
I’m Tom Middleton‑Leonard, and I’ve lived in Newton‑le‑Willows since 2019, after growing up just down the road in Garswood. This area has shaped who I am, and it’s the place I’m proud to call home.
My professional background is in product governance, with earlier experience in technical writing and business improvement. That mix means I’m used to working with complex information, spotting gaps, asking the right questions, and making sure processes are transparent, fair, and accountable. I’ve built a career on clarity, accuracy, and doing things properly, values I bring into my community work too.
I’m standing with Newton‑le‑Willows Independents because I believe our town deserves representation that is genuinely local and genuinely focused on residents. No national party lines, no pressure to vote a certain way, just honest, independent decision‑making rooted in what’s best for the people who live here.
If elected, I’ll bring the same approach I’ve always taken: thoughtful, evidence‑based work; clear communication; and a commitment to making local politics more open, more accessible, and more centred on our community.