Kent Politics Podcast

In this week’s Kent Politics Podcast, we discuss the neglect of water infrastructure in Kent and its impact on bathing water quality with Jim Martin. Also on this week’s episode we discuss Medway Council’s financial troubles, Dover District Council’s budget shortfall, Swale Borough Council’s net-zero challenges, public trust issues with Kent police, and the Green Party’s environmental ambitions. We also explore local councils’ strategies to cope with national policy impacts and economic constraints.

In Episode 2 of The Kent Politics Podcast, we discuss Medway Council’s £42 million housing investment, debate on council systems in Folkestone, and the impact of proposed job cuts in KCC’s children’s services. We also explore political strategies for upcoming elections with guest Mike Martin and address local issues like infrastructure and immigration policies.

Welcome to episode 1 of the Kent Politics Podcast with your host Simon Finlay. In this episode Simon delves into Kent County Council’s financial woes, Library threats, and Chatham Docks development controversies. We discuss the diverse criminal networks behind migrant boat crossings to Britain, explore deterrents like the Rwanda bill and the need for a global migration management plan akin to climate COP agreements is highlighted in a special interview with Natalie Elphicke MP.

Launching in January 2024