20-year-old student becomes local councillor

20-year-old university student becomes youngest ever councillor
University of Chichester 2nd year English BA Student Katie Ray has become the youngest-ever Havant councillor aged just 20. She made it home with a majority of 96 on 6th May.

Katie who is from Leigh Park said: “I was always into politics and current affairs during my teens, and decide to join the Liberal Democrats about 18 months ago. Their policies really appealed to me, and the fact that they have 'fairness' running through the constitution is a great thing I believe.

“I was initially a little apprehensive about how I would manage to juggle university work as well as Liberal Democrat work but the Havant Liberal Democrats have all been incredibly supportive, and I think I have proven myself as an effective time manager by submitting all my essays 10 days earlier than the published date so I could concentrate on what was ultimately a successful campaign for me.”

Katie said she chose University of Chichester as it was close to home but she added; “the campus has a very friendly feel and all the lecturers know your name and will stop and have a chat if they see you. Also, when I came on the open day I just loved how beautiful the university and the town is - surrounded by lots of beautiful green space and wonderful architecture. I am lucky that I get to spend such a large portion of my student life in such a beautiful place.”