Local Tories are down to a shortlist of 5 candidates from across the country as they choose their candidate to contest the Folkestone and Hythe seat at the next General Election. In a blow to the hopes of many local Conservatives, the shortlist contains NO local names.
Kent County Council is seeking to close up to 50 small primary schools across Kent.
A woman was taken to hospital for treatment after being shot in the arm with an air gun. The shooting happened as the 19-year-old was walking in Radnor Park Road, Folkestone, on Saturday night.
Blimey! Comment in The Financial Times, 9 June, in response to Ming Campbell's recent speech on the Lib Dems proposed taxation policy over the next few years:
Park Ward Lib Dem Cllr Lynne Beaumont has slammed the County Council's decision to close Broadmeadow Care Home and move its vulnerable residents. Broadmeadow will be demolished to make way for an entrance and car park for the new Academy.
Mayor of Hythe Neil Matthews and the Liberal Democrats have called on Hythe residents to back plans for new Sports Centres in Hythe and Folkestone. A Hythe Town Meeting has called a special referendum on the future of Hythe Sports Centre. The poll is independent of Hythe Town Council and will be held on 29 June.
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.
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