The Kent Politics Podcast

EP27 : Tower blocks, cameras and local government expert Jonathan Carr-West

Episode Summary

Unlock the secrets of local governance with the latest episode of the Kent Politics Podcast! 🎙️ Dive into an enlightening discussion on how political decisions impact life in Kent. From tower block refurbishments to controversial traffic enforcement, and heartfelt stories from a young Ukrainian refugee to Tory leadership speculations, this episode covers it all. Key takeaways include: - The financial challenges faced by councils and potential solutions under Labour's new government. - Insights into local housing developments and their implications for residents. - An emotional account from a teenager that moved council members to tears. Don't miss out on these riveting conversations—tune in now for your dose of political clarity and community matters!

Episode Notes

THE KENT POLITICS PODCAST 

Episode 27:  Tower blocks, cameras and local government expert Jonathan Carr-West 

 In this episode of the Kent Politics Podcast, we explore pressing issues affecting local government and national politics. The discussion focuses on the financial struggles of councils, potential policy changes under Labour leadership, housing refurbishments in Thanet, traffic enforcement technology in Medway and local government insights from special guest Johnathan Carr-West - CEO o LGIU. 

FEATURED TOPICS:  

Financial crisis facing many UK councils 

Local government insights with Jonathan Carr-West (CEO of LGIU) 

Tower block refurbishment costs doubling in Thanet 

Installation of AMPR cameras for traffic enforcement in Medway 

Inspirational story of Ukrainian teen's adaptation to life in Kent 

WESTMINSTER WATCH:  

Conservative Party leadership search post-Rishi Sunak era 

Potential unity candidate speculation 

GUEST SPOTLIGHT:  

Jonathan Carr-West shares his expertise on the future trajectory of local government funding and operations under a Labour-led administration.