Think Again Plea for District’s Bus Routes
Stagecoach has been urged to reconsider its decision to cut vital bus services in Folkestone and Hythe.
16 Jun 2023
Tim's Council Diary: The Longest three paragraphs. Ever.
A weekly update on Cabinet work from FHDC Deputy Leader Tim Prater. Week 3 - The Longest three paragraphs. Ever.
16 Jun 2023
Sandgate
Sandgate & West Folkestone Ward Grant 2023-24: Strange Cargo / Charivari
Each F&HDC Ward Councillor has an allocation of £3,000 to help community projects.
13 Jun 2023
2023/24 Grant Scheme Launched for Community Projects
Community projects across Folkestone & Hythe are set to benefit from a pot of £90,000 grant funding.
12 Jun 2023
Tim's Council Diary: Changes
A weekly update on Cabinet work from FHDC Deputy Leader Tim Prater. Week 2 - Changes.
9 Jun 2023
Warm Welcome For Sandgate Housing Improvements
Work started last year on making the district’s social housing stock more energy efficient. First block up: Ross House in Sandgate.
6 Jun 2023
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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