A would-be member of the Legislative Council says he’s honoured to have been nominated for the forthcoming election.
Accountant David Talbot is the deputy chair of Patrick Commissioners and is among seven hopefuls aiming to take one of four seats.
He was nominated by Transport Minister David Anderson.
Mr Talbot says he’s looking forward to the opportunity to become part of the Island’s legislature:

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