Let's Get Cracking on Folca
What’s really exciting is this is not just a plan for use from 2028, but that it's a real start on this project in a few weeks time.
13 Feb 2026
Call-in Request for Executive Decision 25/00104 - Future of Library provision in Folkestone town centre
"The decision should not proceed without further scrutiny, more complete information provided, and renewed efforts to explore viable alternatives that align with both community priorities and the Council’s financial responsibilities."
9 Feb 2026
March 2025: Reform Said They Would Cut Kent Taxes. February 2026: Reform Raise Kent Taxes.
Lib Dem Kent Deputy Leader Richard Streatfeild explains the 2026 Kent Reform budget of broken promises.
9 Feb 2026
Support Children and our Roads, not Political Advisors
Kent Lib Dems have submitted amendments to the budget moving money away from political advisers and senior councillors and into educational support for children with special needs, fixing potholes and transport costs for young people in further education.
9 Feb 2026
Council Tax Reduction Scheme supporting those who need it most
An improved council tax reduction scheme which will further help working age, low-income households will come into effect in April.
9 Feb 2026
82.5% of Respondents back Radnor Cliff CPZ Changes
By over 4 to 1, residents in Radnor Cliff and Radnor Cliff Crescent responding to a survey have supported proposed changes to parking restrictions in the area.
5 Feb 2026
Have Your Say on Local Government Reorganisation
Government ministers have today (Thursday 5 February) launched a consultation on the future number of councils in Kent and Medway and the areas they should cover.
5 Feb 2026
62-68 Sandgate High Street Refusal Decision Appealed
Folkestone & Hythe District Council write to inform you that the following case has been appealed: 25/1410/FH (62-68 SANDGATE HIGH STREET, SANDGATE, FOLKESTONE, CT20 3AR)
5 Feb 2026
Reporting Back
Folkestone & Hythe District Council Monthly Update: February 2026
A monthly bulletin from F&HDC. This month: Swimming, Leas Stabilisation works, Greatstone Coastal Opportunity, Shaping Economic Growth, Folkestone Generation, Folca, Net Zero and Volunteer Awards.
5 Feb 2026
National News
Local Government
Local Government Finance Emergency
After years of neglect, our local councils are in financial survival mode. The Liberal Democrats are calling on the Government to move past emergency bailouts and deliver a sustainable future for local government.
ZF
by Zöe Franklin
15 Mar 2026
International Affairs
Trump and the Wider World
The international stage has been shaken by a series of reckless and illegal actions from Donald Trump’s White House. Liberal Democrat members have passed a new motion to bolster our national defence and strengthen our alliances with reliable partners.
CM
15 Mar 2026
Children & Families
A digital world fit for the next generation
For too long, tech giants have treated children as data to be mined, using addictive algorithms and harmful content to keep them scrolling. While some are calling for blanket bans, we know these are impractical and risk isolating vulnerable groups.
VC
15 Mar 2026
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