Charles Simkins was elected in 2013 as Kent Count Councillor for Ashford Rural West Division.

I have represented Tenterden at Kent County Council since 2001. I have been very pleased during this time to work with Parish Councils and local Groups to tackle many of the issues which affect people’s lives.

I am pleased to be the Conservative County Councillor for Ashford Central. I have lived in Ashford for over 40 years so understand the area very well. By becoming a County Councillor as well as a Borough Councillor, I will ensure what you want to happen in Ashford Central is delivered.

I have been a borough councillor at Ashford for the past 10 years, representing a rural ward and working closely with parish councils to protect villages from unsuitable development whilst at the same time endeavouring to keep our rural communities thriving and sustainable.