Sophie Evans is standing as Reform’s candidate for Guildford West. She grew up in Surrey and has called Guildford home for the past three years. As an active member of her local residents association, Sophie is committed to making sure the voices of her community are heard.

With over a decade of experience in banking, fintech, and international payments, Sophie has spent her career tackling complex problems, negotiating contracts, and working with others to get things done. She knows how to make budgets stretch further and ensure resources are used efficiently.

Sophie believes residents have a right to know where their money is being spent and that local government should work transparently, cut waste, and deliver results people can see. She is passionate about practical, common-sense solutions that support local services, help businesses thrive, and put the community first.

When not working, Sophie enjoys gardening and spending time outdoors.

Ben is a local business owner and IT support specialist working closely with residents and small businesses across the Guildford area. With a practical, problem-solving focus, Ben helps people every day by providing accountable service and clear communication.

Standing for election because too many residents feel their concerns are being ignored, Ben believes local government must prioritize delivery, transparency, and value for money over bureaucracy and empty promises. Through his daily work in the community, he regularly meets local families, older residents, and business owners, witnessing first-hand the everyday frustrations people face—from poor road conditions and traffic management to the ongoing challenges on the high street.

Rather than being a career politician, Ben comes from a service background where results matter and excuses don’t fix problems. His approach is straightforward: listen carefully, communicate clearly, and fight for practical solutions. Ben is committed to being an accessible and responsive councillor, always willing to challenge poor decisions and ensure the community’s voice is actually heard.

Rob Abrams is standing as the Reform candidate for Guildford East. A dedicated member of the community, he has lived in Boxgrove for the past 20 years, having previously resided in east London. This diverse background gives him a deep personal understanding of the everyday social challenges facing both urban and suburban communities.

Rob built a highly successful career in IT hardware, working primarily at the Bank of England. His extensive professional background provides him with strong technical expertise and a keen understanding of organizational efficiency—skills he is eager to bring to local government to ensure it runs effectively.

Rob firmly believes that local government must refocus on its core responsibilities to deliver genuine value for its residents. He is fully committed to supporting Reform’s approach to reducing unnecessary public spending and ensuring that council resources are strictly directed toward essential frontline services.

He advocates for a more disciplined, focused, and accountable council. By stepping away from peripheral initiatives and bureaucracy, Rob wants to ensure that the council’s attention remains firmly fixed on the practical, everyday needs of the people of Guildford East.

Claire is Reform UK’s candidate for Guildford South West, bringing over two decades of international experience across finance, technology and business transformation. She has lived and worked in multiple countries, developing a broad perspective and a strong track record in improving organisational performance.

Claire began her career as an actuary before moving into corporate finance and later into information technology within the banking sector. She has since built and led businesses in cyber security, financial systems, property and corporate turnaround, specialising in making organisations more efficient, transparent and financially sustainable.

Her professional experience has centred on identifying inefficiencies, reducing costs and implementing systems that deliver measurable results — skills she believes are urgently needed in local government.

Claire is particularly focused on improving value for money, increasing transparency in decision-making and ensuring that council services are responsive and effective. She is also passionate about supporting families, drawing on her own experience as a single mother of two children with additional needs.

She believes Guildford should combine respect for its heritage with a clear vision for the future, creating a borough that is fairer, safer and easier to navigate for residents.

With Reform, Claire is committed to delivering practical, results-driven change for the local community.

John Le Cheminant (JLC to his friends!) brings over 30 years of professional experience as a Project Manager (MAPM), delivering complex IT system implementations across the globe. His career has focused particularly on healthcare, working with hospitals and health insurance organisations, and more recently in the UK on local government finance systems, including a key role in the Cumbria Local Government Reorganisation in 2023. Having lived in Guildford for over three decades, John has witnessed first-hand the changes within the community and is committed to ensuring that local residents are properly represented and supported. Throughout his career, John has worked with diverse teams and cultures, developing a strong belief in meritocracy, honesty, and respect.

Known for his direct and transparent approach, he prides himself on making decisions based on facts, presenting clear options, and ensuring accountability—qualities he believes are too often lacking in politics today. John describes himself as a practical facilitator: someone who brings together expertise, listens to professional advice, and focuses on delivering results rather than rhetoric. Inspired by leaders who value clarity and action, he is determined to “get the job done” and challenge the culture of delay and under-delivery. Standing for Reform UK, John offers a pragmatic, common-sense approach rooted in fairness, patriotism, and a belief that good ideas should be recognised—regardless of where they come from.

Martin is Reform UK’s second candidate in The Horsleys; a senior business leader with deep roots in West Surrey, where he has both grown up and raised his family. He brings extensive experience in leading teams, improving operational performance and delivering value for money across complex organisations.

Throughout his career, Martin has focused on eliminating inefficiency, strengthening accountability and ensuring that organisations deliver on their promises. He believes these principles are just as vital in local government as they are in business, particularly at a time when residents expect more reliable services and better use of public funds.

Martin has a strong appreciation for the communities that make The Horsleys such a desirable place to live. He understands the importance of safe neighbourhoods, well-run services and a council that residents can trust to act fairly and competently.

Driven by a sense of personal responsibility and fairness, Martin believes in practical problem-solving, respectful engagement and listening to local concerns. He is committed to restoring confidence in local government by focusing on delivery, accountability and outcomes that make a tangible difference to people’s everyday lives.

With Reform, Martin is determined to help build a council that works efficiently, spends wisely and delivers consistently for its residents.

Adam Farkas, 34, is a local head gardener and staff manager, and a proud resident of Denzil Road in Onslow Village since 2015.

As the Reform UK candidate for the forthcoming Guildford Borough Council by-election in Onslow, Adam is committed to ensuring that every pound of council tax is spent carefully and transparently on the services that matter most to local families.

In recent years, independent reports and audits under the current Liberal Democrat administration have highlighted weaknesses in financial oversight, including significant overspends, incomplete accounting, and concerns around value for money. Residents deserve better.

Adam will champion greater transparency, stronger financial discipline, and robust scrutiny of council spending. His focus is simple: reduce waste and redirect resources towards practical, local priorities that genuinely improve everyday life in Onslow Village.

With a clear, common-sense approach, Adam believes the council can deliver better outcomes for residents—ensuring public money is properly managed and focused on results, not bureaucracy.