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Former Saga offices at Cheriton Parc near Folkestone to be turned into homes despite concerns

Councillors accused of 'ambushing' calls for a future in nuclear energy at former power plant site at Dungeness

Concerns over rise of graffiti in Folkestone

Concerns over rise of graffiti in Folkestone Published: 06:00, 18 January 2021 Vandals who use Folkestone as a colouring book for their bad drawings have been condemned by the residents, councillors and the district council. It follows reports that graffiti is on the rise in the seaside town, with one councillor claiming they ve never seen it as bad as it is now. Graffiti is on the rise in Folkestone. Picture: Mary Lawes Peter Phillips, manager of the Folkestone Town Sprucer project, which helps keep the town clean, says he has seen an increase in the amount of graffiti during lockdown. He added: I had a lady call me in tears because she had her wall tagged.

Folkestone's third McDonald's is rejected at planning committee

Folkestone s third McDonald s is rejected at planning committee  |  Plans for a pointless new McDonald s restaurant and drive-thru have been rejected. The drive-thru McDonald s restaurant has been rejected. Stock photo But councillors on Folkestone and Hythe District Council s (FHDC) planning committee voted against the scheme at their meeting last night, held virtually. Members refused the development based on their concerns about highway safety and sustainability. Fears were also raised over increased litter, pollution and noise in the area if the new build was erected. Councillors were also worried about its close proximity to schools and the M20 motorway - which already produces high CO2 emissions.