Jim Bates was the vicar of Kingston Parish Church, opposite John Lewis in Kingston.
Last night a farewell was held for him at which a couple of hundred people turned up. The Mayor came as well.
Jim has been a fine vicar of Kingston. Outspoken at times, upsetting at others, but always keen to express his view in the most recent debates about Kingston and the way the church functions in the centre of our town. I nominated him for, and he received, a Mayor's award for his work for Kingston.
He will be missed by Kingston as the church now moves foreard to select a successor.
Out delivering and canvassing this evening in Grove ward.
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Sorry, never received your earlier question. Yes of course it is going ahead and anyone can turn up.
Sure all parties will be there.
Thanks for mentioning it!
It is also advertised on the website at www.kevindavis.org.uk
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