It's Coming Down! Princes Parade Hoarding Removal Welcomed
The process of removing hoarding panels surrounding the council-owned Princes Parade site in Hythe has begun.
25 Apr 2024
Sandgate
Local Business Update: Sandgate Sea and Food Festival 2024
The Sandgate Sea and Food Festival has been running for 20 years. We're delighted to confirm it will again be held this August Bank Holiday weekend (24th and 25th August).
TPCSFC
24 Apr 2024
Graham Colley for Kent Police and Crime Commissioner
Graham is a long-time resident of Kent, living and working in Rochester as a solicitor. He has spent a lifetime fighting for human rights, civil liberties and access to justice.
24 Apr 2024
Happy St George's Day 2024
Sandgate & West Folkestone Councillor Tim Prater is pleased the Sandgate Village Green flag post is back in use again, just in time for St George's Day!
23 Apr 2024
Opinion: Kent Police and Crime Commissioner role confusing to voters, leading to apathy and low turnout at elections
Paul Francis Opinion Piece: The concept of crime commissioners remains undeveloped, a little unloved and one that confuses voters. [External link: Views may differ from that of the Liberal Democrats]
23 Apr 2024
Larry Ngan
Folkestone and Hythe Need a Fair Deal for Housing and Communities
Larry Ngan outlines the Liberal Democrats Fair Deal for Housing and Communities. if communities thrive, individuals will too.
LN
23 Apr 2024
National News
A Liberal councillor who made LGBT+ history
Sam Green was the first openly gay politician ever elected in the UK – and possibly the world.
ED
19 Nov 2025
LGBT+ Liberal Democrats
Trans Awareness Week
November 13−19 2025 marks Trans Awareness Week. It is a time to listen to and act on the voices of transgender and non-binary people, celebrate their contributions and resilience, and recognise the barriers they continue to face.
13 Nov 2025
Federal Party News
Josh Babarinde elected as the new President of the Liberal Democrats
Members have elected Josh Babarinde, MP for Eastbourne, as the new President of the Liberal Democrats.
12 Nov 2025
Islamophobia Awareness Month
November marks Islamophobia Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the experiences of Muslim communities in the UK and to stand with them against prejudice, discrimination and hatred.
6 Nov 2025
Remembering Ming
Ed Davey remembers Ming Campbell in remarks made to the House of Commons
15 Oct 2025
Marie Goldman marks the start of Black History Month 2025
October has arrived, bringing with it Black History Month - a time to celebrate the Black British community and their past, present and future contributions.
MG
1 Oct 2025
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