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‘People have lost licences, jobs, relationships over unfair fines - something must be done’

‘People have lost licences, jobs, relationships over unfair fines - something must be done’

A motorist is fighting to clear her name by appealing her case in crown court after being one of thousands stung by speeding fines.

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Government responds after Kent MP accuses them of ‘watering down’ grooming gang inquiries

Government responds after Kent MP accuses them of ‘watering down’ grooming gang inquiries

The Home Secretary has insisted “victim-centred” inquiries will be going ahead despite criticisms over their handling of the grooming gangs scandal.

‘Two years on from the cliff collapse - but we still don’t know where we stand’

‘Two years on from the cliff collapse - but we still don’t know where we stand’

Two years on since the chalk cliff gave way on a busy A-road, we return to the scene to find locals still counting the costs and their blessings.

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‘Unjust A20 speeding fines ruined my life in the space of a week’

‘Unjust A20 speeding fines ruined my life in the space of a week’

A motorist says he’s struggled to find work after “unjustly” being fined and handed a driving ban for exceeding a temporary 40mph speed limit.

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Kent MP quits as London councillor after 35 years

Kent MP quits as London councillor after 35 years

A Kent MP has decided to step down as a London councillor after more than three decades in the role.

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‘We need the government’s help to repair and reopen collapsed road’

‘We need the government’s help to repair and reopen collapsed road’

Nearly two years after a major landslip closed a busy road in north Kent, the government has been called on to discuss how to fund repairs.

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Disruption caused by roadworks in Kent on select committee agenda

Disruption caused by roadworks in Kent on select committee agenda

The county’s largest local authority has been invited to provide further evidence to the government about the growing disruption caused by roadworks.

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Kent farmer says government ‘unwilling to listen to reason’ over inheritance tax changes

Kent farmer says government ‘unwilling to listen to reason’ over inheritance tax changes

A farmer has branded the government’s proposed inheritance tax changes as “ill-thought-out” as ministers stand firm on the policy.

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Government calls in plans for £40m waterfront neighbourhood

Government calls in plans for £40m waterfront neighbourhood

A public inquiry will be held by the planning inspectorate after a council granted outline permission for a multi-million-pound scheme.

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GP closure branded ‘drastic’ as thousands sign petition against it

GP closure branded ‘drastic’ as thousands sign petition against it

More than 2,000 people are calling for a medical practice to reconsider closing down its village’s GP surgery as community leaders seek answers.

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Kent’s fast track devolution plan derails - so what happens next?

Kent’s fast track devolution plan derails - so what happens next?

The government’s decision to exclude Kent from its devolution “priority” programme has come as a major blow to the county’s political leaders.

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Fresh demands for action after thousands hit with ‘life-altering’ speeding fines

Fresh demands for action after thousands hit with ‘life-altering’ speeding fines

Motorists are continuing to call for fines handed out during a temporary speed limit change to be revoked, arguing there were “inadequate” signs.

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Ousted Tory MP vows to fight for his old Westminster seat

Ousted Tory MP vows to fight for his old Westminster seat

A former Conservative MP has become the first to declare he will attempt to fight for his old constituency in 2029.

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Hospital still waiting for watchdog report a year after visit by inspectors

Hospital still waiting for watchdog report a year after visit by inspectors

The A&E department at Kent’s biggest hospital is one of 500 services nationwide waiting long-term for important reports from the health watchdog.

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Future of vital sports club in doubt after government rejects 'back of fag packet' bid

Future of vital sports club in doubt after government rejects 'back of fag packet' bid

A closed sports centre described as the “heart of the community” faces an uncertain future after a funding bid was rejected in a scathing takedown.

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Rayner’s ‘Devolution Revolution’ of Kent councils to take major step forward

Rayner’s ‘Devolution Revolution’ of Kent councils to take major step forward

Sweeping reforms to the way local councils are run in the county will take a decisive next step later this week.

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Major businesses throw weight behind campaign for new £9bn river Crossing as ‘Frantic Friday’ approaches

Major businesses throw weight behind campaign for new £9bn river Crossing as ‘Frantic Friday’ approaches

A freight firm has joined a long list of businesses calling on the government to approve a controversial road and rail link between Kent and Essex.

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Kent councils in for ‘bumpy ride’ as government launches sweeping ‘devolution’ reforms

Kent councils in for ‘bumpy ride’ as government launches sweeping ‘devolution’ reforms

Kent’s councils have been told change is afoot as the Labour administration presses ahead with a speedy shake-up of local government.

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Kent MPs confirm which way they will vote on assisted dying bill today

Kent MPs confirm which way they will vote on assisted dying bill today

Three Kent MPs have confirmed they will vote in favour of today’s assisted dying bill, while five will oppose it - with several yet to decide.

McDonald’s worker ‘headbutted by yobs’ during weekend of disorder

McDonald’s worker ‘headbutted by yobs’ during weekend of disorder

Fast food workers have reported being assaulted by lawless teens as the town’s MP calls for action on anti-social behaviour in parliament.

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‘This will rip out the heart of Kent’: Farmers fear wipe out after inheritance tax bill

‘This will rip out the heart of Kent’: Farmers fear wipe out after inheritance tax bill

Families who have spent generations building up farming ventures fear the “destruction” of their way of life following changes to inheritance tax.

