Who IS that man?
In a local survey, just 30% of people could recognise Folkestone and Hythe's current MP.
4 Mar 2015
Folkestone and Hythe News
Nick Clegg faces questions on tuition fees and the compromises made in a coalition government
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3 Feb 2015
Making Coalition Work
"I have to say we have been very lucky to have had the Liberal Democrats in government; cutting income tax for the lowest paid, marriage equality, defending the Human Rights Act against those in the Conservatives who would wish to repeal the Act, free school meals for primary school children, trying to reform our tired old political system by having a referendum on the electoral system and attempting to reform the House of Lords and finally arguing to remain as part of the European Union in the face of an increasingly Eurosceptic, right wing Conservative Party."
26 Jan 2015
Solving Operation Stack
The chaos of the last 6 days on the roads around South East Kent has been horrendous for all concerned. People stuck in traffic chaos for hours at a time. Journeys that usually take half an hour taking longer than three.
LBLDPCFH
23 Jan 2015
Making a Difference: One Alley At a Time
Mr Piddock, who has lived in Folkestone all his life, and lives in Cheriton, has been suffering some mobility problems.
22 Jan 2015
Funeral arrangements for Roy Bryan
The funeral of long term Lib Dem Party stalwart Roy Bryan will be held at Barham Crematorium on Thursday 5th February at 2.40pm, followed by a remembrance service at Lyminge Methodist Church at 3.30pm.
19 Jan 2015
Our Condolences to the family and friends of Sheila Davies and Roy Bryan
Shepway Liberal Democrats would like to extend our sincere condolences to the friends and family of Sheila Davies and Roy Bryan, both of whom passed away recently.
16 Jan 2015
Sandgate Farmers Markets for 2015
This Saturday sees the first Sandgate Farmers' Market of 2015 - we really hope to see you there.
16 Jan 2015
Are YOU Registered to vote?
If you want to vote in the General Election and / or Local Elections on 7th May 2015, you must register to vote. It is not automatic.
9 Jan 2015
Sandgate Parish Council and Library Christmas Opening Hours
The offices of Sandgate Parish Council will be closed from 1pm today, 23rd December 2014, and will reopen on Friday 2nd January 2015, at 9am.
AOGTSPC
23 Dec 2014
Liberal Democrats publish 10-Point Plan, calling for a referendum on Manston Airport's future
In response to the chaos at Thanet District Council reported by local media this week, the two Liberal Democrat Prospective Parliamentary Candidates for North and South Thanet - George Cunningham and Russ Timpson - launched a ten point plan today to put the future of Manston Airport on much more solid footing.
22 Dec 2014
£250m deal will help safeguard our post offices
A crucial lifeline has been thrown to post offices in East Kent thanks to a major Government contract. The deal, unveiled by Liberal Democrat pensions minister Steve Webb, offers support to disabled people and the elderly while also helping to protect the future of the post office network.
19 Dec 2014