RSPB Report Warns Bird Strike Risk a Major Hazard for Lydd
A new report warns that expansion of Lydd Airport in south-east Kent could create a serious bird strike risk to passenger aircraft.
10 Jan 2008
Local Lib Dem Backs Clegg's Stand Against Fuel Poverty
Lib Dem Leader Nick Clegg MP has used his first Commons appearance as leader to urge Gordon Brown to do more to help hard up families who face higher fuel bills. Speaking at Prime Minister's Question Time, he called on the Prime Minister to press gas and electricity companies to "end the scandal of the poorest families paying the most for their energy needs".
10 Jan 2008
New Year, New Job?
Do you get on with people and computers? Can you balance individual customer service and meeting team targets? The Liberal Democrats have a vacancy for a Membership Officer in our busy Membership Services Department based in Westminster, London SW1.
10 Jan 2008
Proposing a Zero Rise in Folkestone's Council Tax
I'd like to thank all who have been involved in the budgeting process, including the Community Services Committee who very carefully reviewed all their service expenditure this year, the finance committee, and especially the Town Clerk and Finance officer who have worked hard to deliver this budget this evening.
TPCFTCFC
10 Jan 2008
Congratulations to Lynne and Peter!
Lynne Beaumont and Peter Carroll marry today in at a small family ceremony at their home in Peene. Shepway Liberal Democrats would like to wish them both a fantastic day and a long and happy future together.
8 Jan 2008
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Why Folkestone IS Different and Folkestone Fire Station Should Not be Cut
We're writing to you as a member of the Kent Fire Authority, who will shortly be considering the proposal to remove a full-time fire engine from Folkestone Fire Station, leading to the loss of 24 firefighters from Folkestone, plus the removal of the turntable ladder sited at Folkestone to Ashford.
LBTPLLDGSDFTC
7 Jan 2008
2007 the worst ever year for personal data privacy
Liberal Democrat research has revealed that 37 million items of personal data went missing last year. The figures raise further questions about the Government's ability to handle personal data, and call into doubt plans for identity cards.
6 Jan 2008
MPs Kramer and Heath Key Speakers at Ashford LD Conference in March
The first of the two South East Region Liberal Democrats annual conferences is on Saturday 29th March in Ashford and speakers will include Susan Kramer (MP for Richmond Park), David Heath (MP for Somerton and Frome) and Baroness Ros Scott. All members are welcome to attend, but registration in advance is strongly advised (and cheaper!).
6 Jan 2008
William Harvey Hospital Shut to New Admissions
The William Harvey Hospital in Ashford has closed two wards to new admissions after an outbreak of winter vomiting disease. Patients have been struck down by the norovirus, which causes acute sickness and diarrhoea.
4 Jan 2008
National News
Mental Health
Whole-Person Mental Health: Care, Choice, Community, and Combatting Populism
The UK is facing a mental health emergency. Liberal Democrats have a proud record of pushing Britain’s mental health services forward. Now we are offering the bold solutions we need to fight the crisis unfolding in our communities.
DC
14 Mar 2026
Universities & Skills
From Local Roots to Global Reach: A Liberal Vision for Universities
British universities are a world-leading export and an engine for innovation, but today, the sector is at a breaking point. Liberal Democrats have passed a new plan to deliver a fairer deal for students and graduates and secure the future of the sector.
IS
14 Mar 2026
Economy & Business
Revitalising Town Centres and High Streets
Liberal Democrats are committed to building town centres that inspire pride for generations to come. It is time to stop ignoring the decline of our high streets and breathe new life into them as vibrant hubs for the future.
DC
14 Mar 2026
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