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‘Finish the job’: MPs call for Elizabeth line to be extended to Kent

‘Finish the job’: MPs call for Elizabeth line to be extended to Kent

Fresh calls have been made in parliament to urge the government to look at all possibilities of extending the underground network into the county.

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MP calls for more investment in dementia ahead of tomorrow’s budget

MP calls for more investment in dementia ahead of tomorrow’s budget

A Kent MP says an urgent call for action is needed to combat the £42 billion cost of the country’s leading cause of death.

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Nigel Farage’s invite to Kent Tories to defect to Reform ‘falls flat’

Nigel Farage’s invite to Kent Tories to defect to Reform ‘falls flat’

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage’s claim to have invited every Conservative member at Kent County Council to join his party met the same response.

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Kent drivers owe nearly £11m in unpaid ULEZ fines as revolt rages on

Kent drivers owe nearly £11m in unpaid ULEZ fines as revolt rages on

Most motorists hit with fines over London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone fines are still refusing to pay one year on as City Hall ramps up its enforcement.

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Labour’s first 100 days: Newly red seaside town gives verdict on Starmer’s ‘shaky start’

Labour’s first 100 days: Newly red seaside town gives verdict on Starmer’s ‘shaky start’

The new Labour government has reached the political landmark of 100 days in office. But how do voters in Kent feel it has gone?

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Major milestone for £32m new school building

Major milestone for £32m new school building

The rebuilding of a crumbling secondary school, which began last year after a campaign to raise funds, has now reached its highest point.

‘It’s a win-win’: MP backs free schools project ‘countering the gender imbalance’

‘It’s a win-win’: MP backs free schools project ‘countering the gender imbalance’

Girls are being encouraged to consider STEM subjects at schools.

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Disability benefits changes a “tax” on the vulnerable - says MP

Disability benefits changes a “tax” on the vulnerable - says MP

An MP has criticised changes to the way disability payments are calculated amid concerns over an increased in costs to the most vulnerable in society.

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‘Tories must win everyone back - not just Reform voters’

‘Tories must win everyone back - not just Reform voters’

A Kent MP in the running to be the next Tory leader says his party needs to go in a new “conservative direction” to win back voters.

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Elon Musk wades into Kent MP’s offensive tweets controversy

Elon Musk wades into Kent MP’s offensive tweets controversy

One of Kent's newest MPs has seen her offensive tweet shared to almost 200m followers via Elon Musk amid an ongoing Twitter/X spat with the PM.

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Kent MP apologises after offensive tweets resurface

Kent MP apologises after offensive tweets resurface

A newly-elected MP has apologised for a “significant error of judgement” after social media posts from 2009 resurfaced.

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MP who was close to death recalls his battle with sepsis

MP who was close to death recalls his battle with sepsis

Craig Mackinlay, the ex-MP who lost his hands and feet after contracting sepsis, has spoken of his near-death experience and the future of the Tories.

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‘Use it or lose it’ warning as bus route trial begins

‘Use it or lose it’ warning as bus route trial begins

Bus users are being urged to “use or lose” extra services put on to reconnect a town with its nearest hospital and a major shopping centre.

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Lower Thames Crossing funding to go ahead

Lower Thames Crossing funding to go ahead

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has spared the £9 billion Lower Thames Crossing from a series of sweeping cuts to national infrastructure schemes.

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Why bookies think Kent MP will make final two in Tory leadership race

Why bookies think Kent MP will make final two in Tory leadership race

Bookies say a Kent MP has a “big shout” of becoming the next leader of the Conservative party.

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We meet new MP on frontline of Kent’s small boats crisis

We meet new MP on frontline of Kent’s small boats crisis

We sit down with the new MP on the frontline of Kent’s small boats crisis.

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‘Everyone is shocked by this’ - PM horrified by soldier stabbing

‘Everyone is shocked by this’ - PM horrified by soldier stabbing

A part of Kent is in shock after a moped rider is believed to have stabbed a soldier as he walked home near an army barracks.

‘Labour don’t represent the working class any more - the Lib Dems do’

‘Labour don’t represent the working class any more - the Lib Dems do’

On this week’s episode of the Kent Politics Podcast our special guest is Lib Dem parliamentary candidate Dave Naghi.

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

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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Kent MP opens up on breast cancer diagnosis

Kent MP opens up on breast cancer diagnosis

An MP has urged women to go to their mammogram appointments following her breast cancer diagnosis and battle.

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Kent Tories facing massive losses at General Election

Kent Tories facing massive losses at General Election

Kent Tory MPs are facing massive losses at the general election, according to pollsters.

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What could happen on election day? Experts have their say on Kent Politics Podcast

What could happen on election day? Experts have their say on Kent Politics Podcast

In a special general election edition of the Kent Politics Podcast, we look at what might happen in the county on July 4.

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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak calls general election

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak calls general election

The Prime Minister has announced people will head to the polls for a general election in July.

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Labour backlash as Conservative Kent MP defects

Labour backlash as Conservative Kent MP defects

A Kent MP continues to face a backlash after defecting to the Labour Party – with new and old allies criticising the move and leader Keir Starmer.

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