Vince Cable is Member of Parliament for Twickenham and has been the Liberal Democrats' chief economic spokesperson since 2003, having previously served as Chief Economist for Shell from 1995 to 1997. Vince has just published his memoirs "Free Radical", in which he recalls a life of wide variety and great interest - and ballroom dancing!
In support of the Folkestone Book Festival the Neville Pundole Gallery has specially commissioned pieces by several artists, inspired by the works of H. G. Wells. The exhibition is comprised of works in Pottery, Glass and Paint; all drawing their influence from not only Wells' more famous works such as "The War of the Worlds" and "The Time Machine", but also "The Sea Lady… a Tissue of Moonshine" which Wells wrote whilst living in Folkestone.
Folkestone Councillor Tim Prater has been told that responsibility for the national bus pass scheme will pass from District Councils to Kent and Medway Councils from April 2011. The news came in response to an email from Tim Prater to Kent County Cabinet member for Transport Nick Chard asking for Kent to consider taking on the responsibility which will have cost Shepway District Council around £1 million in the last two years.
A new scheme to allow local residents decide which projects they want to see backed with County grants will be launched in Folkestone this Saturday by Lib Dem Tim Prater. County Councillor Tim Prater is the first in Folkestone to give power direct to local residents to decide on which projects they want to see backed with £15,000 of grant funding.
Sandgate residents and Sandgate Parish Councillors are working with local PSCO Mark Wilson on special "Speedwatch" sessions in Sandgate to alert drivers to their speed. The Speedwatch teams use a speed indicator device jointly owned with Folkestone Town Council which displays the speed of approaching vehicles. Sessions last around 2 hours, and volunteers to run the sessions are needed - full training can be given.
Kent County Councillor Tim Prater has written to County Cabinet Transport Spokesman Nick Chard asking Kent to take the responsibility for administering the National Bus pass scheme within Kent into County control.
The Local Party Executive of Shepway Liberal Democrats invites applications for selection as Prospective Candidate for the constituency of Folkestone and Hythe.
In the lead up to bonfire night, Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) is urging the people of Kent and Medway to stay safe and don't let accidents ruin your fun.
Shepway Liberal Democrats are sorry to announce that Neil Matthews has stepped down as Parliamentary Candidate for Folkestone & Hythe due to personal pressures. Neil remains an active part of the Shepway Liberal Democrats and Liberal Democrat Councillor for Hythe West.
The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to hold tech companies accountable, equip the police with the right powers, and build a digital world where women and girls can live safely and without fear.
Supporting people to age well and maintain their independence is better for them and common-sense for the NHS. The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to fix social care, protect our NHS, and ensure everyone can age well in their own home and community.
Liberal Democrat members have renewed our commitment to fix the front door of the NHS, restore patient choice, end dental deserts, and ensure preventative care is accessible before health problems turn into emergencies.
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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