From "Your Shepway": It's bin a very dirty protest
Folkestone councillors have taken to the streets in an attempt to shame Shepway District Council about the state of litter bins in Folkestone.
10 Oct 2007
National News
Can You Help the Folkestone Poppy Appeal?
This year, "Poppy Day" will be Saturday 10 November. There is a great need for volunteers to sell poppies and the appeal organisers for Folkestone are anxious to hear from anyone who can spare a few minutes to sell poppies.
10 Oct 2007
Rowen says Government forcing up council tax
Paul Rowen MP has warned that council tax in Rochdale could rocket over the next three years because of the government's decision to squeeze the cash given to councils.
10 Oct 2007
MP gives support to rheumatoid arthritis sufferers
Rochdale MP Paul Rowen has backed efforts to raise awareness of rheumatoid arthritis at a drop-in event at the House of Commons on Wednesday 10 October, ahead of World Arthritis Day this Friday (12 October).
10 Oct 2007
MP presses Transport Ministry on subsidised travel for youngsters
Local MP, Tim Farron has written to the Secretary of State for Transport, Ruth Kelly asking that subsidised bus travel for young people in rural areas is provided. Such subsidised transport is already provided for older people under the Transport Act, and Mr Farron asked that extra funding was provided for a similar scheme.
10 Oct 2007
Farron slams Local Government Settlement
Local MP, Tim Farron has today reacted angrily to the announcement of the Local Government Settlement, and that it will only increase by 1% over the level of inflation. The settlement, which has been termed the 'worst for a decade' by the Local Government Association, is sure to see local authorities to cut vital local services in order to make necessary savings.
10 Oct 2007