Suella Braverman spoke about the Conservatives being the ‘party of family’ and wanting to spend more time with her children in a conversation with Christopher Hope. The former Home Secretary joined Christopher Hope in his weekly podcast with GB News, C…
‘Expect smoke and mirrors from Labour instead of a detailed plan on immigration,’ says Robert Buckland
When it came to immigration, Labour’s election manifesto was heavy on criticism, but light on positive policies. A few points about strengthening home-grown skills, getting the Migration Advisory Committee to work more closely with other government age…
UK weather forecast: Topical humidity to unleash thundery deluge on Britain to spark misery across country
Easterly winds hitting a plume of tropical humidity over Britain will ‘converge’ to unleash a thundery deluge through the start of August. Britain’s summer is about to go back through the wash cycle with ‘hefty’ showers forecast this weekend. Sunshine-…
20 dogs in Kent, from Last Chance Animal Rescue, searching for a forever home
For most people, a household pet becomes more than just an animal – they become part of the family. Here, we’ve profiled 20 of Last Chance Animal Rescues’ adorable pooches in Kent who are desperate to find their forever homes… Nala, 2, cavalier x chi…
Punters left shocked after being egged in drive-by attack outside The Ship Inn, a gay pub in Rochester/Chatham High Street
Punters were left shocked and traumatised after being egged in a drive-by attack outside a town’s gay bar. The occupants of the speeding vehicle also hurled obscenities at them as they stood on the pavement at The Ship Inn in Rochester High Street. Pol…
Opinion: Playing a Kent version of Monopoly at today’s prices could see a simple game turn into a six-month marathon
There have been Monopoly sets created with Kent landmarks – even special editions for particular towns. But what if you played a realistic version today? With properties at market prices. For starters, if you thought a game normally seemed to last for …
Woodpecker FC’s volunteer-run food van vandalised at Temple Mill Primary School in Strood
A football club’s volunteer-run food van has been broken into and vandalised in an act members say is “soul destroying”. Michael Winfield, chairman of Woodpecker FC, said the break-in at Temple Mill Primary School, Strood, happened on Wednesday or Thur…
Eastry Fish Bar, near Sandwich, to close at the end of August after 43-year stint in village
A much-loved fish and chip shop will close at the end of the month as its long-time owners are retiring after 43 years at the helm. Keith and Christine Johnson have confirmed they are finally hanging up their aprons and calling time on Eastry Fish Bar,…
‘Walking and buses won’t be feasible for most of Duchy of Cornwall and Prince William’s 2,500-home estate in Faversham
Prince Williams’ development firm behind plans for a 2,500-home estate has been accused of taking “a laissez-faire” approach towards transport. The masterplan for the Duchy of Cornwall’s massive housing project next to Brenley Corner in Faversham was f…
Oysterband and Le Vent du Nord to perform at this year’s Broadstairs Folk Week
A week-long folk festival with free pub gigs, shanty singing sessions and country dance classes is back this summer. For the 59th year, Broadstairs Folk Week will be taking over the town’s indoor and outdoor venues with 90 artists set to perform. This …