I RECENTLY accepted two invitations to two different husting events, keeping my diary open for several dates to do so.

However, both events have been cancelled because some of the other candidates are suddenly unable to make time to attend.

I will debate any candidate, at any time, in any place, because I feel that is a crucial part of the democratic process.

Candidates should stop following Theresa May’s lead when it comes to dodging debates.

It’s time we had an open and frank discussion about local issues such as fracking, school cuts, and the out-of-control congestion on the ring road.

Luke Charters-Reid, Labour candidate for York Outer