Do you have a question you've always wanted to ask Lord Ashdown? Well now is your opportunity! Paddy has agreed to be interviewed by Shepway Lib Dems at the end of March and we want YOUR questions.
Life is always busy for Shepway Lib Dems. We continue to make our presence felt at the various Councils, school governing bodies and other groups such as PACTs. We continue to report faults and fix problems for our residents. We are there all year round - no other party in Shepway considers the needs of its residents at such a level.
My Fortunate Life: the Autobiography of Paddy Ashdown is published on 23 April. To get your special Members' only discount of 15% off retail price and free post and packing, please call 01903 828503 quoting ref AUR 237.
It is fascinating to watch a political party gear itself up for an election. And that is what the Lib Dems are doing now. We're all prepared for the European and County elections that are coming up at the beginning of June. And we have high hopes of increasing our representation on Kent County Council and the European Parliament.
It is Thursday 5th March and I am up early with the prospect of driving to Harrogate to attend my first full conference. I am as excited as a small child going on a new adventure. I arrive early and wander around the town taking in all the sights. What a lovely town it is and the people so friendly!
Shepway Council are promoting a series of FREE play events taking place over the Easter holidays across Shepway. The sessions are free of charge, funded by the Big Lottery and staffed by three play workers who facilitate games/play for ALL ages.
Sam Green was the first openly gay politician ever elected in the UK – and possibly the world.
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.
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.
Meet our representatives and candidates.
