Meet Our Council Staff
Deborah Prior
Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer
Mobile: 07928 824 482
I was appointed as Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer in December 2019, fully taking on the role from February and successfully completing the Introduction to Local Council Administration certification in April.
I’m passionate about helping to give residents a stronger voice, and supporting the Council’s development.
Kathy Bugden
Assistant Clerk
I was appointed in November 2024.
I have over 20 years' experience of working with parish councils, community groups and residents in communities across Kent to help address disadvantage and improve quality of life and I am looking forward to supporting the Clerk, Council and residents of Kennington, in my role.