Starting a tour of the town in The Shepherd Neame Brewery sounded like an excellent idea, but coffee was the only thing on offer. The informative talk about the history of hops was excellent and I learned a great deal, especially specific information about the variety of Kent hops.
Earlier this week this week I went to Afghanistan and Pakistan to see for myself the problems and challenges that those countries face. The coalition government is committed to playing our part to helping ensure that the region has a peaceful and prosperous future.
A community litter pick on 31st August on Littlestone Beach has marked the conclusion of 18 months work by local councillor Val Loseby to get local residents support on keeping the beach maintained. Despite having willing community volunteers to litter pick the beach on a regular basis, Shepway Council had refused to give them the support needed - like picking up the collected litter bags at the end of the day.
Memories came flooding back from earlier decades of Ska music as we listened to the DJ and I couldn't wait for the bands to begin.
The MOD will be holding a public exhibition about its plans for Shorncliffe Barracks "Rationalisation" on the afternoon of 24 September and morning of 25th September at the Army Cadet Hall on Church Road, Cheriton.
Folkestone West County Councillor Tim Prater is holding his second annual "You Decide" Day on 11th September at the Tower Theatre to give local residents the chance to decide which groups and projects should receive grant funding.
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.
Members have elected Josh Babarinde, MP for Eastbourne, as the new President of the Liberal Democrats.
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.
Ed Davey remembers Ming Campbell in remarks made to the House of Commons
October has arrived, bringing with it Black History Month - a time to celebrate the Black British community and their past, present and future contributions.
Leader's Speech to Autumn Conference 2025
Ed Davey is a husband, a father and a carer. He is the Leader of the Liberal Democrats.
It is Ed’s experience of caring that drives much of his politics, and motivates his tireless campaigning for a fair deal.
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