
End overpriced school uniforms – Laws
Liberal Democrat Schools Minister David Laws is to revamp guidance on school uniforms to help schools cut costs for parents.

Kent Trading Standards Warning: Fake Sky Technical Support Calls
Kent Trading Standards are warning of a call where an existing customer of Sky has received a fake call from a person claiming to be from "Sky Technical Support".

Government Consultation on Permitted Development Rights
The Department for Communities and Local Government (crazy name, crazy guys) are consulting on proposals "intended to support the Government's priorities for making better use of existing buildings, supporting the high street and rural communities, providing new housing, developing more free schools and contributing to the provision of child care for working families".
Kent Police Update August 2013 - Sandgate, Cheriton and Morehall
This is the update for the month of August 2013 for Cheriton, Sandgate and the surrounding areas.

Flooding and Insurance: A Guide
In the light of the torrential rains we've seen at times recently (and any more to come), local residents may find it useful to have more information on what to do in the event of being caught up in flooding and needing to claim on their insurance cover.
National News

Windrush Day 2025
77 years ago today, the HMT Empire Windrush docked in Essex - marking the beginning of the Windrush generation’s arrival here in the UK.

Pride Month 2025
So we will keep fighting - until we can finally build a society where everyone is free to be who they are.

International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
My message to the UK’s LGBTQ+ community is clear - I support you. I stand with you.

Standing Up to Divisive Politics
In the face of divisive and destructive politics, it is more important than ever that the Liberal Democrats continue to offer a liberal alternative.

Overtaking the Conservatives
Local Election Results Briefing: Our best ever winning streak

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