CSA performance figures make case for its demise - Laws
New figures released as part of the quarterly statistics on the Child Support Agency reveal:
27 Oct 2005
New web site in fight to safeguard civil liberties
The Liberal Democrats today launched a new anti-ID Card web site, as their latest weapon in the fight against the introduction of compulsory Identity Cards. The Shepway Liberal Democrats backed the new site, as part of their ongoing support for the No2Id campaign.
25 Oct 2005
Please consider others for a good time at Halloween
Kent Police have issued guidance to "trick and treaters", and those who are are worried by them, over the Halloween period. Their advice to those worried about strangers coming to their door at Halloween, particularly those calling late in the evening is:
24 Oct 2005
Euro Commission avoids own goal over UK Football TV broadcasts
Sharon Bowles, Liberal Democrat MEP for Shepway has welcomed the European Commission's statement today regarding the package put forward by the Premier League for the selling of UK football TV rights. Sharon Bowles wrote to Competition Commissioner Neelie Kroes saying that by forcing the Premier League to limit ownership of the TV rights to 50%, the auction price was likely to plummet meaning less revenue for premiership clubs.
21 Oct 2005
Free Power Saver Light Bulbs for Shepway Residents
Hundreds of energy-saving light bulbs are being given away by Shepway Council as part of national Energy Saving Week that starts on 24 October. The bulbs, which use less electricity than their traditional counterparts and cost much less to use, are a part of the council's drive to raise awareness of the importance of saving energy.
20 Oct 2005
Study shows PCSOs tackle and lower rates of crime
The introduction of police community support officers (PCSOs) into a local area results in lower rates of crime, a study has revealed.
19 Oct 2005
Romney Marsh wind farm to get Government go-ahead against local opposition
A report in todays Independent claims that Energy minister Malcolm Wicks will tell the British Wind Energy Association conference in Cardiff today that he has given the go-ahead for a large wind farm at a controversial site at Romney Marsh, Kent.
18 Oct 2005
Meeting the Challenge in Shepway
Charles Kennedy has established the Liberal Democrats' largest ever national policy consultation, and Shepway Liberal Democrats are doing their bit to ensure that as many party members as possible have their say.
17 Oct 2005
Folkestone Central By-election: Result
On a 23% turnout, the Conservatives have won the Folkestone Central ward by-election to Shepway District Council. The full result was:
13 Oct 2005
National News
Children & Families
A digital world fit for the next generation
For too long, tech giants have treated children as data to be mined, using addictive algorithms and harmful content to keep them scrolling. While some are calling for blanket bans, we know these are impractical and risk isolating vulnerable groups.
VC
15 Mar 2026
Defence
Britain’s nuclear deterrent depends on Trump. It’s time to change that
If the answer to “Is our nuclear deterrent working?” depends on what Donald Trump had for breakfast, then the answer is no, it’s not. And our deterrent is not truly independent.
ED
14 Mar 2026
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
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