Two Dead in Fire in Deal
Two people have died in a house blaze in Quern Road, Deal that was tackled by more than 20 firefighters from Kent.
20 Dec 2007
Nick Clegg New Lib Dem Leader and Pledges to Deliver for Shepway
New Leader of the Liberal Democrats, Nick Clegg MP today promised to give a voice to the people of Shepway who feel ignored by politicians.
18 Dec 2007
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Fire Officer Warns on Have-a-Go Fire Injuries
Leave firefighting to the professionals: That's the message from Kent Fire and Rescue Service after figures showed an increase in the number of people being hurt when trying to tackle fires in their homes.
18 Dec 2007
Hear the Voice: On-line Comment and Analysis for Liberal Democrats
Liberal Democrat Voice is an independent website by and for Lib Dem members. There is regular comment and analysis of politics as well as opinion pieces from a wide variety of commentators and spokespeople.
18 Dec 2007
M20 Motorway Service Station Opening Delayed until January
The opening of the new Westernhanger Motorway Service Station at junction 11 of the M20 has been delayed until 7th January, according to the Channel Chamber of Commerce.
17 Dec 2007
Dover Council switches on wind turbine
Dover District Council has begun using its own wind turbine to produce power for some of its offices. It is estimated the turbine, which is helping to power the Council's Whitfield premises, could save up to £4,000 a year on bills.
17 Dec 2007
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24 Jul 2025
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My liberal vision for a thriving economy
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Our five principles for SEND reform
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Windrush Day 2025
77 years ago today, the HMT Empire Windrush docked in Essex - marking the beginning of the Windrush generation’s arrival here in the UK.
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