KMFRA Safety and Wellbeing Plan
The Kent and Medway Fire and Rescue Authority (KMFRA) has published its Safety and Wellbeing Plan for 2018 and is consulting the public on the plan and Council Tax for 2018/19.
7 Nov 2017
Sandgate Esplanade Roadworks: Traffic Lights are coming...
Having asked KCC why there are not currently traffic lights on Sandgate Esplanade whilst roadworks (including installation of a new crossing!) are in progress, they've confirmed they will be in place from Monday 6th November.
3 Nov 2017
Shingle on Sandgate Maintenance Gangway / Coastal path
A number of local residents have mentioned that since Storm Brian, the stretch of the Sandgate beach path from Varne Court to the junction with the Riviera (and the stretch by Coastguard cottages where the path meets Sandgate Explanade) is covered with shingle, making it hazardous for walkers and cyclists.
1 Nov 2017
The Award for Most Prolific Flyposter in Shepway Goes Too...
If a person, or a business, walked down a Shepway street and attached signs to streetlamps and other posts on a regular basis, and didn't take them away again soon afterwards, they could well be prosecuted for flyposting.
1 Nov 2017
In Memory of Mary Done
Shepway Liberal Democrats are heartbroken to hear of the death of long term member, activist and friend Mary Done.
1 Nov 2017
Autumn 2017 Folkestone to Hythe Beach Replenishment Works
Twice a year beach replensighment works take place in the stretch of coast from Folkestone to Hythe, effectively moving the beach back every six months from where the sea and tide have tried to move it! The works are an important part of the sea flood defence works locally, protecting local properties from potential flooding from the sea in particularly high winds and tides.
25 Oct 2017
National News
Islamophobia Awareness Month
November marks Islamophobia Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the experiences of Muslim communities in the UK and to stand with them against prejudice, discrimination and hatred.
6 Nov 2025
Remembering Ming
Ed Davey remembers Ming Campbell in remarks made to the House of Commons
15 Oct 2025
Marie Goldman marks the start of Black History Month 2025
October has arrived, bringing with it Black History Month - a time to celebrate the Black British community and their past, present and future contributions.
MG
1 Oct 2025
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Defending Women’s Rights Across the Globe
Women’s rights around the world are under attack, with authoritarianism on the rise and deep cuts to UK aid undermining decades of progress. Defending women's rights must be a top priority and the UK must act boldly.
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International Affairs
Towards a Ceasefire and Political Resolution in Sudan
Two years of brutal civil war have turned Sudan into one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, with over 30 million people in urgent need of aid. Our new policy calls for UK leadership to end the conflict - standing with the Sudanese people.
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