Reporting Back
Tim Prater Reporting Back from KCC: May 2026
The May 2026 monthly update from Tim Prater as County Councillor for Cheriton, Sandgate and Hythe East.
12 May 2026
Folkestone and Hythe News
Kent Opposition Leader Slams Reform’s “Disgraceful” Plot to Silence Scrutiny
Antony Hook, Lib Dem Leader of the Opposition at Kent County Council, has condemned a series of "anti-democratic" moves by the Reform administration designed to gag opposition parties and shield the ruling group from challenge.
12 May 2026
Boost to Southern Water Wastewater Action Plan for Folkestone and Hythe Welcomed - But More is Needed
Southern Water have updated their Folkestone and Hythe Wastewater Action Plan for 2025-2030, detailing wastewater investment in the Folkestone and Hythe district in that time. The amount of planned investment for this period is now about £42m.
12 May 2026
Local Events
Sandgate District & County Councillor Advice Surgery: 16 May 2026
Lib Dem Councillors Tim Prater & Gary Fuller hold drop-in advice surgeries each month. No need for an appointment: just turn up. Third Saturday of the month, 9.30-10.30am in Sandgate Library, James Morris Court, Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, CT20 3RR.
10 May 2026
Liberal Democrats strengthen control of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council
In the only elections in Kent on 7th May, the Liberal Democrats gained three seats to further strengthen their control of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. The Lib Dems now hold 25 of 39 Councillors in the borough, and Mike Martin MP was elected in 2024.
10 May 2026
Local Events
Liberal Drinks, Sandgate: 13 May 2026
A regular meet-up on the 2nd Wednesday of the month for Lib Dem members & supporters in the Folkestone and Hythe area! A social drink and a chat at The Royal Norfolk Hotel on Sandgate High Street.
10 May 2026
New Dog-Walking Map Launches as "Paws For Thought" Event Returns
Dog owners across the district are being encouraged to make the most of the outdoors this summer with the launch of an updated dog-walking map.
6 May 2026
Reporting Back
Tim Prater Reporting Back from KCC: April 2026
The April 2026 monthly update from Tim Prater as County Councillor for Cheriton, Sandgate and Hythe East.
30 Apr 2026
Increased Financial Support For Folkestone & Hythe Community Groups
District Councillors have backed a £667,000 package to help residents facing hardship, to support the voluntary sector and to allow more people across the district to improve their health through physical activity.
30 Apr 2026
Folkestone Town Council And Kent County Council Reach Agreement For Grace Hill
Folkestone Town Council are delighted to confirm that agreement has been reached, subject to contract, to acquire 2 Grace Hill, securing the long-term future of this much-loved building as a community asset.
24 Apr 2026
Accessible Walking Routes for Spring Lane, Seabrook
Commitment secured for new safe crossing points for roads off Spring Lane including Woodlands Drive, Highridge, Hampton Vale, Seadown Close, Paraker Way, Eversley Road and Springfield Way.
23 Apr 2026
Lower Leas Coastal Park Play Time is Another Step Closer
Proludic will start on the £750,000 refurbishment project on Monday (20 April) just as the cliff stabilisation work near The Vinery is due to be completed.
17 Apr 2026