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
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11 Feb 2026
Tackling historical sexual misconduct in our party
Help us stamp out this sort of appalling behaviour in our party – and across our society.
ED
7 Feb 2026
LGBT+ Liberal Democrats
Ed Davey reflects on LGBT History Month 2026
This LGBT+ History Month we celebrate the contributions of LGBT+ people throughout history, reflect on the struggles they have faced and reaffirm our determination to make progress on equality.
ED
1 Feb 2026
Choose a brighter future with the Liberal Democrats | Election Broadcast
View the latest Liberal Democrat Party Political Broadcast.
29 Jan 2026
Holocaust Memorial Day Statement
On Holocaust Memorial Day, we remember the six million Jewish men, women and children murdered in the Holocaust, and the millions of others killed under Nazi persecution.
ED
27 Jan 2026
Children & Families
A Harms-Based Approach to Social Media
Big tech companies should not be allowed to profit at the expense of children’s wellbeing.
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20 Jan 2026
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