Some of the election candidates at the Maidstone count are getting their first clue as to how well they have done.

Conservative Helen Whately has been elected the new MP for Faversham and Mid Kent

Veteran Tory Sir Roger Gale has secured an eighth term as MP for North Thanet after winning a majority of 11,000

Polling stations across the UK have closed with exit polls predicting the Conservatives will be the largest party.

The sports hall at Mote Park Leisure Centre is awaiting the arrival of the first ballot box after the closure of the polls in the general election.

Even his father of the bride duties didn't stop one dad casting his vote... with bride in tow!

The KM Group's political editor takes a wry look at an election campaign that has featured, a Pub Landlord, celebrity cook, mice... and Chewbacca.

Celebs, scandals, protests and gaffes - the 2015 election campaign in Kent was nothing if not eventful. We bring you the most memorable moments...

Shoppers were quizzed on which national figures they could identify...the results may surprise you.

The first ballot boxes have arrived at Mote Hall - only 10 minutes after the close of polling.

A Labour campaign assistant and council candidate has switched to Ukip.

An army of people are preparing for what is set to be a gripping and hectic election day when the polls open tomorrow.

On election night, we've got Kent covered! Here's how to find the latest news from the counts where you live... as it happens.

A Ukip candidate who was filmed threatening to "put a bullet" between the eyes of his Tory rival in a shocking rant has been suspended from the party.

A local authority has confirmed it has received a number of calls from people who have not been sent the correct ballot papers.

The Prime Minister has supported the re-opening of Manston airport with the Conservatives' five-point plan.

An Indian immigrant standing for Ukip in the local elections insists the party is not "playing a card" by including him as a prospective candidate.

Celebrity chef Delia Smith is to visit Thanet to give backing to Labour candidate Will Scobie.

Nick Clegg makes his second visit to the county with just a few days to go before the election and toasts a certain Royal baby

Comedian Paul O’Grady, from Kent, vows to move to Italy if David Cameron wins Thursday’s election.