National Liberal Democrat News - East Riding Liberal Democrats

Sources of funding and funding advice for local community groups

There are a range of potential funding options for local organisations and groups seeking grants and support for their work in Shepway and beyond. Shepway District Council have put together a list of some of those funding sources, in addition to its own Shepway Community chest scheme, grants from Kent County Councillors and grants from some Town and Parish Councils such as Folkestone Town Council and Sandgate Parish Council.

24 Sep 2010

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Government announces plans for new transport fund

Plans for a new Local Sustainable Transport Fund have been announced by Lib Dem Local Transport minister Norman Baker. It will challenge local transport authorities outside London to develop packages of measures that support economic growth and reduce carbon in their communities as well as delivering cleaner environments, improved safety and increased levels of physical activity.

24 Sep 2010

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Coalition looks set for the long term, says Liz Lynne after Nick Clegg's keynote speech

Nick Clegg and the Liberal Democrats have proved they are rising to the challenge of being a party of government, says local Euro MP Liz Lynne after the leader's keynote speech on Monday afternoon.

24 Sep 2010

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Lib Dem Action Across Brighton Hill

Councillors Brian Gurden, Kevin Harkess and John Barnes regularly check and take comments from residents in Brighton Grove.

24 Sep 2010

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Homeground Coffee Morning for MacMillan Nursing

I was greeted with excellent hospitality by Neil and Kate at the Homeground Café in the Old High Street. As we sat and chatted with the managers of the café we began to grasp a better understanding of the changing sense of belonging that the artists, apartment tenants and business owners are beginning to develop.

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by Folkestone Mayor Tom McNeice

24 Sep 2010

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Gurkha Memorial Fundraiser with Kishor Gurung. Classical Guitarist

we were greeted at the Tower Theatre on North Road with a welcome drink which gave the opportunity to meet the other people attending this event. As always, the Nepalese women were dressed in the most beautiful saris. Welcome speeches were made, including one from me, and the background to the plan for a Gurkha Memorial on the Leas was described.

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by Folkestone Mayor Tom McNeice

24 Sep 2010

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