Hello, my name is Rob Yates, I live in Margate and work in Ramsgate for an offshore wind farm.

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I am passionate about solving real local issues, like the sewage released on our beaches, landlords who are failing our neighbours, rubbish on our streets, and the lack of jobs locally. As a business-friendly councillor, I hope to continue to serve the residents and businesses of Margate Central in order to protect what makes Margate so special and attract further sustainable investment into the town. I am a keen environmentalist and proposed the 2030 climate emergency motion at Thanet District Council. However, more can be done. In Australia for example, there are incentives for solar panel installation on low-income renters’ homes, the residents who most need the reduction in their bills, and I would like to investigate this further if elected.

I am proud to serve the residents of Margate Central and it would be my honour to continue to do so, ensuring Margate residents get the attention I know they deserve.