Schools Funding Crisis
The Government has still not done enough to stop serious problems with school budgets continuing next year, according to Folkestone MEP Chris Huhne.
19 Nov 2003
Axe the Council Tax
Lib Dem campaigners are calling on Tony Blair to axe the Council Tax. Peter Carroll said, "Council Tax is an unfair tax that is hurting many people across Shepway. We should axe the tax and replace it with a system based on ability to pay."
12 Nov 2003
Sports boost for Shepway
Shepway has been awarded a massive £10 million to improve sports facilities in our area.
8 Nov 2003
It's going to be close!
The Lib Dems are set to defeat Tory leader Michael Howard at the next General Election according to a poll in the Sunday Express.
6 Nov 2003
Save our Post Offices
Residents have given strong backing to Peter Carroll's campaign to save local Post Offices from closure.
25 Oct 2003
Safer streets in Hythe
Hythe Lib Dems are delighted that two new CCTV cameras are to be installed in their town.
21 Oct 2003
National News
Benefits & Pensions
Standing up for the most vulnerable in society
Why we opposed the Government’s welfare bill
SD
3 Jul 2025
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.
20 Jun 2025
LGBT+
Pride Month 2025
So we will keep fighting - until we can finally build a society where everyone is free to be who they are.
ED
1 Jun 2025
LGBT+
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
My message to the UK’s LGBTQ+ community is clear - I support you. I stand with you.
CJ
17 May 2025
Home Affairs
Standing Up to Divisive Politics
In the face of divisive and destructive politics, it is more important than ever that the Liberal Democrats continue to offer a liberal alternative.
LS
14 May 2025
Lib Dems Winning
Overtaking the Conservatives
Local Election Results Briefing: Our best ever winning streak
LD
3 May 2025
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