IT HAS been confirmed today that six candidates have put themselves forward as prospective parliamentary candidates for the Isle of Wight in the forthcoming General Election.

Acting returning officer Claire Shand has released the statement of persons nominated and notice of poll.

The candidates are, as listed on the statement:

Carl Jason Feeney, Independent Network.

Karl Love, Independent.

Vix Lowthian, Green Party.

Daryll James Pitcher, Independent.

Richard Michael Quigley, Labour Party.

Bob Seely, Conservative Party.

The vote will take place on December 12.

See the dedicated General Election section of our website for all related news in the coming weeks.

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