Polly Billington recently attended a community iftar at the mosque in Margate, where she received a warm welcome and shared a meal with members of the local community. The event brought together regular attendees of the mosque alongside people of other faiths, reflecting the strong spirit of connection and mutual understanding that exists across East Thanet.
During the visit, Polly spoke with a range of local residents, including people who work in local schools, shops and the NHS. She highlighted the evening as a powerful example of how communities in Thanet come together, celebrating shared values while respecting different traditions. Polly also noted that events like this demonstrate the kind of community spirit that the Isle of Culture bid aims to celebrate and strengthen.