Your Councillors – Kents Hill & Monkston Parish Council

If you have a question, an issue you wish to raise, a bright idea that might improve the town or simply want to find out more about what your Parish Council is doing, please talk to us.

The Council is made up of 11 members, 5 for Monkston & Kingston ward, 4 for Kents Hill & Brinklow ward, and 2 for Monkston Park ward. The current councillors and their roles are listed below.

Council members are required to operate within a Code of Conduct and as part of this, all Parish Councillors are required to complete a Register of Interests. You can look up the interests for each councillor here.

Please contact one of the listed Councillors below for further details.

Ashish Patel (Chairman)

Monkston & Kingston ward

Email: ashish.patel@kentshill-monkston-pc.org.uk

Taimyr Boungou-Pouaty (Vice-Chairman)

Monkston & Kingston ward

Email: taimyr.boungou-pouaty@kentshill-monkston-pc.org.uk

Laurent Veignal

Monkston Park ward

Email: laurent.viegnal@kentshill-monkston-pc.org.uk

Vikas Chandra

Kents Hill & Brinklow ward

Email: vikas.chandra@kentshill-monkston-pc.org.uk

Anthony Wong

Kents Hill & Brinklow ward

Email: KaiChiu.Wong@kentshill-monkston-pc.org.uk

Michaela Hippey (Allotment Officer)

Monkston Park ward

I am a dedicated and long-standing resident of Monkston Park, having lived here since 2005 when our home was first built. I bring a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to our community. My journey with the Parish Council began several years ago, though I had to step back temporarily due to the demands of work and family life. Now, I am excited to return and contribute once again to the betterment of our parish. In my professional life, my husband and I own and run a local accountancy practice, which I have successfully managed for the past 16 years. This role has allowed me to stay closely connected with many local businesses and residents, fostering a strong sense of community. Beyond my professional commitments, I am passionate about volunteering. I serve as a community first responder for the local ambulance service, providing critical support in emergencies. Additionally, I volunteer with Guide Dogs as a breeding dog holder, where my family and I have the joy of raising future guide dogs. My past involvement in local community centres and playgroups has been a rewarding experience, and I am eager to extend my love for the outdoors through my work on the Parish Council. I am particularly interested in enhancing our outdoor spaces, improving local services, and fostering a sense of togetherness within our community. My family and I have two children who are now teenagers/young adults, and we cherish our time together in Monkston Park. In my spare time, I enjoy swimming and walking my dogs, activities that keep me grounded and connected to the beautiful surroundings of our parish. I look forward to working with you all to make Monkston Park an even better place to live. Email: Michaela.hippey@kentshillmonkston-pc.org.uk