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EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 8 MIN

EP121: Political Turmoil in Medway, Social Media Bans and the End-of-Life Debate

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Kent Politics Podcast: Episode Highlights Host: Nikki White Key Topics: Medway Reform Group Turmoil Deputy Leader Robbie Lammas exits the party. Criticises Reform for being "unserious" and plagued by internal strife. Initially defected from Tories post-2024 elections but now regrets it. Plans to sit as an independent with a potential return to Conservatives. Faversham's Radical Right Movement Rise of 'Raise the Colours' movement in Faversham. Protests against asylum seekers housing escalate tensions. Disruption during Faversham Town Council meeting on sanctuary status. Social Media Ban for Under 16s UK government plans ban on social media access for under 16s by next spring. Broad support following consultation; aims to protect youth from harmful content. Concerns about balancing education and tech skills development. Terminally Ill Adults End-of-Life Bill Rochester MP Lauren Edwards seeks reintroduction of controversial bill in Parliament. Listener Engagement: Submit topics or questions via email or voice note at kentpoliticspodcast.co.uk Stay Updated: Visit Kent Online for more political news and sign up for newsletters. Watch KMTV’s Politics Show every Friday at 5pm or catch up on demand at kmtv.co.uk. Thanks for listening to the Kent Politics Podcast - don't forget to check out stories throughout the week on the politics pages of KentOnline, and you can watch the Kent Politics Show on KMTV every Friday at 5pm or on demand at www.kmtv.co.ukDon't forget to look out for more episodes of the Kent Politics Podcast, along with other shows at kmfm.co.uk or wherever you get your podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Political drama and social media bans take centre stage in this week's Kent Politics Podcast! Join Nikki White, senior news editor with the KM Media Group, as she delves into Medway's political turbulence following Councillor Robbie Lammas' dramatic departure from the Reform Party. Discover why he’s now sitting as an independent and what led to his change of heart. Highlights include: - The impact of a proposed social media ban for under 16s in the UK. - A deep dive into Faversham's radical right street politics and local activism. - Rochester MP Lauren Edwards’ push to reintroduce a pivotal end-of-life bill.

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