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Reform UK downplays chances in Kent despite poll putting it ahead of Tories

14 June 2024
Reform UK downplays chances in Kent despite poll putting it ahead of Tories

The Reform UK party in Kent has downplayed the prospects of it winning seats in the county despite a new opinion poll putting it ahead of the Tories.

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‘Questions over potential tax hikes dominate reaction to Labour manifesto’

13 June 2024
‘Questions over potential tax hikes dominate reaction to Labour manifesto’

Political editor Paul Francis gives his analysis of Labour’s general election manifesto, which he says was more cautious than groundbreaking.

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‘Too many MPs get sucked into the Westminster bubble’

12 June 2024
‘Too many MPs get sucked into the Westminster bubble’

We speak to Gordon Henderson about what the future holds as he steps away from life in Westminster.

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‘Tory manifesto reflects party’s dilemma of pitching to two audiences’

11 June 2024
‘Tory manifesto reflects party’s dilemma of pitching to two audiences’

Political editor Paul Francis says the Conservative manifesto had a sense of déjà vu, notably on pledges focussed on immigration and asylum-seekers.

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‘Catastrophic D-Day blunder leaves indelible stain on Prime Minister’

10 June 2024
‘Catastrophic D-Day blunder leaves indelible stain on Prime Minister’

Just who was advising Rishi Sunak when he ducked out of D-Day commemorations early to do an election interview, asks political editor Paul Francis.

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Why tactical voting could make all the difference in Kent at general election

08 June 2024
Why tactical voting could make all the difference in Kent at general election

Tactical voting could prove crucial in two Kent seats in July. We look at who could benefit - and why even Carol Vorderman thinks it’s a good idea.

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The return of Farage to the political frontline and what it means for Kent

04 June 2024
The return of Farage to the political frontline and what it means for Kent

After one of recent political history’s most significant U-turns, Nigel Farage proves again that love him or loathe him, he is an astute politician

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‘Now Brexit is done, many ask if the Reform party is still relevant’

03 June 2024
‘Now Brexit is done, many ask if the Reform party is still relevant’

The Nigel Farage Reform roadshow pitched up in Kent and rolled out all the hits last week - but what impact can the party have?

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Veterans to clash over Kent seat after Conservatives choose former military man

01 June 2024
Veterans to clash over Kent seat after Conservatives choose former military man

Election battle pitches former soldiers into tussle for Dover

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Nigel Farage in Kent ‘like Ukip tribute act circa 2015’

28 May 2024
Nigel Farage in Kent ‘like Ukip tribute act circa 2015’

Our political editor gives his verdict on Nigel Farage’s press conference in Dover this morning.

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‘Labour wins bragging rights in week one - but campaign is a marathon, not a sprint’

28 May 2024
‘Labour wins bragging rights in week one - but campaign is a marathon, not a sprint’

After a soggy election announcement and an ‘exodus’ of Tory MPs, political editor Paul Francis thinks Labour has come out on top in week one.

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Local Tory chief: ‘Defection won’t cost us seat’

23 May 2024
Local Tory chief: ‘Defection won’t cost us seat’

A defiant Conservative chairman has issued a rallying cry, declaring the party can still win its Kent seat back.

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‘Op Brock is not the answer - we need an alternative’

23 May 2024
‘Op Brock is not the answer - we need an alternative’

The leader of Kent County Council has voiced his disquiet over the reliance on Operation Brock to ease disruption and delays on the M20.

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MP returns to Parliament to rousing standing ovation after sepsis battle

22 May 2024
MP returns to Parliament to rousing standing ovation after sepsis battle

A Kent MP who lost his arms and legs in a battle with sepsis has received a rousing standing ovation on his emotional return to the House of Commons.

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Bill for delayed post-Brexit border controls hits £4.7 billion

20 May 2024
Bill for delayed post-Brexit border controls hits £4.7 billion

The government has been urged to do more to clarify arrangements for new post-Brexit border checks in Kent.

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‘Is ban on rainbow lanyards really the most pressing issue for government?’

20 May 2024
‘Is ban on rainbow lanyards really the most pressing issue for government?’

As the country grapples with a cost-of-living crisis, recession and NHS delays, the ‘minister for common sense’ has been busy… banning lanyards.

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Eurostar rivals could get £50m boost to run trains

16 May 2024
Eurostar rivals could get £50m boost to run trains

Eurostar could face new rivals after Eurotunnel said it was prepared to offer £50m to help other operators run trains across Channel.

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Live animal exports set to finally be outlawed after 50 years

14 May 2024
Live animal exports set to finally be outlawed after 50 years

A long-awaited ban on the live export of animals is finally set to come into force - 50 years after campaigners started fighting for the rule.

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‘Rarely has a defection backfired quite so spectacularly as Elphicke’s’

14 May 2024
‘Rarely has a defection backfired quite so spectacularly as Elphicke’s’

Political editor Paul Francis says Natalie Elphicke’s “baffling and futile” defection to Labour is far from the coup Keir Starmer hoped it would be…

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'How's the UK faring post-Brexit? Just look at political shenanigans over new border checks'

07 May 2024
'How's the UK faring post-Brexit? Just look at political shenanigans over new border checks'

The “perplexing” decision to carry out border checks 22 miles inland has caused much political wrangling, writes columnist Paul Francis…

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