Andy Kelly makes final pitch for votes

Andy Kelly talking to a resident (in the rain!)

Liberal Democrat candidate Councillor Andy Kelly has made a final pitch for votes and promised 'change' if he is elected.

Mr Kelly said: "Over the past few weeks we have been setting out our plans for the people of Rochdale. A positive vision to end years of neglect and bad headlines.

"People know this is the most important election in Rochdale and the Pennines for a generation. We have a chance to change Rochdale for the better.

"The people of Rochdale, you my neighbours, face a clear choice - it's either the Liberal Democrats or no change with Labour. No other result is possible no matter what the others say. The Conservatives haven't won on General Election day in Rochdale since 1951. If Labour wins on Thursday nothing will change.

"Unlike others, I have gone on record stating that I will never stand anywhere else for Parliament. I was born in Rochdale, got married in Rochdale, raised my children in Rochdale and just like a stick of Blackpool Rock, Rochdale runs through me. That's why I got involved in politics. I want to give back to the town that has done so much for me.

"If elected, I will continue to fight against building on our precious green belt. I will fight for more police and end the scandal that over 100,000 crimes were not investigated last year by Greater Manchester Police. I will continue to work to improve public transport and spearhead an arts-based revival of Rochdale Town Centre.

"I will be an MP you can be proud of. If you want change - only I can deliver it. Let's make today a fresh start for Rochdale."