Cheriton White Lion

The Lib Dem team have been campaigning for action on the White Lion in Cheriton for years.

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Tim Prater and Gary Fuller at Saga HQ in Sandgate

He might not look it, but Tim Prater was delighted to hear Saga is returning to their Sandgate Enbrook Park HQ.

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Tim Prater

Tim Prater explains why he's standing for the most marginal County Council seat in Kent: Cheriton, Sandgate and Hythe East.

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Lib Dem logo bird projected on blockwork

Please consider others for a good time at Halloween

Kent Police have issued guidance to "trick and treaters", and those who are are worried by them, over the Halloween period. Their advice to those worried about strangers coming to their door at Halloween, particularly those calling late in the evening is:

24 Oct 2005
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Euro Commission avoids own goal over UK Football TV broadcasts

Sharon Bowles, Liberal Democrat MEP for Shepway has welcomed the European Commission's statement today regarding the package put forward by the Premier League for the selling of UK football TV rights. Sharon Bowles wrote to Competition Commissioner Neelie Kroes saying that by forcing the Premier League to limit ownership of the TV rights to 50%, the auction price was likely to plummet meaning less revenue for premiership clubs.

21 Oct 2005
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Free Power Saver Light Bulbs for Shepway Residents

Hundreds of energy-saving light bulbs are being given away by Shepway Council as part of national Energy Saving Week that starts on 24 October. The bulbs, which use less electricity than their traditional counterparts and cost much less to use, are a part of the council's drive to raise awareness of the importance of saving energy.

20 Oct 2005
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The "meeting the challenge" web site front page

Meeting the Challenge in Shepway

Charles Kennedy has established the Liberal Democrats' largest ever national policy consultation, and Shepway Liberal Democrats are doing their bit to ensure that as many party members as possible have their say.

17 Oct 2005
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Folkestone Harbour Arm

Happy to listen and help

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Decorated Christmas Tree

Lib Dem Christmas Draw 2024

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Lib Dem Team

The F&H Lib Dem Team

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National News

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International Affairs

Taking on Trump

Only the Liberal Democrats will stand up to Trump, invest in the UK’s security, support Ukraine, hold back Russia, deepen our ties with European and commonwealth partners, and stand up for liberal, British values.

CM
22 Mar 2025
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Free To Be Who You Are

As liberals, we believe that true equality is achieved when individuals are not only free from prejudice and discrimination, but also free to fulfil their potential. So fighting for LGBTQ+ rights is not a choice Liberals make.

CJ
22 Mar 2025
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Making Britain a science superpower

The Liberal Democrats' bold plan to restore UK leadership in science and innovation will drive investment, boost global collaboration, and ensure technology benefits everyone, not just the privileged few.

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22 Mar 2025
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Larry Ngan and Lib Dem Campaigners on The Leas, Folkestone

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