The Official Monster Raving Loony Party has put forward Sir Oink A-Lot as its candidate in the Gorton and Denton by-election on 26 February.
Described by the party as “no pig in a poke”, Sir Oink A-Lot is campaigning under the slogan “Think Big, Vote Pig”, with supporters saying he is “the whole hog” compared to rival candidates.
According to party representatives, fellow Loony Farmin’ Dave was unable to assist with nominations as he was attending a Moldovian Mangelwurzel Convention abroad. Sir Oink A-Lot instead “snouted out” the required signatures with help from Andy at the Jolly Hatters.
Speaking to the Tameside Reporter, Sir Oink A-Lot addressed the same questions put to all candidates.
HMOs
Residents have raised concerns about Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in parts of the constituency.
Asked for his position, Sir Oink A-Lot responded simply: “Oink, oink.”
Antisocial behaviour
On antisocial behaviour, another issue frequently mentioned by constituents, the Loony candidate offered a characteristically unconventional proposal.
“Free sausages and bacon for everyone,” he said.
Living locally
Sir Oink A-Lot said he lives “two minutes down the road” and would therefore have no difficulty representing the area if elected.
“Well, why not?” he added when asked if he would move into the constituency.
A broader message
Asked why voters should back him, Sir Oink A-Lot said: “People have had enough of snouts in troughs.”
He urged residents to “Think big, vote pig, join the Bacon Brigade” on 26 February.
Voters in Gorton and Denton will decide the outcome of the by-election later this month.
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