Out of Touch, Out of Control
The Folkestone Herald reports this week that retailers in Folkestone Town Centre are reporting a huge drop in takings since new on-street parking charges were introduced last month.
18 Oct 2012
Saving K College - How YOU can help
Once again, our area is threatened by losing a vital service to our community. I was contacted by staff at K College to help...
LBSKC
15 Oct 2012
Another Fine Mess...
Lynne Beaumont has slammed the new littering warden system as hitting the wrong targets.
12 Oct 2012
Nuclear Dump Consultation Cost Taxpayers THOUSANDS
Conservative Shepway Council's consultation on building a Nuclear Dump has cost all over £40,000.
12 Oct 2012
Flashback: Campaigning to Keep Folkestone Post Office Open in 2004
2004: Lynne Beaumont and Shepway Lib Dems campaign against the proposed closure of Folkestone Post Office. The Post Office refused to listen, and under the last Labour Government closed the office and moved instead into cramped facilities in WH Smith's.
10 Oct 2012
Lynne Beaumont to fight for Folkestone and Shepway in Folkestone Park by-elections
Strong local campaigner Lynne Beaumont will be fighting to win seats on Folkestone and Shepway Councils in two forthcoming by-elections.
9 Oct 2012
We miss Lynne
SHEPWAY council are doing a grand job aren't they? Very soon we will be free of pesky outsiders blocking our streets with their cars, and staying at our hotels, and what about all those who use our shops? We can do without them, who wants their money anyway.
ME
9 Oct 2012
NM
8 Oct 2012
Update on FREE Sandgate Wireless Broadband
Following extensive testing I am now confident that the broadband signals in zones 1 and 2 are working well. If you have registered with CommunityUK in the past or wish to register for free broadband now could you do so?
DCSCT
8 Oct 2012
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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
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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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