why it could make matters worse.

It turns out that the arbiter for all but a relatively narrow range of complaints will be the BBC’s own Unitary Board.

Cllr Tom Hunt: Why I’m supporting Syed

With a young and diverse electorate, Tory challenges in London today auger national troubles tomorrow. We need a candidate who can change perceptions of our party.

Cllr Tom Hunt: Why Syed Kamall should be the Consevative candidate for Mayor of London

I have no idea whether or not be would be interested. But I can bear witness to his strong leadership, campaigning and personal skills.

Tom Hunt: Local homes for local people – and the crucial role of Community Land Trusts

How this new vehicle can help to break down resistance to building new homes that are desperately needed.

Cllr Tom Hunt: Why I am wary of signing the 50:50 Parliament petition

Equal representation is desirable – but we need a practical, democratic way to get there.

Cllr Tom Hunt: The full story of the new Ely by-pass – and why English Heritage is wrong to oppose it

There is a role for the organisation in the planning process. But our cathedral cities are not museums – they are living communities which need to develop and grow.

Cllr Tom Hunt: I’m for open caucuses, but against postal primaries. Here’s why.

How can you get any sense of what drives candidates when all you have is a brief leaflet in place of a lively interactive public meeting?