Watch the full Local Focus interview for Priest's views on the region's biggest issues, and our less important quickfire questions.
A recent health crisis motivated Kim Priest to put her name forward as a candidate in the upcoming Hastings District Council elections.
Two and a half years ago, when she worked in Cranford Hospice Hastings store, she was diagnosed with a brain tumour which shifted her priorities overnight.
"It changed my life completely. I was no longer able to work and cannot drive from this point on. My husband and I were talking about it and we decided that there are a lot of services that are out there, but we don't seem to be able to know how to get in touch with them."
Priest embarked on a journey to help others in a similar position to herself. And if she makes it on to council, she has some clear areas of focus.
