The Kent Politics Podcast

EP52: Three Dodgy Dealers, One Dodgy Copper and a City for Medway, featuring Sir Paul Carter

Episode Summary

Join Simon and the team on this week's episode of The Kent Politics Podcast as they explore key local issues, from Medway's bid for city status to a significant police misconduct hearing. We'll also discuss Kent Trading Standards' recent victory against car fraudsters and unravel the complexities surrounding the proposed Lower Thames Crossing. This week's special guest is Sir Paul Carter.

Episode Notes

THE KENT POLITICS PODCAST 

Episode 52 - Three Dodgy Dealers, One Dodgy Copper and a City for Medway, featuring Sir Paul Carter 

On this week's episode: 

Episode Highlights:

• Empowering Entrepreneurs: The host discusses the importance of supporting entrepreneurs to boost the economy.
• Local Government Insights: Dive into Medway's bid for city status, police misconduct hearings, and a car mileage fraud case in Kent.
• Lower Thames Crossing Update: Learn about recent government backing and its implications on local congestion.

Key Segments:

Medway City Status Bid

• Medway Council seeks city status as a last chance before potential council abolition.
• Mixed reactions from locals; concerns over erasing town identities.

Police Misconduct Hearing

• Detective Sergeant Gary Stamp dismissed for gross misconduct after allegations of sexual assault.

Car Mileage Fraud Conviction

• Three men convicted for reducing car mileage by millions to inflate resale value. Suspended sentences issued.

Lower Thames Crossing Development

• Chancellor Rachel Reeves supports privately financed £9 billion project to alleviate Dartford traffic issues.

Special Feature: Westminster Watch

Explore major political developments affecting both local and national landscapes with our regular feature "Westminster Watch."

Interview with Sir Paul Carter:

Discusses impending changes in local government structure, including potential mayoral elections and unitarisation of councils. Offers insights into his leadership experience at Kent County Council.