The Liberal Democrats will tomorrow put down an amendment to the Queen's Speech calling for a referendum on Britain's membership of the European Union so that the British people can have a proper debate about the future of Britain's relationship with the EU.
Folkestone salutes today its debt to those who fought for their country at the Town's service and parade at the Folkestone War Memorial at the top of Folkestone's Road of Remembrance.
The Liberal Democrat candidates for South-England for the European Parliament elections in 2009 have been announced. Current MEP Sharon Bowles heads the list, followed by well known Regional campaigner Catherine Bearder, and Bromley By-Election candidate Ben Abbotts.
Kent Fire Service have opened the on-line consultation on their "Integrated Risk Management Plan 5", which proposes this year to cut 24 full-time firefighters, an engine and the long ladder from Folkestone Fire Station. The Shepway Liberal Democrat team are working with other local campaigners to fight this cut which would increase response times across Shepway.
People Power came to Hythe Town Hall on Thursday 9th November. Over 90 members of the public attended the meeting of Hythe Town Council to consider the Nickolls Quarry development and have their say.
Without your help Hamedullah Hassani faces being returned to Afghanistan on November 20th at 20.40 hrs on flight PVT8024 and PVT10085.
This evening the TV will carry the Liberal Democrats' latest film (party political broadcast), features our acting leader, Vince Cable, and the positive Liberal Democrat proposals to make Britain fairer and greener.
After two Village meetings Saltwood residents residents are taking to the streets in protest at plans to close Saltwood Post Office permanently. They fear the Post Office view Saltwood Post Office as an easy target following the pull out of the sub master this summer.
Folkestone Town centre shops and stores have teamed up to provide extra fun and spectacle for this year's festive season celebrations in Folkestone. Starting on Friday, November 23, the events programme is all set to attract and entertain residents and visitors of all ages to the Precinct shopping area.
The 2007 Folkestone Literary Festival kicks off today and promises nine days of eclectic and exciting world-class authors and performers to entertain you. These sessions will thrill, entice and provoke debate.
Lib Dem majority Folkestone Town Council have funded a major repainting project for street litter bins across Folkestone. Over the last few days, over 50 bins across Folkestone will get a smart new blue and gold paint job.
Shepway Council have confirmed that they will consider the planning applications for Lydd Airport at a Special Meeting of the Council to be held on Wednesday 30th January. The Council has made the decision to proceed having received additional information it has asked for over plans to expand London Ashford (Lydd) Airport.
