9. 250-1: Andy Hagon (Liberal Democrats)
The Hartlepool-born school teacher stood for the Liberal Democrats in Hartlepool at the 2017 and 2019 General Elections and says: "I truly understand the frustration of all Hartlepudlians who want more change and opportunities in their local community." Photo: UGC
10. 250-1: Ralph Ward-Jackson (Independent)
Mr Ward-Jackson, a great nephew of Hartlepool politician Ralph Ward-Jackson, says: “Without safe streets and basic infrastructure, companies will simply not invest in Hartlepool, and much-needed jobs will not be created, which surely must be the number one priority.” Photo: UGC
11. 200-1: Adam Gaines (Independent)
Mr Gaines, who owns Rosie's pub, on Hartlepool Marina, says: “I’ve pledged to give at least half the MP salary to food banks to help support them because I know they are struggling with the increased demand.” Photo: FRANK REID 2020
12. 200-1: Samantha Lee (Independent)
Hartlepool-born Miss Lee, a former sports journalist at the Hartlepool Mail who went on to start her own PR firm, says: “Right now, there’s industry growing all around us and we are missing out because no one is standing up for us." Photo: Submitted