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News

A photograph of an empty council chamber, from the chair's position, at the Civic Centre in Folkestone.

2 Apr 2025

Consent for current governance structure to remain

Support has been given for Folkestone & Hythe District Council to retain its existing decision-making system.

An image three pictures, from left to right: a woman using a smart one, the F&HDC Civic Centre council building, and on the right someone using a laptop

2 Apr 2025

Help shape the future of council services

Folkestone & Hythe District Council wants to know how it can make access to its services easier and more convenient.

An image showing a note pad with a various amount of colouring pencils and paint

28 Mar 2025

Anti-litter poster competition launched

Folkestone & Hythe District Council is asking young artists to support a campaign encouraging people to do the right thing and put their litter in the bin.

A photograph of a previous incident of fly-tipping in the district.

27 Mar 2025

Fly-tippers and litter culprits to pay the price

Residents and visitors who blight the district’s environment will face tougher consequences from next week.

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