• EP41: Docklands, trolleys Budget bombshells and a broken bridge, with special guest Ashford MP Sojan Joseph

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EP41: Docklands, trolleys Budget bombshells and a broken bridge, with special guest Ashford MP Sojan Joseph

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  • THE KENT POLITICS PODCAST

    Episode 41 - Docklands, trolleys Budget bombshells and a broken bridge, with special guest Ashford MP Sojan Joseph

    Welcome to the latest episode of the Kent Politics Podcast, your ultimate source for in-depth discussions on both local and national political matters. This week we explore significant developments impacting both Kent's and the UK's political landscape.

    Key Segments:

    Local Government Updates:

    • Chatham Docks Controversy:
      • Medway Council’s planning decision stands as Angela Rayner decides not to intervene.
      • Mixed reactions from local stakeholders including former MP Kelly Tolhurst.
    • Canterbury Shopping Trolleys Debate:
      • Canterbury City Council explores increased fines for abandoned trolleys.
      • Motion passes unanimously; potential impacts on supermarkets discussed.

    Infrastructure Challenges:

    • Teston Bridge Closure Impact:
      • Recent damage causing traffic congestion and extended school runs.
      • Local opinions suggest need for additional infrastructure solutions.

    National Political Insights – Westminster Watch:

    • Analysis of Rachel Reeves' first budget emphasising investment over austerity measures:
      • No increase in income tax or employee NI contributions; focus shifts to employers’ responsibilities.
      • Significant investments planned across NHS, education, public transport, and more.

    Spotlight Interview with Sojan Joseph:

    • Discusses his journey from Kerala to becoming Ashford’s new Labour MP after 27 years of Conservative representation by Damian Green.
    • Priorities include healthcare access improvements, economic stability efforts, road maintenance advocacy, and restoring Eurostar services at Ashford International Station.

    Thanks for listening to the Kent Politics Podcast - don't forget to check out stories throughout the week on the politics pages of KentOnline, and you can watch the Kent Politics Show with Rob Bailey on KMTV every Friday at 5pm or on demand at www.kmtv.co.uk

    Don't forget to look out for more episodes of the Kent Politics Podcast, along with other shows at www.im-listening.co.uk or wherever you listen you your podcasts.

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THE KENT POLITICS PODCAST

Episode 41 - Docklands, trolleys Budget bombshells and a broken bridge, with special guest Ashford MP Sojan Joseph

Welcome to the latest episode of the Kent Politics Podcast, your ultimate source for in-depth discussions on both local and national political matters. This week we explore significant developments impacting both Kent's and the UK's political landscape.

Key Segments:

Local Government Updates:

  • Chatham Docks Controversy:
    • Medway Council’s planning decision stands as Angela Rayner decides not to intervene.
    • Mixed reactions from local stakeholders including former MP Kelly Tolhurst.
  • Canterbury Shopping Trolleys Debate:
    • Canterbury City Council explores increased fines for abandoned trolleys.
    • Motion passes unanimously; potential impacts on supermarkets discussed.

Infrastructure Challenges:

  • Teston Bridge Closure Impact:
    • Recent damage causing traffic congestion and extended school runs.
    • Local opinions suggest need for additional infrastructure solutions.

National Political Insights – Westminster Watch:

  • Analysis of Rachel Reeves' first budget emphasising investment over austerity measures:
    • No increase in income tax or employee NI contributions; focus shifts to employers’ responsibilities.
    • Significant investments planned across NHS, education, public transport, and more.

Spotlight Interview with Sojan Joseph:

  • Discusses his journey from Kerala to becoming Ashford’s new Labour MP after 27 years of Conservative representation by Damian Green.
  • Priorities include healthcare access improvements, economic stability efforts, road maintenance advocacy, and restoring Eurostar services at Ashford International Station.

Thanks for listening to the Kent Politics Podcast - don't forget to check out stories throughout the week on the politics pages of KentOnline, and you can watch the Kent Politics Show with Rob Bailey on KMTV every Friday at 5pm or on demand at www.kmtv.co.uk

Don't forget to look out for more episodes of the Kent Politics Podcast, along with other shows at www.im-listening.co.uk or wherever you listen you your podcasts.

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