In which we take a look back at another busy week in Medway politics..
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— The Political Medway (@MedwayPolitics) March 23, 2019
He also uses the blog to highlight how we don't have a contact address or details of ownership. We have a public email address and would think it's pretty clear who owns this thing given our two faces are literally the logo, but here we are.
— The Political Medway (@MedwayPolitics) March 23, 2019
It's @stevenkeevil's 40th birthday today. Combine that with upcoming elections and you'll probably get to watch him having a mid-life crisis in real time, right here on Twitter. Stay with us.
— The Political Medway (@MedwayPolitics) March 23, 2019
Curious @MedwayTories developments in Rainham North where candidate Ian Hookway has seemingly been replaced by Kirstine Carr. pic.twitter.com/MsX6qwReZk
— The Political Medway (@MedwayPolitics) March 25, 2019
Pretty astounded that @Andrew__Kennedy has managed to craft a narrative that he was oblivious to this when it was raised in 2016. Literally unbelievable. https://t.co/mhePGjJwcZ
— The Political Medway (@MedwayPolitics) March 26, 2019
When you realise quitting your job to hang out with your new and apparently cooler friends wasn’t a great idea. https://t.co/suoSyve4I9
— The Political Medway (@MedwayPolitics) March 26, 2019
We can now confirm that all three Medway MPs voted the same way in tonight's indicative Brexit votes – all three voted in favour of no deal, but against all other options.
— The Political Medway (@MedwayPolitics) March 27, 2019
We wouldn't be able to do this thing without your generous donations. Thanks this week to Ms. Aloof, Chris Brown, Caila, and our anonymous donors. Help keep us going here: https://t.co/MqQy73junc
— The Political Medway (@MedwayPolitics) March 28, 2019
The poll cards are coming! The poll cards are coming! It’s a bit like the Coca Cola ad at Christmas but for politics nerds. https://t.co/bCdJ7dD9Fh
— The Political Medway (@MedwayPolitics) March 28, 2019
The absolute state of this. Five weeks before local elections, and Chris Spalding's independent grouping is literally begging strangers to stand. pic.twitter.com/QsOMbGxRcf
— The Political Medway (@MedwayPolitics) March 28, 2019
All three Medway MPs voted in favour of the Brexit deal today. Anyone know what was different about it this week compared to last week?
— The Political Medway (@MedwayPolitics) March 29, 2019
#MedwayElects19 candidate list is filling out. 145 candidates fighting 55 seats:
— The Political Medway (@MedwayPolitics) March 30, 2019
55 @MedwayTories
55 @MedwayLabour
9 UKIP
8 @MedwayLibDems
4 @medwaygreens
2 Christian People’s Alliance
1 Animal Welfare Party
11 Independents
Know any others? Let us know!https://t.co/1hNixoUcBG
Medway Political Parties
Medway Conservatives
In Twydall, candidates Mark Joy, Natalie Jarvis & Jim Gilbourne also supported the #GBSpringClean2019 on Saturday, where a total over 32 volunteers collected 48 bags of litter (and a number of larger items that could not fit into bags) pic.twitter.com/q7lViZpoNj
— Medway Conservatives (@MedwayTories) March 25, 2019
Cllrs Tejan, Gulvin, Doe and Jarrett today visited the new hoardings unveiled for the Chatham Waterfront regeneration project in the town centre, providing more homes and affordable accommodation pic.twitter.com/HS4KIkzP4S
— Medway Conservatives (@MedwayTories) March 25, 2019
Medway Labour
Medway UKIP
Medway Liberal Democrats
Medway Greens
How about being brave and bold and signing this EDM @KellyTolhurst @Rehman_Chishti & @tracey_crouch ? #ClimateEmergency https://t.co/rz41I69eOz
— Medway Green Party (@medwaygreens) March 25, 2019
In Other News
Is Brexit going to affect the way you vote?https://t.co/WVNX8B9JOn
— Medway Messenger (@MedwayMessenger) March 26, 2019
Villagers in #Hoo are furious as lorries trying to get to an @amazon depot turn up at their doorstep and clog the narrow roads instead.
— KMTV (@KMTV_Kent) March 30, 2019
Full story from @Phil_Wellbrook here: https://t.co/sPIzBE8jDY pic.twitter.com/gLqiSJ8ZXN
Rehman About Town
Disappointed Parliament voted against PM Brexit Plan, creating uncertainty and potentially a long delay. As I explained to constituents Carol & Neil visiting @HouseofCommons today, I previously voted to keep No Deal option on the table — and will continue to push for this. pic.twitter.com/K4MuCafDP3
— Rehman Chishti (@Rehman_Chishti) March 29, 2019