THANK YOU EVERYONE
After two and a half years of good old fashioned hard work and positive campaigning we have seen-off a particularly unpleasant challenge in the fight to retain Ann Widdecombe's seat, taking 48% of the vote.
I want to send out my sincere thanks to everyone who voted for me, and to everyone who has helped and supported me in this general election campaign.
I am delighted too that we have retained control of Maidstone Borough Council.
Thank you all once again. With very best wishes