An MP has backed an amended sewage bill, saying he is now satisfied it goes far enough to tackle dumping.

Political editor Paul Francis analyses the week in politics that was dominated by a 'sleaze row' and yet another u-turn.

A Tory MP says she stands by her decision to back a controversial vote which just hours later ended with a major government u-turn.

An asylum seeker has died after attempting to cross the Channel - becoming the fourth person to lose their life trying to reach the UK in two weeks.

A Kent MP has defended the vote which rejected a recommendation to suspend a backbench colleague - who has subsequently resigned.

Shopkeepers and councillors have hit back at plans to raise parking charges - arguing it will put people off visiting already struggling high streets.

The 14-year-old daughter of a Kent MP has spoken out about the danger of self-harm content online.

The number of asylum seekers crossing the Channel has risen sixfold compared to October last year, latest figures have revealed.

Lone child asylum seekers have been going missing from social services-run hotels in Kent.

A five-year moratorium on smart motorway schemes to allow for a proper assessment of their safety has been suggested and could lead to changes on M20.

The fate of a 1930s cinema - which could be turned into flats - remains in the balance.

A former cabinet member sacked in a row over a council's housing plan says not all areas are taking their fair share of development.

A call from Labour for a review of a borough council's senior executive structure was dismissed by the council leader as "way off the agenda."

An eight-year-old boy is working with the council on transforming his playground after sending a letter to the council as part of a school assignment.

Political editor Paul Francis analyses the week in politics that was dominated by the Chancellor's budget and promises of a spending splurge.

Residents, businesses and community groups are being given one last chance to comment on the development plan for their borough.

There's no gunpowder or treason yet, but plenty of plot as peninsula rebels fly the Kent flag in defiance of Medway Council.

Two Kent seaside towns are set to receive more than £25 million in investment as part of a major regeneration project.

The Chancellor has set out his Covid recovery budget – here's what was in it and what it means for Kent.

Campaigners are rejoicing after the House of Lords voted again to place a legal duty on water firms to limit the amount of sewage pumped into the sea.