
John Falkenstein
Reform UK Campaigner
.John has dedicated his career to serving communities and advocating for meaningful change. With a background in law, youth work, and local governance, he has spent decades working to improve lives across North Tyneside.
In the 1980s, John managed welfare rights services in the borough, ensuring vulnerable residents had access to essential support. Following the Meadowell riots, he played a key role in establishing training and apprenticeship programs for young people, helping them build brighter futures. His leadership as Chairman of the North Tyneside Motor Project, now Northumbria Youth Action has provided hundreds of apprenticeships to local youth.
During the 1990s, John advised North Tyneside Council on housing, poverty, and crime policy before transitioning into a successful legal career as a barrister specializing in employment, discrimination, and local government law. His deep understanding of council operations and financial management has positioned him as a strong advocate for reform.
As a Reform UK campaigner, John is committed to transparency, accountability, and sound financial management. He believes in cutting wasteful spending, prioritizing essential services, and ensuring local government works for the people—not political interests. His vision for North Tyneside is one of responsible leadership, economic stability, and a council that truly serves its residents.

"As your Reform UK representative, I pledge to uphold transparency in all council affairs, cut wasteful spending, and ensure that public funds are used responsibly. I will fight for open governance, where residents have a direct voice in shaping their community. Together, we will build a council that serves the people, not political interests." John Falkenstein
