East Kent and the EES [Entry Exit Scheme]
The Entry Exit Scheme (EES) at Dover Port and the Channel Tunnel will be implemented from the 12th October 2025.
5 Sep 2025
District-wide Improvements to Local Bus Shelters
Bus shelters across the district are undergoing an upgrade with better protection, improved seating, reinforced windows and digital screens.
3 Sep 2025
Reporting Back
Folkestone & Hythe District Council Monthly Update: September 2025
A monthly bulletin from F&HDC. This month: Emergency Alerts, Planning Code, Baton of Hope, Annual Canvass, Local government reorganisation, Council Leader’s Cycle Ride and Council Tax Reduction Scheme Consultation.
2 Sep 2025
Reporting Back
Tim Prater Reporting Back from KCC: August 2025
The August 2025 monthly update from Tim Prater as County Councillor for Cheriton, Sandgate and Hythe East.
31 Aug 2025
"Reforming Kent's Roads" is simply Recycling Conservative Budgets
A press release arrives from KCC, lauding the new administration for “Reforming Kent's Roads”. Except it is doing nothing of the kind.
5 Aug 2025
Kent Libraries launch Summer Reading Challenge 2025 with fun-filled activities across the county
Kent Libraries has launched the annual Summer Reading Challenge 2025 inviting children aged four to 11 to grow their love of reading with this year’s Story Garden theme.
5 Aug 2025
Folkestone, Sandgate and Hythe Coastal Flood Defence Work Funding Secured
Folkestone & Hythe District Council’s successful bid for £2.35m of Environment Agency funding means shingle between Fisherman’s Beach and Folkestone Harbour will be recycled and regraded biannually for the next five years.
4 Aug 2025
Reporting Back
Folkestone & Hythe District Council Monthly Update: August 2025
A monthly bulletin from F&HDC. This month: Coastal destination project, The Romney Marsh Visitor Centre, Solar Farm proposals, Princes Parade, Asian hornets, Rural Grants, Dog PSPO, Folca, Folkestone - A Brighter Future & consultations.
1 Aug 2025
Reporting Back
Tim Prater Reporting Back from KCC: July 2025
The July 2025 monthly update from Tim Prater as County Councillor for Cheriton, Sandgate and Hythe East.
31 Jul 2025
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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