Folkestone and Hythe Liberal Democrats

Euro Commission avoids own goal over UK Football TV broadcasts

Sharon Bowles, Liberal Democrat MEP for Shepway has welcomed the European Commission's statement today regarding the package put forward by the Premier League for the selling of UK football TV rights. Sharon Bowles wrote to Competition Commissioner Neelie Kroes saying that by forcing the Premier League to limit ownership of the TV rights to 50%, the auction price was likely to plummet meaning less revenue for premiership clubs.

21 Oct 2005

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Free Power Saver Light Bulbs for Shepway Residents

Hundreds of energy-saving light bulbs are being given away by Shepway Council as part of national Energy Saving Week that starts on 24 October. The bulbs, which use less electricity than their traditional counterparts and cost much less to use, are a part of the council's drive to raise awareness of the importance of saving energy.

20 Oct 2005

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Peter Carroll talking with two Kent Police Officers

Study shows PCSOs tackle and lower rates of crime

The introduction of police community support officers (PCSOs) into a local area results in lower rates of crime, a study has revealed.

19 Oct 2005

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Romney Marsh wind farm to get Government go-ahead against local opposition

A report in todays Independent claims that Energy minister Malcolm Wicks will tell the British Wind Energy Association conference in Cardiff today that he has given the go-ahead for a large wind farm at a controversial site at Romney Marsh, Kent.

18 Oct 2005

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The "meeting the challenge" web site front page

Meeting the Challenge in Shepway

Charles Kennedy has established the Liberal Democrats' largest ever national policy consultation, and Shepway Liberal Democrats are doing their bit to ensure that as many party members as possible have their say.

17 Oct 2005

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Folkestone Central By-election: Result

On a 23% turnout, the Conservatives have won the Folkestone Central ward by-election to Shepway District Council. The full result was:

13 Oct 2005

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Ed Davey and the Liberal Democrats celebrate local election wins. Ed Davey, Charlie Maynard, Olly Glover and Liz Leffman stand in front of a crowd with Lib Dem diamond signs as golden confetti rains down.

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Ed Davey shakes hands with a man in front of a crowd holding Lib Dem signs

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Larry Ngan and Lib Dem Campaigners on The Leas, Folkestone

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