We asked West Worcestershire's candidates the following questions about issues which affect the lives of everyone in the constituency.

- The constituency's rural economy has suffered from foot-and-mouth. How would you as an MP help to regenerate the tourist as well as farming sectors?

- Most DERA staff will transfer to the public-private partnership QinetiQ in July. What will you do to ensure the well-being of staff in Malvern?

- Worcestershire consistently ranks very low in education league tables for funding. What would you do personally to alter the situation?

- How will you ensure your constituents get the treatment they deserve at Worcester's new hospital?

- Pershore suffers from traffic congestion. What are your strategies for improving the situation?