Kent County Council Elections 2025

Kent Liberal Democrats' key goals at Kent County Council level are

Health

• Improving NHS accountability and patient representation
• Expanding personal care budgets to 50% of care receivers
• Supporting public health campaigns to prevent common health issues
• Ensuring faster access to GP appointments
• Reducing NHS waiting times, especially for children

Environment

• Creating a Green industrial strategy to support Kent's transition to net zero
• Improving air quality across the county
• Increasing the number of Blue Flag beaches
• Protecting ancient woodland
• Keeping all Household Waste Recycling Centers open

Transport

• Supporting and enhancing bus services across the county
• Investing in safer walking and cycling infrastructure
• Promoting 20mph zones in residential areas
• Fixing potholes and improving road maintenance
• Working to end Operation Brock and its disruption to Kent

Education

• Making selective education fairer
• Consulting on school term dates to help families with holiday costs
• Improving school transport, especially for SEND pupils
• Preserving libraries as community hubs
• Supporting skills development to boost Kent's economy

Social Care

• Implementing digital platforms to connect care users with support networks
• Providing consistent funding for personal care
• Supporting unpaid carers with respite breaks
• Creating clear career pathways for care workers
• Establishing a Kent Commissioner for Older People and Ageing

Democracy & Finance

• Advocating for fair central government funding
• Using county assets more effectively
• Supporting maximum devolution of power from Whitehall to Kent
• Implementing proportional representation in local elections
• Improving transparency and accessibility in local governance

Vote Liberal Democrat on May 1st to elect local champions who will deliver a fairer future for all Kent residents.