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Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference 2026: Day 3 in Brighton
The third day of Liberal Democrat conference in Brighton heard from Max Wilkinson MP, Jane Dodds MS, Wendy Chamberlain MP and Lord Purvis amongst others and passed seven new policy motions.
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Working together after Grand Burstin fire {FHDC]
Work to support residents who evacuated following the fire at the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone is continuing. Structural specialists are also carrying out an investigation into the structure of…
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Two arrested over major fire at Folkestone hotel [BBC]
Two people have been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire at the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone which led to hundreds of people being evacuated.
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Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference 2026: Day 2 in Brighton
The second day of Liberal Democrat conference in Brighton Ed Davey faced a Q&A from Party members on the main stage, there were speeches from Deputy Leader Daisy Cooper MP and others, a debate on…
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Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference 2026: Day 1 in Brighton
The first day of Liberal Democrat conference in Brighton was opened by Party President Josh Babarinde MP and Cllr Jay Mercer, Leader of West Sussex County Council. Eight motions were passed, and…
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The Freedom of Kent for the Brigade of Gurkhas
Tim Prater had the pleasure of speaking at the Special Council meeting on 17th September in favour of the presentation of the Freedom of Kent to the Brigade of Gurkhas.
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Community Partners Sign Memorandum of Understanding for Grace Hill Project
The agreement has been signed by Folkestone Town Council, Creative Folkestone, One Folkestone, Folkestone & Hythe District Council and local MP Tony Vaughan.
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Tim Prater Reporting Back from KCC: September 2026
The September 2026 monthly update from Tim Prater as County Councillor for Cheriton, Sandgate and Hythe East.
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Folkestone & Hythe District Council Local Plan Scoping Consultation
Folkestone & Hythe District Council is preparing a new Local Plan, which will help shape how the district develops in the years ahead.
