Luke Evans is a dedicated family man, passionate educator, and committed environmentalist with over 20 years of experience in education.

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Known for his love of the outdoors, Luke has spent years championing environmental causes and community projects that make a lasting difference.

He was a proud member of the steering committee for Dane Valley Woods, the founder of Thanet Community Forest School CIO, and the driving force behind the Isle of Thanet Trees and Woods Initiative (ITTWI), the largest tree-planting project in Thanet’s history.

His conservation efforts have transformed local green spaces, and he is eager to continue this vital work if elected as a Councillor. Luke’s campaign is driven by a deep sense of responsibility to his community. After witnessing a tragic accident on Canterbury Road in January, he has made it his main election pledge to fight for a speed reduction and improvements to the traffic light system to ensure the safety of all road users. His first-hand experience has fuelled his determination to create safer streets for future generations.

Honest, trustworthy, and solutions-focused, Luke brings a positive, can-do attitude to every challenge. If elected, he pledges to work tirelessly for the community, combining his passion for environmental protection with practical action to improve local infrastructure and quality of life. Luke Evans is a leader who listens, acts, and delivers.