Folkestone and Hythe News

Lib Dems select experienced campaigner for Weald of Kent seat

It's Coming Down! Princes Parade Hoarding Removal Welcomed

The process of removing hoarding panels surrounding the council-owned Princes Parade site in Hythe has begun.

Graham Colley for Kent Police and Crime Commissioner

Graham is a long-time resident of Kent, living and working in Rochester as a solicitor. He has spent a lifetime fighting for human rights, civil liberties and access to justice.

Happy St George's Day 2024

Sandgate & West Folkestone Councillor Tim Prater is pleased the Sandgate Village Green flag post is back in use again, just in time for St George's Day!

Opinion: Kent Police and Crime Commissioner role confusing to voters, leading to apathy and low turnout at elections

Paul Francis Opinion Piece: The concept of crime commissioners remains undeveloped, a little unloved and one that confuses voters. [External link: Views may differ from that of the Liberal Democrats]

Folkestone and Hythe Need a Fair Deal for Housing and Communities

Larry Ngan outlines the Liberal Democrats Fair Deal for Housing and Communities. if communities thrive, individuals will too.

Tim Welcomes Larry as Liberal Democrat Campaigner for Folkestone and Hythe

I know Larry would be a strong voice for Folkestone & Hythe.

Larry Ngan: Three clear issues that we need to tackle now in Folkestone & Hythe

I'll campaign for reducing the burden of the cost of living crisis, investing in our NHS, and a seaside free from sewage.

East Cliff Open for 2024 Summer of Sport

East Cliff Sports in Folkestone – home to eight lawn tennis courts, an 18-hole pitch and putt course and a six-lane bowling green – has reopened for the season.

Coastline Protection Work Set To Begin

Beach management work helping to protect more than 3,000 homes and businesses along the coast from flooding is to start next week.

Folkestone & Hythe Changing Places Toilets to ‘Make Huge Difference’

The first of three new Changing Places toilets in the district has been officially opened.

Dover & Deal Pizza & Politics Evening with Kent Refugee Action Network

Dover and Deal Lib Dems welcome us to join them on Friday April 12th for an evening with Razia Shariff, CEO of Kent Refugee Action Network (KRAN).