Attorney General Kim Wilson has been chosen to contest Sandys South Central for the PLP at the next general election.The announcement was made this morning and is the latest in a list of candidate announcements made by both the PLP and the OBA.Senator Wilson will be vying for the seat which will be vacated by MP Walter Lister upon the dissolution of Parliament.In a speech, Ms Wilson said: "I am truly humbled and privileged to stand here this morning as I announce my candidacy for Constituency # 34 Sandys South Central."I also want to thank The Hon. Walter Lister JP.MP for all of his years of dedicated service to the people of Constituency 34 and I can assure him and the people that I am committed to working tirelessly to address their needs."Having married a Somerset man, our home is less than a 5 minute walk from here….We have settled in this area and I am proud to call it our home. My Husband and I are raising our children in the proud traditions that are unique to this community."There are some very endearing qualities about living in Somerset such as the fact that generations of families- including the Simmons family have resided in this area ….. This serves as a testament to the community spirit shared in Somerset."There is a pride in Somerset that is distinctive to this community. Our seniors are its most treasured asset. People look out for one another and are quick to help out a neighbour in need."I chose as the location for my announcement for candidacy- the back drop of Allen Temple AME, the church where my family and I attend."What better place to commence ones…political campaign ---------than to be situated in front of God’s House… in God’s country–"Sandy’s is steeped in history. It has a sporting legacy with the Somerset Trojans football team and every other year it hosts the biggest holiday event in Bermuda - Cup Match. We have even managed to pull out a few victories over our rivals in the East."I was raised with the knowledge and importance of public service. I have been blessed with opportunities to provide my service in many areas."Having served in Government in various capacities- including holding some rather significant Portfolios such as the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry as well as the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, I can say that the experiences I have gained will better equip me to serve the members of constituency 34- Sandy’s South Central I have a proven track record."And when I was appointed as the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, while some may have been daunted – I embraced the opportunity of a new Ministry by shaping it and moulding it and not only ensured that people knew what this key Ministry stood for, but they understood how the Ministry served them."In my capacity as Minister of ETI, I pioneered an unemployment drive - the first of its kind, I took significant steps to educate the populace about the importance of ensuring that international business thrived in our community. I also took steps to better strengthen the relationship between Government, the Unions and Employers."Whilst the Minister of ETI, the One Stop Career Centre inched closer to becoming a tangible reality and I championed the cause of small business entrepreneurs by ensuring that the Bermuda Economic Development Corp. was changing its pace with the changing economic times."I have the knowledge and I have the experience…. I come before you today with a proven track record!!"I have had the opportunity to spend countless hours working for the people of Bermuda in my capacity of Attorney General and Economy Minister. I now want to devote this same kind of passion to the people of Constituency 34."I have canvassed the area relentlessly and I hear your concerns. As a wife, mother and activist, I know intimately the challenges and concerns that our community is facing: Unemployment, the economy.., and crime in the area are all things that I am equipped to tackle."As a Senator and Government Minister, I understand how Government works and I am well positioned to advance your views, ideas and desires to influence policy and decision making- now and in the future."I pledge to serve the community by listening to your concerns, and to communicate and engage in meaningful dialogue for the sole purpose of finding solutions together."I also pledge to be responsible and serve as an agent for you by providing the resources, information and counsel you require from your representative-a representative for all people in Constituency 34."Constituency 34 is a culturally rich community. I am here to serve you and our community in finding creative solutions to our public needs, updating the area in order to bring new prosperity and provide long-term economic stability, and improving the overall quality of life for all Sandy’s residents."I truly believe that together in Sandy’s we can do more, and I welcome your partnership and support."A statement from the PLP said Senator Wilson, having attained a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Illinois, a Master's in Education from Indiana University, and a LLB from London University in the United Kingdom, was admitted to the local bar in 1995.Her legal background includes Criminal and Civil Litigation, Estates Planning, Wills and Probate. The issue of crime, the contributing factors and the impact on our community, has stood in the forefront of her career. She understands the challenges faced by the judicial system having served on the one hand as Defense Counsel and on the other hand as an Acting Magistrate in the lower courts.Having provided legal advice on landlord and tenant matters to the Bermuda Housing Corporation for over ten years, Senator Wilson has a great deal of experience with landlord tenant affairs and has taken a keen interest in the issue of affordable housing. Her interests also extend to research and consideration of local constitutional matters.Senator Wilson has served on a number of Government boards and committees such as the Human Rights Commission, E-commerce Advisory Board, Criminal Injuries Compensation Board and the Board of Governors for CedarBridge Academy.She is a member of the Allen Temple A.M.E. Church and has been active in fund raising for their capital projects and as a Sunday school teacher.