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July 2025

Government Blocks Release of Information on Devolution for Kent and Medway
Minster told former leader of Kent County Council "nothing more to add" in terse exchange on plans
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The mercury rises at County Hall as Reform party sets out its plans
Opposition parties question 'savings' claims
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Choppy Waters for the Government over Small Boats
The numbers keep rising as smugglers stay one step ahead of the authorities.
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June 2025

A Reality Check for Reform UK as Challenges Mount Up
Government Spending Review could see across the board council tax rises.
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Off the rails? Reform party audit squad heads to Kent but it doesn't all go to plan
Party chairman quits job as hunt for inessential spending at County Hall highlighted.
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We're in a meeting...or maybe not...
Kent County Council scraps meetings as opposition parties complain Reform failing transparency test.
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May 2025

A Mexican-style stand-off over devolution in Kent?
The Reform Party formally takes control of the county council after its historic win.
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Political Row Leaves Voters Flagging
Parties exchange blows over hoisting of Ukrainian flag at County Hall
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Unions Fear Possible End of 'Working From Home' Contracts as Reform Party Takes Control at KCC
But policy backfires after party was revealed to be offering same perk.
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After poll success in Kent, Reform party seeks a leader
The Conservative leader has been ousted but who will replace him?
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