This story first appeared on Kent Live on 19th July 2016. WASPI, the Women Against State Pension Inequality Campaign, attended a council meeting at Thanet District Council on Thursday, July 14.This was a turning point for WASPI, who unanimously gained the Council’s support in lobbying the Government. Their ultimate aim is to “achieve fair transitional […]
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Baby Mabel, a teacher’s tale
I’m sorry to bring this situation to your attention. I’ve been around a bit and seen a fair amount in my life, but I was shocked and horrified into sharing this story which was told to me first hand by a teacher. A young boy of 6 years old went to primary school. It was […]
Karen Constantine: District Councillor’s Report, June 2016
Fund raising efforts – pie and pint We raised a staggering £670 and then had a further donation from Unison of £370. And a £60 donation given to me at a Momentum film night. I’m planning another fund raiser to support Penny’s campaign. I feel it’s important that we keep up our own morale and […]
Pie and a Pint evening – Thank you
Chris and I were delighted to hold a pie and a pint fundraiser on Saturday night (11th June). We were thrilled that so many people took the time to come along and absolutely staggered at everyone’s generosity. It was great for us to meet new people but also heartening to see people meeting Facebook friends! […]
Talking Newington, Thanet and Europe on Academy FM
Here I am being interviewed by Doc Atherton on Thanet’s local radio station, Academy FM. It was an hour long lively and wide ranging interview. I spoke about the role of district councillors and the care that should be taken when selecting candidates. We do need good committed ethical councillors to serve our local communities, they deserve no […]
David Green, a team player for Newington
I was, as you can imagine, throughly miserable when I lost the election in 2015 to UKIP’s Vince Munday. Even on polling day, he didn’t turn up at all. I knew then that his heart just wasn’t in it. It was no surprise when he resigned and a by-election was called. It was my good fortune […]
Karen Constantine: District Councillor’s Report, April 2016
Case work There are a growing numbers of enquires coming through. I make calls & emails on a daily basis and, whilst having a busy day job, I can easily ‘factor’ these in. My phone number and email are ‘out there’. So far, I have had rubbish removed for people (very simple and straightforward and TDC very helpful). There […]
My thoughts on Manston
Originally posted on social media. It’s time for some fresh thinking. Stencil Park (SHP) offers a genuine opportunity to generate long term prosperity & economic growth in Thanet. It could give Ramsgate a real boost & in particular could provide decent work & careers for our younger residents. Much needed in the present malaise. Ramsgate […]
Newington walkabout with Madeline Homer
I met with Thanet District Council Chief Executive Officer, Madeline Homer for a walkabout in Newington recently. Despite the bitter cold the 2.5 hours walk around was a useful exercise. I was able to raise a number of issues with her and another council official, Gavin Waite, Director for Operational Services. These are the points I raised […]
Karen Constantine: Trade Union Liaison Officer report 2015-16
I greatly enjoyed my year as South Thanet TULO officer, to be able to support our great PPC candidate Will Scobie throughout the general election was a privilege and an experience not easily topped and never to be forgotten. I have completed a handover to the new TULO officers, Stuart McCann for South Thanet, also […]