General Update

Good Morning Residents,

Thank you to everyone who attended my recent surgeries at the Southborough Civic Centre in December. It was a pleasure to meet so many of you and hear your thoughts on local issues.

I’m pleased to announce two more “Meet and Greet” surgeries in February 2026:

These sessions are a great opportunity to speak with me about any concerns or issues affecting our community.

Recently, I’ve been working closely with the council to address reports of anti-social behaviour between neighbours. If you’re experiencing similar issues, please visit the following link for helpful advice:
https://www.kent.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/asb/asb/antisocial-behaviour/disputes-with-neighbours/ 

I’ve also been focusing on tackling shoplifting, which has had a significant impact on small businesses in Southborough and St Johns. Progress is being made, and I hope to share positive updates soon regarding offenders being identified and dealt with.

With Christmas now over I also wanted to remind everyone to take extra precautions to keep your homes and belongings safe. Unfortunately, burglaries can increase at this time of year as homes are often filled with gifts and valuables.

Here are some simple steps you can take to reduce the risk:

https://www.kent.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/ 

Thank you for your continued support, and I look forward to seeing you at one of the upcoming surgeries and I wish you all a happy 2026!