Hooper standing in local authority's North Ward
A former MHK, and former health and social care minister, believes his knowledge of government would help support the operations of Ramsey's commissioners.
Lawrie Hooper is standing in the local authority's North Ward by-election.
He says his background in accountancy, and corporate business, would benefit the board.
Mr Hooper lost his seat in September's General Election.
Residents will be able to vote on 3 December, from 8am until 8pm, at the Town Hall.
Mr Hooper says if he is elected, he would like to improve the sports facilities in the town and also look into how the rates can be applied more fairly.
Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to him:
The other candidate standing in Ramsey Commissioner's North Ward is Nikola Brindley.
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