Folkestone and Hythe News

Making Coalition Work

"I have to say we have been very lucky to have had the Liberal Democrats in government; cutting income tax for the lowest paid, marriage equality, defending the Human Rights Act against those in the Conservatives who would wish to repeal the Act, free school meals for primary school children, trying to reform our tired old political system by having a referendum on the electoral system and attempting to reform the House of Lords and finally arguing to remain as part of the European Union in the face of an increasingly Eurosceptic, right wing Conservative Party."

26 Jan 2015
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Funeral arrangements for Roy Bryan

The funeral of long term Lib Dem Party stalwart Roy Bryan will be held at Barham Crematorium on Thursday 5th February at 2.40pm, followed by a remembrance service at Lyminge Methodist Church at 3.30pm.

19 Jan 2015
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Ballot paper

Are YOU Registered to vote?

If you want to vote in the General Election and / or Local Elections on 7th May 2015, you must register to vote. It is not automatic.

9 Jan 2015
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Sarah Smith and Bill Haines outside Post Office in Walmer

£250m deal will help safeguard our post offices

A crucial lifeline has been thrown to post offices in East Kent thanks to a major Government contract.

The deal, unveiled by Liberal Democrat pensions minister Steve Webb, offers support to disabled people and the elderly while also helping to protect the future of the post office network.

19 Dec 2014
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