Latest news

  • 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
  • Love your beach this summer

    Several initiatives to help reduce the amount of litter around the district’s coastline are being launched.

    Published: 5 June 2025

    An image of a Veolia crew member using the ebike collection vehicle along Sandgate Beach
  • Landslide work set to begin in autumn

    Cliff stabilisation work below The Leas in Folkestone is due to start later this year ahead of the refurbishment of the Lower Leas Coastal Park play area.

    Published: 23 May 2025

    A photograph of the landslide off The Leas in Folkestone taken in 2024.

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