The United Australia Party has endorsed Andrew Cuthbertson as its lead candidate for the Western Metro region in the Legislative Council for the upcoming Victorian election.

Mr Cuthbertson has been married to wife Joanna for past 23 years. They have two adult daughters. He has more than 30 years expertise in the travel and hospitality industries, the majority of this time as owner-operator of travel agencies including an international tour company.

Mr Cuthbertson currently consults for several travel industry businesses assisting their recovery after two years of non-operation due to the pandemic.

The United Australia Party is running candidates in all Victorian Upper House seats, vowing to deliver freedom to all Victorians.