There's no money left - but I'll put social justice first
My Labour predecessor, Liam Byrne, left me a note saying 'Dear Chief Secretary, There's no money left.' He may claim this is joke, but sadly it is all too true.
DLMPCST
18 May 2010
Sandgate Bathing Water Quality - test results now available
Sandgate's beach is tested regularly over the peak season months for the quality of the bathing water. The results of those tests can now be seen by visiting the link below.
17 May 2010
New Plans for Folkestone Seafront
The Mayor attended the opening of the exhibition at Quarterhouse, Folkestone, to explain the new outline proposals for the development of the Folkestone Seafront owned by Roger De Haan, presented by Sir Terry Farrell
FMTMN
17 May 2010
Lydd Civic Reception
The Folkestone Mayor and Mayoress attended the Civic Reception to welcome the new Mayor of Lydd. The historic venue, with displays from the museum, was a fitting venue for the celebration following the appointment of Rochelle as Mayor of Lydd.
FMTMN
17 May 2010
Sandgate's Open Gardens
On Sunday 13th June from 2 to 5 pm, 7 gardens across Sandgate will be opened to the public in aid of the Chichester Memorial Hall Restoration Fund.
16 May 2010
Folkestone Seafront Development Consultation
A series of presentations and opportunities to have your say on a new approach to the development of Folkestone Seafront are to be held at the Quarterhouse in Folkestone.
16 May 2010
Sandgate Martello Towers Planning Consultation and Presentation
The proposals for the development of around 13 acres of land fronting Military Road in Sandgate, and stretching along the escarpment to Brewers Hill, also containing Martello Towers 6 & 7 will be on display in Sandgate Library from 6pm until 8pm on Thursday 20th May.
16 May 2010
Maiti Nepal: Campaign to stop sex trafficking of Nepalese children
At a busy meeting at the Hawkinge Community Centre, the inspiring Chairperson of Nepalese Charity Maiti Nepal, Anuradha Koirala, explained their work and opened our eyes and our hearts to the terrible situation in Nepal where children are exploited for sex. She helped those present to understand some of the issues and difficulties.
FMTMN
15 May 2010
Sandgate Farmers Market - this Saturday 15th May
This week's stallholders include:
14 May 2010
National News
Children & Families
A digital world fit for the next generation
For too long, tech giants have treated children as data to be mined, using addictive algorithms and harmful content to keep them scrolling. While some are calling for blanket bans, we know these are impractical and risk isolating vulnerable groups.
VC
15 Mar 2026
Defence
Britain’s nuclear deterrent depends on Trump. It’s time to change that
If the answer to “Is our nuclear deterrent working?” depends on what Donald Trump had for breakfast, then the answer is no, it’s not. And our deterrent is not truly independent.
ED
14 Mar 2026
Mental Health
Whole-Person Mental Health: Care, Choice, Community, and Combatting Populism
The UK is facing a mental health emergency. Liberal Democrats have a proud record of pushing Britain’s mental health services forward. Now we are offering the bold solutions we need to fight the crisis unfolding in our communities.
DC
14 Mar 2026
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