Reform UK plans to raise Kent’s council tax by up to 5% despite a major funding boost. The Lib Dems accuse the party of breaking promises, while Reform says rising demand means services are “down to the bare bones” and need more money.
Reform UK has voted to scrap Kent’s Climate Emergency Declaration — ignoring science, risking flood protection, clean energy progress, and green jobs. Lib Dems oppose this reckless move and remain committed to urgent, evidence-based climate action.
Maidstone Lib Dems have proposed extending the Kent Downs National Landscape to include the Greensand Ridge & Len Valley, protecting more countryside around Hollingbourne, Harrietsham & Lenham. (Click on image for more details)
Reform UK councillors want to scrap Kent’s climate emergency declaration. That would be a huge step backwards. Kent communities are already facing more flooding and heatwaves. We must act – not deny. Read our response & help stop this motion.
Maidstone’s Lib Dem–Green–Independent Coalition is leading the fight against fly-tipping. A joint operation with Kent Police seized a repeat offender’s vehicle, issued a £2,000 fine, and sent a clear message: waste crime will not be tolerated.
Liberal Democrat councillors stood alongside local residents and other councillors to confront a small but noisy hard-right protest in Maidstone, calling instead for compassion, unity, and a community that refuses to be divided by hate.