Tim's Council Diary: Wearing Orange
A weekly update on Cabinet work from FHDC Deputy Leader Tim Prater. Week 27: Wearing Orange
1 Dec 2023
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day.
29 Nov 2023
Tim's Council Diary: The Magic Carpet
A weekly update on Cabinet work from FHDC Deputy Leader Tim Prater. Week 26: The Magic Carpet
24 Nov 2023
Folkestone Triennial to Return in 2025
The sixth edition of the internationally acclaimed Folkestone Triennial will take place in 2025.
23 Nov 2023
Sandgate
Christmas Event In Sandgate – 1st December 2023
On Friday 1st December, please join us in Sandgate Valley and Village. Enjoy the Christmas lights, meet a special visitor, visit the craft market and hear a carol or two, and support local businesses many of who will be open until at least 7.30pm.
22 Nov 2023
Tim's Council Diary: Parking and Drains
A weekly update on Cabinet work from FHDC Deputy Leader Tim Prater. Week 25: Parking and Drains
17 Nov 2023
Council Joins National Call For Fairer Flooding Work Funding
Folkestone & Hythe District Council has joined a group lobbying central government to find a fairer way of funding vital IDB work to reduce the risk of flooding.
15 Nov 2023
Tim's Council Diary: A Huge Lift for Folkestone
A weekly update on Cabinet work from FHDC Deputy Leader Tim Prater. Week 24: A Huge Lift for Folkestone
10 Nov 2023
Authorities Unite To Put Pressure On Southern Water
Folkestone & Hythe District Council has joined more than 20 local authorities across the south-east in putting further pressure on Southern Water over pollution and flooding concerns.
7 Nov 2023
National News
Women
Stopping Violence Against Women and Girls
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.
MG
21 Sep 2026
Health, Care & the NHS
Supporting People to Age Well
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.
AB
21 Sep 2026
Health, Care & the NHS
A Liberal Vision for Primary Healthcare
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.
HM
21 Sep 2026
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