Herald Group: Under New Management
Kent Regional Newspapers, the group which owns the Folkestone, Hythe and Romney Marsh "Herald" newspapers amongst others, has been bought by Northcliffe Media from previous owners Trinity Mirror.
9 Jul 2007
New Royal Mail Strike Confirmed
The CWU (Communication Workers Union) has given notice to the Royal Mail of further strike action. The strike will start at 7pm on Thursday July 12th 2007, and continue through Friday 13th July.
9 Jul 2007
Shepway Presidents Dinner with Nick Clegg MP
Shepway Liberal Democrat President Mary Done invites Party members, family & friends to join her and Nick Clegg MP at her 2007 President's Dinner at Etchinghill Village Hall, Etchinghill on Saturday, 21st July.
8 Jul 2007
Lib Dem Members: Getting the Most from this Web Site
The Shepway Liberal Democrats web site at www.shepwaylibdems.org.uk has hidden depths: official! The site is one of the more popular Local Party web sites in the country, attracting thousands of visitors a month. With a mix of news from the area, the Party and updates on local campaigns, its a key way of keeping in touch.
8 Jul 2007
Folkestone Town Council Meeting: Open to All
Folkestone Town Council's next full Council meeting is on Thursday 12 July, and is being held at Morehall Primary School, Chart Road, Cheriton. The meeting starts at 7pm and the public is welcome to attend.
8 Jul 2007
Terror Threat Drops but Shepway Urged to Remain Vigilant
The threat of terror attacks has been dropped by official sources over the last day or two, but Shepway residents and businesses and being urged to remain vigilant and to call an anti-terrorist hot-line if there are real concerns about any potential terrorist activity.
5 Jul 2007
Kent and Medway Networks Summer 2007 Newsletter
The Summer 2007 edition of the Kent & Medway Networks (KMN) Newsletter for Patient and Public Involvement in Health Forum Members in Kent and Surrey has been released. This publication gives an update on some of the work of the PPI Forums supported by KMN, and is available to download from this web site from the "Focus and Downloads > External Documents" section.
2 Jul 2007
Lib Dems Welcome new Government Cash for Flood Defence after the Folkestone Floods
Commenting on the increase in flood defence spending to £800 million in 2010-11 announced this afternoon by Hilary Benn, Liberal Democrat Shadow Environment Secretary, Chris Huhne MP said:
2 Jul 2007
A20 Accident Death between Folkestone and Dover
The BBC report that one person died and 20 were injured in a pile-up involving more than 40 vehicles on the A20 between Folkestone and Dover on Saturday.
1 Jul 2007
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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