Another busy week!

In the last week, I’ve had some amazing opportunities as part as my civic Mayoral role to engage with the Kentish community and foster local spirit.

On Tuesday, it was my pleasure to attend the Summer Reception organised by the Army Benevolent trust in Rolvenden. There were some brilliant showcases of military prowess and excellence, in particular the Beating the Retreat Ceremony performed by the Band of the Brigade of Gurkhas. This event united our local community deeply in the name of military service and provided ample togetherness, much needed in the times of turbulent change of which we are currently facing.

Perhaps the highlight of the week was on Wednesday, my Mayoral Garden party. It was a splendid event at a new location: Allington Castle, which was absolutely stunning and provided the perfect backdrop for such a special event. Delicious Food and even better people made for a truly amazing event with laughs and meaningful conversation galore and reminded me of why I wanted to become Mayor in the first place: To bring together the community. Thank you to all those that attended this spectacular event, including various Mayors and Councillors, your presence was beyond invaluable!

Wednesday was certainly a busy day for me and after returning from the Garden Party I attended the Headcorn Parish Full Council meeting. Various matters were discussed and community issues were raised and as always, the Council did an excellent job at addressing these concerns and questions and they truly make me proud to live and serve for Headcorn.

Lastly, this week I have also had the pleasure of hosting a work experience pupil, interested in going into Politics, to shadow me and discuss local, national and international matters with. It has been an eye-opening opportunity to see the political sphere from a young person’s perspective and reminds me of the importance of young people's participation in politics and how this must never be taken for granted.

An excellent week of championing community values and exploring valuable relationships, both old and new!