About me: Councillor Jay Kramer

I was first elected councillor for Hastings – Old Hastings & Tressell following a by-election in 1998 and I am now in my third term. I have been living in Sussex since 1991.

My division faces several problems – the shortage of adequate housing, the poor provision for young people, the lack of open and recreational spaces and a number of highways issues.

But how did I get here?

I am a qualified youth and community worker. I spent 13 years running youth projects in inner London. I also worked as a South East regional officer for Unison for seven years.

My community

I think the Ore Valley Forum is a very effective organisation. I am also proud to be the chair of The Bridge (formerly the Priory Neighbourhood Centre).

As a councillor, I am proud to have been part of the campaign to prevent the Playlink service from being cut by the Council.

I am privileged to have chaired the Scrutiny Review of Citizenship in Schools which recommended producing a video to combat racism in East Sussex. There is now a video and DVD called ‘One of Us’ available along with a teaching pack.

Find out about my politics and how I represent the people of Hastings - Old Hastings & Tressell