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Reform backtrack on claim ‘trans-related’ library book was in children’s section

Reform have rowed back on leader’s social media claims the adult-aimed book was found in the children’s section

The Independent UK · Jul 5, 2025

Reform UK run council removes all trans books from children’s library section

Kent County Council leader claims removing ‘trans material’ from shelves is ‘victory for common sense in Kent’

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2025

Reform UK’s Musk-style efficiency unit will ‘take as long as it takes’

A Reform spokesperson heralded the first Doge meeting at Kent Count Council as ‘very productive’ but admits there is no timeframe for recommendations.

Evening Standard · Jun 3, 2025

New Reform-led council will remove Pride and Ukrainian flags

Reform UK has officially taken control of Kent County Council following the party’s victory in May’s local elections.

Evening Standard · May 22, 2025

Sir Ed Davey signs ‘magic spatulas’ during local election visit

Sir Ed visited Lib Dem campaigners in Tunbridge Wells feeling ‘optimistic’ about their chances in the elections on Thursday.

Evening Standard · Apr 30, 2025

New reception centres planned to host unaccompanied child asylum-seekers in Kent

Kent County Council is pressing for funding from the Home Office for urgent accommodation.

The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2023

Judge notes falling number of lone child migrants going into hotels

But Mr Justice Chamberlain suggests that the Home Office should do more to eliminate the use of hotels to house unaccompanied child asylum-seekers.

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023

Lone child asylum seekers aged 13 placed in hotels despite ruling, court hears

The Home Office’s ‘routine’ housing of unaccompanied young people in hotels was previously found to be unlawful by the High Court.

The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023

Sadiq Khan urges county councils to let TfL erect Ulez signs

A spokeswoman for Mr Khan urged Surrey, Kent and Hertfordshire councils to ‘do what’s best for their residents and drivers’.

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2023

Ruling over child asylum seekers in hotels ‘landmark day for children’s rights’

Several charities welcomed the High Court’s ruling on Thursday.

The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023