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The Folkestone & Hythe District Council logo on a green background.

15 Oct 2025

Support for climate change law proposal

Calls for new climate change legislation have been backed by Folkestone & Hythe District Council.

The fully restored statue of St Eanswythe at Radnor Park in Folkestone with councillors (left to right) Cllr Connor McConville, Cllr Tim Prater, Cllr Belinda Walker and Cllr Jim Martin

14 Oct 2025

Folkestone's patron saint back in her rightful place

A sculpture depicting St Eanswythe – the patron saint of Folkestone – has been restored.

A library photo of houses being built

13 Oct 2025

Folkestone & Hythe design code survey

Folkestone & Hythe District Council is asking residents for their views on the design of new development to help shape future policy

An image of F&HDC staff being awarded at the IRRV Awards 2025

9 Oct 2025

Recognition for support and inclusion

Folkestone & Hythe District Council has been again awarded for its work in supporting its most vulnerable residents.

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