Many people ask "what's the point of voting?" Well, this coming Thursday it's about who will speak up for our community in the council chamber when decisions are made.

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In Aylesford North and Walderslade you have a choice between three experienced and hard working Conservatives and three Labour candidates. And a solitary Liberal Democrat candidate who lives in Larkfield.

Over many years, under Conservative and Labour, powers have been taken away from local government. But we can still make a difference. Just scroll through this Facebook page to see some of the things we have achieved recently.

Michael Base, Des Keers and Andrew Kennedy all have different priorities which led to them standing for public service.

* Michael is passionate about cutting waste and unnecessary local government spending, ensuring tax payers receive value for money.

* Des, as a retired Chief Superintendent in Kent Police, focuses on crime and community safety.

* Andrew's commitment is to local communities and devolving power and decision-making to the people whose lives are affected.

Together, they are a great team for the communities of Aylesford Village, Walderslade, Eccles, Blue Bell Hill on Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council