Lib Dems: Grave Concerns as Reform-led Council Breaks Commitment to Make Summer Traffic Plan
Reform administration accused of letting down Kent families by delaying vital EES and holiday congestion planning until AFTER the summer.
14 Jul 2026
Save Oaken Wood
Maidstone's Oaken Wood is ancient woodland & irreplaceable habitat. You can't replace it once it's gone. Yet Kent County Council are voting on 16th July to allow it as a site for a quarry. Sign our petition against allowing Oaken Wood to become a quarry.
13 Jul 2026
A Blossoming Display of Hope
A carpet bed on The Leas in Folkestone has been created highlighting the ways in which anyone needing mental health help and support can access it.
8 Jul 2026
Reporting Back
Tim Prater Reporting Back from KCC: June 2026
The June 2026 monthly update from Tim Prater as County Councillor for Cheriton, Sandgate and Hythe East.
30 Jun 2026
Call To Share Improvement Ideas For District Play Areas
Exciting improvements are being planned for key play areas across the Folkestone & Hythe district as part of the council’s Corporate Plan commitment to invest in local communities.
23 Jun 2026
Folkestone – A Brighter Future Newsletter Issue 13
The June 2026 update on the FABF project from lead contractor Jackson's. Read the new issue 13, and all previous monthly editions. Cheriton Road and Shorncliffe Junction complete, Victoria Grove, Radnor Park, Gloucester Drive works in progress.
11 Jun 2026
A Saving for Residents on Folkestone and Hythe Car Park Stays
Residents who regularly use Folkestone & Hythe District Council car parks are being encouraged to apply for a permit that allows visitors to park once a day for up to 3 hours in a long-stay council car park, and up to 2 hours in short-stay car parks.
3 Jun 2026
Reporting Back
Folkestone & Hythe District Council Monthly Update: June 2026
A monthly bulletin from F&HDC. This month: Green schemes, Tackling beach litter, Solar for council homes, Positive steps for Otterpool Park, New District Council Chair, Ward budget scheme, Paws for Thought on 7 June, Protecting residents from Scams.
1 Jun 2026
Folkestone Town Council Secures Freehold of 2 Grace Hill
Folkestone Town Council is pleased to announce that it has successfully completed the acquisition of the freehold of 2 Grace Hill.
1 Jun 2026
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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