A Record of Action. A Challenge to Others.
Everywhere I go I hear "You're all the same, say you're going to do something, get elected and do something different."
LBLDPCFH
Meet the candidates and have your say!
With the General Election in just nine weeks, Lynne Beaumont and the other candidates for the role of your local representative in Westminster will be going head to head in a number of hustings events across the area.
5 Mar 2015
Who IS that man?
In a local survey, just 30% of people could recognise Folkestone and Hythe's current MP.
4 Mar 2015
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
National News
Environment & Nature
Britain’s Wildfire Crisis
Following the UK's hottest summer on record, escalating heatwaves and severe droughts have triggered catastrophic blazes across the country, damaging delicate ecosystems and destroying homes.
PH
21 Sep 2026
LGBTQ+
Restoring Trans Rights
The Liberal Democrats will continue to stand in solidarity with trans and non-binary communities, defending equal rights, personal dignity and safety for all.
MG
21 Sep 2026
Women
Stopping Violence Against Women and Girls
The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to hold tech companies accountable, equip the police with the right powers, and build a digital world where women and girls can live safely and without fear.
MG
21 Sep 2026
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