What do you think the chances of an independent being elected to Westminster are?

[Kit Fang]

Firstly, it depends where you stand. Obviously, in a predominantly Labour or Tory seat, you haven't got a hope in hell. In a marginal seat, for example, you are more likely to get a lot of votes, especially if there is a specific local issue you campaign on, that perhaps others are ignoring. Given the recent expenses scandal and so on, independents are likely to be given a lot more thought by voters than in previous elections, so you have more of a chance because of that, as well.

I think two independents were elected at the last election, so it's certainly not impossible. Just get out there, talk to people, explain the benefits of an independent candidate (someone who represents them rather than just follows the party line etc.) and promise to bring up issues that effect the local area/national issues people are angry about like corruption, the EU, etc.

The chances are not huge, but have increased on recent years. Good luck.