Stephen Bates, Conservative Westminster candidate for Newcastle North believes "it is important that we stay on the right tracks for economic recovery in the North East and prepare ourselves for take off, rather than start again and risk coming off the rails under a Labour-led coalition. That is why I am asking for all reasonably minded centrist voters in Newcastle North to come on board and back me as the only viable alternative to Labour in Newcastle North this time around. If everyone in the political centre in Newcastle North gets behind me as a fresh, progressive, modern conservative voice, then together we can oust the Left from power in Newcastle North on May 7th. Read more about my compassionate Conservative views in my election leaflet, recently sent to your home, or visit my website www.stephenbates.org.uk, #ivotebates