Unfortunately, due to the social constraints imposed to manage the Coronovirus outbreak, we are obliged to postpone the Luncheon with Fleur Butler scheduled for the 17 April 2020. We will advise members of the re-scheduled event dates in due course. Our very best wishes to all members
Ripon and District Conservatives
Ripon and District Conservatives - Serving the Community
About The Ripon and District Conservatives
The Skipton and Ripon constituency was formed in 1983, and since then Ripon and District has been under Conservative hold. MP's for Skipton and Ripon have been John Watson (1983-1987), David Curry (1987-2010) and Julian Smith (2010-Present).
The Right Honourable Julian Smith MP is the Member of Parliament for the Skipton and Ripon constituency, of which our branch of Ripon is a part. You can find more about Julian in the section below, Meet Your Local Conservative Team.
We have an active network of branches and members, holding regular social events to support our campaigns for the Party. Soon to have a Young Conservatives' branch.
On our website, you can see our events and get details of our team, plus much more.
In order for events to take place and be financed, Ripon and District Conservatives have established their own fundraising arm, named the Right Minded Group.
The Right Minded Group:
The Right Minded Group, often referred to as RMG, is the fundraising arm of the Ripon and District Conservatives. The RMG helps to organise and fund upcoming events. Our aim is to provide enjoyable, fun and informative events for the district; as well as encouraging membership of the Skipton and Ripon Association.
The Right Honourable Julian Smith MP is the Member of Parliament for the Skipton and Ripon constituency, of which our branch of Ripon is a part. You can find more about Julian in the section below, Meet Your Local Conservative Team.
We have an active network of branches and members, holding regular social events to support our campaigns for the Party. Soon to have a Young Conservatives' branch.
On our website, you can see our events and get details of our team, plus much more.
In order for events to take place and be financed, Ripon and District Conservatives have established their own fundraising arm, named the Right Minded Group.
The Right Minded Group:
The Right Minded Group, often referred to as RMG, is the fundraising arm of the Ripon and District Conservatives. The RMG helps to organise and fund upcoming events. Our aim is to provide enjoyable, fun and informative events for the district; as well as encouraging membership of the Skipton and Ripon Association.
What's Happening in Ripon and District Conservatives?
The Ripon Spa Hotel is to host a luncheon with guest speaker, Fleur Butler the Chair of the Conservative Women's Association which is to be held on 17th April. Tickets are £32 to include: a welcome drink, two courses and coffee. The dress code is Smart Casual. On-Line Booking: If you wish to book your place for the luncheon email Tony Thornham, the Ripon & District Branch Secretary at abrookt@outlook.com BACS payment to sort code 54-30-46, account 04110609. In Person/Postal Booking Ripon Spa Hotel, Park Street, HG4 2BU (01765 602172) Cash or Cheque payable to Ripon City Conservatives Association Any Enquires: Tony Thornham, Secretary - 01765 606734
We are pleased to announce that Rt Hon Julian Smith CBE MP will be our guest speaker on Friday 27th September at The Ripon Spa Hotel. This evening will prove to be a very interesting event so please be sure to book your tickets. Tickets are £27.50 per person to include a two course dinner and coffee. This event starts at 6pm, to end at 10pm. To book and pay for your place at this event, please contact the Skipton & Ripon Association via email: office@skiptonandriponconservatives.com or phone: 01756 792092 Please note: Tickets will be limited for this event
Bridge Drive & Cream Tea - Prize raffle, 1pm for 1:30pm start (finish by 4pm). Pre-booking is essential: £50 per table. Available from Joan McLaren (01765 676756) or Ruth Dunn (01423 340664). Cheques payable to Ripon Conservative Association. Enquiries: Tony Thornham - Secretary - 01765 606734
General branch meeting, where we discuss activities in the branch and what we could do in the future.
Jacob Platts (left) congratulates Tony Thornham (right) on their new roles of Chairman of the Young Conservatives and Secretary for Ripon and District
News from Ripon & District
The results for Skipton & Ripon Constituency from the 2019 General Election on December 12th 2019, are as follows.
Conservatives- Julian Smith: 34,919
Labour- Brian McDaid: 11,225
Liberal Democrat- Andrew Murday: 8,701
Green- Andy Brown: 2,748
The Yorkshire Party- Jack Render: 1,131
Julian Smith has held his seat for the 4th consecutive election with a majority of 23,694! Increasing his majority from the 2017 General Election of by 3,709 votes!
Meet Your Local Conservative Team
Who is in charge and meet your councillors
Stuart Martin MBE
Local Councillor
Represents Ripon Spa Ward on Ripon City Council, Ripon Moorside Ward on Harrogate Borough Council & Ripon City Council. Member for South Devision - North Yorkshire County Council.
Rt Hon. Julian Smith
Member of Parliament for Skipton and Ripon
Julian was first elected as MP for Skipton & Ripon in 2010.
Sammy Thompson
Chairman
Jacob Platts
Young Conservatives Chairman
Jacob is also the Political Campaign Organiser for Ripon and District Conservatives.
Bernard Bateman
Treasurer & Councillor
Mayor of Harrogate and District Councillor for Wathvale.
Areas We Cover
- Masham Branch - inc Kirkby Malzeard & Masham Ward
- Newby & Wathvale Branch - inc Bishop Monkton & Newby Ward, Wathvale Ward
- Nidderdale & Washburn - inc Nidd Valley Ward, Patley Bridge & Nidderdale Moors Ward, Washburn Ward
- Ripon & District - inc Fountains & Ripley Ward, Ripon Minster Ward, Ripon Moorside Ward, Ripon Spa Ward, Ripon Urebank Ward
Why Vote Conservative?
We believe this video will provide a good explanation into why: To name a few reasons why the Conservative Party is not only the best option for Ripon, but for the country: 1. We are keeping taxes low, including the freeze of fuel duty. 2. We are committed on delivering the vote of the people, from the 2016 EU Referendum. 3. We are continuing to support our armed forces with an extra £1.8 billion a year. 3. We are giving our vital NHS an extra £20.5 billion a year! 4. We are capping unfair energy price rises. 5. We are increasing school funding 6. 75.8% employment rate in the U.K. - a record high! In fact, one of the highest in Europe. • Plus much, much more! We are forever updating what we are doing for the country and the people who live here. So to keep up-to-date, follow us on social media and ensure you get the hard facts from the Conservatives - to ensure they do not get twisted by individuals, other political parties or even the media.
