Howard's solution to Council's financial problems fails at first hurdle
Michael Howard's much talked about proposal to save Shepway Council £600,000 and avoid painful cuts to services is not a workable solution.
2 Jun 2004
Time to put Folkestone on the map
Big projects that will bring new jobs and more prosperity to Folkestone will be a top priority for Lib Dem Councillors on Folkestone's new Town Council.
30 May 2004
Fighting for local services
Local Lib Dems are fighting the Government's plans to 'cap' Shepway Council. If the Government gets its way, then the Council will be forced to make cuts to local services totalling £600,000. Many important frontline services could be at risk if these cuts are made.
27 May 2004
Send Blair a message
With the situation in Iraq worsening by the day, people across the country are set to use the European Elections on 10th June to send a strong message to Tony Blair.
25 May 2004
Conservative Council Tax Shock
While the Lib Dems are campaigning hard to axe the Council Tax, the Conservatives want to DOUBLE IT.
21 May 2004
Time to cut waste
Liberal Democrat MEPs are backing reforms which would cut waste and red tape in the European Union.
19 May 2004
Hard work gets results
Shepway's Liberal Democrat Euro-MPs have both been given prestigious awards in recognition of the effective work they do.
17 May 2004
Labour Give up the Ghost in Folkestone
Commenting on the published list of nominations for the forthcoming Town and Parish Council elections, Lib Dem Campaigner Peter Carroll said;
14 May 2004
Lib Dems announce candidates
Shepway Lib Dems have announced today that they have submitted nominations for 15 candidates for Folkestone Town Council, and 2 candidates for Sandgate Parish Council.
14 May 2004
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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