Help Stop the 20th November Removal of Hamedullah Hassani
Without your help Hamedullah Hassani faces being returned to Afghanistan on November 20th at 20.40 hrs on flight PVT8024 and PVT10085.
9 Nov 2007
Folkestone and Hythe News
Lib Dem TV
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.
8 Nov 2007
Don't KO Our PO: Saltwood To Protest Against Proposed PO By 'Walking' To Hythe Post Office
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.
4 Nov 2007
Countdown to Folkestone Festivities
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.
4 Nov 2007
Folkestone Literary Festival Starts Today
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.
2 Nov 2007
What's Blue and Gold and Springing Up All Over?
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.
2 Nov 2007
Shepway Announce Lydd Airport Planning Application Meeting Date
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.
1 Nov 2007
Fire Cut FURY
Tories on Kent County Council are backing plans to cut the cover at Folkestone Fire Station almost in HALF! Shepway Liberal Democrats are joining Folkestone firefighters and local residents to fight this devastating cut. What the cuts would mean in full:
1 Nov 2007
Shepway Delay Fight for Fire Services Across Shepway
Never have I written a letter with such a feeling of anger, frustration, and absolute shame at how Shepway District Council behaved tonight.
LB
1 Nov 2007
Council Meeting Explodes as Tory Amendment Delays Action Against Folkestone Fire Cuts
Last nights meeting of Shepway District Council exploded in controversy with several Councillors from both the Lib Dems and the Conservatives walking out. The meeting was debating a Liberal Democrat motion aimed at fighting proposed cuts to fire fighters and fire engines a Folkestone Fire Station. The cuts will cut the number of the fully manned fire engines from 3 to 1 and the loss of 24 firefighters in Folkestone.
1 Nov 2007
Fighting the Threat to Local Fire-Fighters
Firstly, I'd like to welcome the representatives from the Folkestone Brigade who are here this evening. When on shift, they can be called upon to put their lives in order to save ours, and those of our constituents, family and friends.
CCTP
1 Nov 2007
Folkestone Remembers: Join the Remembrance Sunday Service
Folkestone salutes its debt to those who fought for their country at the Town's service and parade which takes place on Remembrance Sunday, 11 November, at the Folkestone War Memorial at the top of Folkestone's Road of Remembrance. All Folkestone residents are invited to pay their respects at the ceremony starting at 10.40am, which includes the traditional Silence and Wreath Laying at the War Memorial, followed by a short Service.
31 Oct 2007