Putting Hartlepool First believe that local issues should be decided locally in Hartlepool Council Chamber without being influenced by regional or national party policies or interests.
Putting Hartlepool First Councillors, both collectively and individually, agree to safeguard the interests of all residents and tax payers, promote just, efficient and effective local government and encourage the electorate and business community to take an interest in local affairs without being influenced by party political dogma.
Putting Hartlepool First believe that Council Tax increases should be as close to zero as possible until Hartlepool Council Tax is lower than the average level in England and Wales.
Putting Hartlepool First Councillors are members of a party with a group identity and are recognised under the Constitution of Hartlepool Borough Council ensuring full participation and representation within Hartlepool Council.