The Times Series has asked each parliamentary candidate to list five reasons why they should become an MP at the General Election on May 7.

Here Labour candidate for Chipping Barnet Amy Trevethan explains why you should vote for her.

1. Chipping Barnet has always been my home. Attending Foulds and QE Girls’ made me value the rich diversity of our community. I understand the concerns of local residents, such as the cost of living, and the need for school places. I am particularly aware of the pressures on families trying to care for elderly relatives whilst supporting working age children to make their own way in the world.

2. I was brought up to believe that if you see an injustice, you do something to right it. If you see someone in need, you help. I believe we have a collective responsibility to promote the common good. These are my values and why I became involved in politics. They are the values I will refer to as your MP, and they are why I’m determined to put social justice back at the centre of debate.

3. As a local councillor, I regularly talk to families who struggle to get by. They weren’t responsible for the banking crash of 2007-2008, but they are being punished for it with drastic cuts to services, low pay and job insecurity. I believe it doesn't have to be this way. Labour will invest in affordable and social housing, and tackle run-away energy and rail costs.

4. Labour will stop the Tories’ sell off of our NHS. We will guarantee GP appointments within 48 hours. Our plans to integrate health and social care, and to ensure a single point of contact for care needs, will massively improve families’ experiences of the care system.

5. I care about investing in education for future generations. Only Labour will protect the entire education budget, from the early years to 19. We will end the Tories’ ban on local authorities opening their own schools to meet demand, ensure that all children study English and maths until 18, and improve careers advice, work experience and technical training.