On a 22.2% turnout, the Conservative's Kent Police and Crime Commissioner candidate was re-elected with a much reduced majority. The Conservative's vote share was down 14% on 2021, with Labour up 8.6% and the Lib Dems up 5.1%.
For the first time in almost 30 years, the Liberal Democrats came second for the number of councillor seats won, ahead of the Conservatives. 522 Liberal Democrat Councillors were elected, up 104. The Conservatives trailed in with 515, losing a 474.
125 of Folkestone & Hythe’s council-owned homes have been brought up to date with a range of energy efficient measures making them cheaper to run for tenants.
Although seasonal dog beach restrictions are in place from 1 May, there is still an abundance of coastline and countryside that can be enjoyed by dogs and their owners during the summer months.
Cllr John Howson will fight Weald of Kent for the Liberal Democrats. Cllr Howson said: "It is an honour to be asked to fight this...
Social Enterprise Kent are delivering a cost of living support project across East Kent.
The process of removing hoarding panels surrounding the council-owned Princes Parade site in Hythe has begun.
The Sandgate Sea and Food Festival has been running for 20 years. We're delighted to confirm it will again be held this August Bank Holiday weekend (24th and 25th August).
Graham is a long-time resident of Kent, living and working in Rochester as a solicitor. He has spent a lifetime fighting for human rights, civil liberties and access to justice.
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.
Meet our representatives and candidates.
