Tom Wust is an experienced Conservative campaigner, and first joined the Conservative Party back in 2016. Serving as a councillor for his home parish of Hollinswood & Randlay between 2019 and 2023 and now as a Parish Councillor for Stirchley, he is regarded locally for his hard work and commitment to the community. Tom also works locally, managing a business in Halesfield that makes products to help visually impaired and blind people be safe.
He was our candidate in the 2024 Telford & Wrekin Borough by-election in Hollinswood, Randlay, Stirchley & Holmer Lake, and missed out on the seat by just 16 votes.
As well as being a campaigner, Tom is also a classical and jazz musician, specialising in clarinet and saxophone. He has performed twice at the Royal Albert Hall, as well as touring the UK and Europe. He would often perform locally for free, raising money for local charities including Rotary, Lions, and various churches and schools.
Within the Conservative Party, Tom currently serves as Area Chairman for Shropshire & Herefordshire, promoting the party's work across the two counties and bringing his wealth of knowledge and experience to local meetings. As recognition for his work, he and Conservative colleagues from the West Midlands were invited to visit 10 Downing Street by former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in January 2024.
Like all local Conservatives, Tom wants to see more Conservative councillors elected to Telford & Wrekin Council to give fairer representation and hold Labour to account in the chamber. If you would like to get involved in any capacity, he would be delighted to hear from you. You can email him directly on [email protected], or contact [email protected].