
He might not look it, but Tim Prater was delighted to hear Saga is returning to their Sandgate Enbrook Park HQ.

Tim Prater explains why he's standing for the most marginal County Council seat in Kent: Cheriton, Sandgate and Hythe East.

We need a new way of lending
The high street banks have never really been a suitable source of loans for those with limited assets or income - their basic idea seems to be that you can only borrow from them if you can afford not to do so. The principal alternative that grew up historically for those in need who could not meet the strict lending criteria of the banks was loan sharks and unregulated lending. Other than credit unions, of which more later.

Take Pride 2015
On Saturday 1st August the biggest party in the South East region takes place in Brighton!
Sandgate Military Road Rec Family Fun Day
This Sunday 2nd August sees the Sandgate Rec Family Fun Day from 11am - 5pm: come along!

Beware the ‘Microsoft Phone Scam’
With the release of Windows 10, the scam known as the 'Microsoft phone scam' is likely to rear its ugly head again.

Farron: Resolve the Calais Crisis with Hope Not Fences
Commenting on the situation in Calais, Liberal Democrat Leader Tim Farron MP said:
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Overtaking the Conservatives
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Vote Liberal Democrat Today
Every vote for the Liberal Democrats counts. It's a vote to elect a strong local champion, who will fight for a fair deal for you and your community.

Ending Trump’s terrible trade war
We have to stand tough against Trump’s tariffs

Taking on Trump & Farage – and fixing church roofs
Leader's Speech to Spring Conference 2025

Animal Welfare in the Food System
The Liberal Democrat plan commits to making the UK a global leader in animal welfare through stronger standards, workforce investment, and ethical farming practices.

Taking on Trump
Only the Liberal Democrats will stand up to Trump, invest in the UK’s security, support Ukraine, hold back Russia, deepen our ties with European and commonwealth partners, and stand up for liberal, British values.

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