William Benson

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A very different vista from the Town Hall these days!

Early to mid afternoon hopefully!

Off to the election count. Here’s a picture from my rounds yesterday of what has to be one of the loveliest views from a polling station up on Bidborough Ridge…

Great to be at the launch of the West Kent Expo (westkentbusiness.com/expo25/) Over 500 businesses from across the area attending and 60 exhibitors. Really great conversations and lots of energy and enthusiasm in the room!

I couldn’t stop smiling at the official opening of the Town Hall Co-working space and cafe by Town Square. It looks fantastic, has amazing energy and it was great to hear the stories of some local businesses and fellow occupants of the building.

Wayhay - I was hoping this would happen! It’s also a good nudge for me to get a bit more active!

When Ipsos actually asked the 'Yes, Minister' questions regarding National Service...

I've made a starter pack of all the UK think tanks I could find on bluesky so far, and staff working at them. If I'm missing any organisation/any one please do comment below so I can add in 😊

go.bsky.app/Geu9Jd8

The Assembly Hall is looking great for tonight’s ‘Love where we live’ awards which celebrate some of the fantastic individuals and organisations that make the Borough such a great place to live and work.

One of my favourite meetings! A walking meeting with Gemma & Dan from the Commons Conservators. Also joined by Insp Mayers from the Community Safety Unit. Always impressed by their amazing work (along with all the fab volunteers) & the work the Police are putting in to tackling antisocial behaviour.