Shepway Council Homes Survey Starts
The results of a survey being carried out across Shepway could play a vital role in helping to secure government funding to improve private homes.
2 Sep 2008
Congratulations to Nick and Miriam!
Shepway Liberal Democrats are delighted to offer our congratulations to Lib Dem Leader Nick Clegg and his wife Miriam Gonzalez Durantez, who have announced that they are expecting their third child in February.
2 Sep 2008
The Incredible Melting Double Yellow Lines!
Local Lib Dem campaigner Gary Fuller has expressed astonishment at Double Yellow lines in Christchurch Road which appear to have melted. The lines, which prevent parking next to Folkestone's Garden of Remembrance, appear to have melted where a part of the road dips. Gary was at a loss to explain how this has occurred.
31 Aug 2008
Challenging Immigration Detention and Surviving Post-release Destitution
A free training day organised by Kent Refugee Help on Saturday 27th September from 11 am - 4 pm. The programme will focus on release on bail from immigration detention, the role of sureties in the immigration courts and ongoing support once people are released from detention.
29 Aug 2008
Cobbled area not fit for purpose says Fuller
Local Lib Dem campaigner Gary Fuller has condemned the damaged cobbled area which it is believed is meant to discourage pedestrians from walking into the road at Middleburg Square as unfit for purpose.
29 Aug 2008
Government must help thousands on verge of repossession - Cable
The Liberal Democrats today set out proposals to help families who are unable to pay their mortgages and are facing the threat of homelessness due to the downturn in the housing market.
27 Aug 2008
Guide to Lib Dem Policy Making Process
A new Lib Dems members guide has been produced, giving more information on the Party's democratic policy making process. Twice a year, in spring and autumn, elected representatives from Liberal Democrat constituency parties assemble at the party conference to establish federal party policy - the Liberal Democrat priorities for UK government.
26 Aug 2008
Go Lisa! Dobriskey to run in Olympic Final this weekend
Former Romney Marsh resident Lisa Dobriskey, the current Commonwealth Games 1500m gold medallist, runs in the women's 1500m Olympic Final in Beijing, Saturday 23 August at 12.50pm (UK time).
22 Aug 2008
Parade Steps Area a Mess
Gary Fuller has contacted Shepway District Council on behalf of local resident John Bird to see what can be done to sort out the area of the Parade Steps, which lead from the Parade down to the Harbour area in Folkestone.
22 Aug 2008
National News
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
Universities & Skills
From Local Roots to Global Reach: A Liberal Vision for Universities
British universities are a world-leading export and an engine for innovation, but today, the sector is at a breaking point. Liberal Democrats have passed a new plan to deliver a fairer deal for students and graduates and secure the future of the sector.
IS
14 Mar 2026
Economy & Business
Revitalising Town Centres and High Streets
Liberal Democrats are committed to building town centres that inspire pride for generations to come. It is time to stop ignoring the decline of our high streets and breathe new life into them as vibrant hubs for the future.
DC
14 Mar 2026
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