Raised in Kenilworth, Richard Spencer has lived in the town for the majority of his life, aside from his studies at the University of Stirling as a mature student in the 1990’s, and a brief relocation to reside in New Zealand.

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Mr Spencer is a father to two children who both attend Kenilworth School, and he has spent most of his professional life working in the automotive industry.

"I am keen to become involved with the improvement of our town centre, to work with residents to attempt to harmonise pedestrian, cycles and vehicle use of Warwick Road, enhancing both safety and shopping experience in the town."

Mr Spencer has also said that he is committed to continuing the work of the retiring Cllr Alan Cockburn, in funding the planting of trees across the town.

"I’ve realised that it is all too easy to criticise or moan and groan about things which happen in the town and point the figure of blame.

"Hence when the opportunity came about to stand and hopefully represent St John’s Ward for the Conservative Party, I figured why not?"