Latest news

  • A brighter future is taking shape

    Work on the Folkestone – A Brighter Future project is progressing with a quarter of the ambitious programme now complete.

    Published: 31 July 2025

    An image of the former Folkestone bus station area visualisation
  • New district dog control measures given go-ahead

    Renewed measures to try to reduce dog fouling and ensure pets are kept under control in the district’s parks, open areas – and especially near play areas – have been agreed.

    Published: 17 July 2025

    Two dogs off their leads running together on open ground.
  • Further funding for rural areas

    An allocation of just under £180,000 from central government via the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) has been granted to Folkestone & Hythe District Council.

    Published: 16 July 2025

    An image of the Romney Marsh countryside
  • Approval for new Corporate Plan

    The council’s ambitious plan for its vision and direction for the Folkestone & Hythe district over the coming years has been given the green light.

    Published: 26 June 2025

    Front cover of Corporate Plan document

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