After almost 20 years working as a barrister, I came into politics in July 2024 to serve the community I love.
Folkestone and Hythe is where my children grew up, where I served as a trustee of a local charity, and where the most beautiful coastline, sunrises and sunsets unite the community in a love for this wonderful area.
My mother worked as a care assistant her whole life, having come here from the Philippines in the 1970s. My father was an engineer from London. My parents’ values of hard work, respect and compassion drive everything I do.
Folkestone and Hythe was for so many years forgotten by Westminster. Not any longer.
As your first ever Labour MP, I will fight every day to improve your lives and be your voice in Parliament, so we can make this area the best it can be for everyone.
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Dungeness Even with Britain Remade
Debate on Establishing a Maternity Commissioner
Being interviewed at the Marsh Academy!
Times Radio 22.03.26
Today Programme ILR 20 03 26
Westminster Hall - Indefinite Leave to Remain
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Good to catch-up with Joe Bennett last week.
Joe’s courage and determination have been inspiring since his parents, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, were arbitrarily detained in Iran - despite their innocence!
I have written to the Prime Minister urging him to take this case up as a matter of urgent priority, so we can bring two innocent British citizens home, just as France was able to do recently with their citizens trapped in Iran.
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Another successful surgery in Folkestone!
If you have any issues, you can book an appointment to see me in Folkestone, Hythe, Romney Marsh and Cheriton/Sandgate here www.tonyvaughan.co.uk/surgeries/
Wishing everyone a lovely and sunny bank holiday weekend!
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Today, the main measures in the Renters’ Rights Act come into force:
- No fault evictions banned
- Tenants can leave with 2 months’ notice at any time
- No more than one rent increase per year allowed
- Banned - Landlords accepting offers above the advertised rent
- Landlords cannot demand more than one month’s rent in advance
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The message from the Marsh is loud and clear: Bring nuclear back to Dungeness! ☢️
Almost 100 residents, from former nuclear engineers to students looking toward a green future, came to Romney Marsh Community Hub to discuss the return of nuclear power to Dungeness.
It’s clear that the local support for clean energy and high-skilled jobs in our community is stronger than ever.
Great to sit down with FHDC Leader Jim Martin and Britain Remade CEO Sam Richards for such an open and constructive discussion.
Dungeness has the heritage, the skills, and the site. Let’s get it done! 🏗️🇬🇧
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Fill in my survey to tell me your experiences of the SEND system! 👇
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What happened in Golders Green yesterday was so tragic.
My thoughts are with Shloime Rand and Moshe Shine, their family, friends and our Jewish community.
We must redouble our efforts to root out antisemitism in our society. ... See MoreSee Less
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🏡 NO FAULT EVICTIONS ARE BANNED FROM FRIDAY🏡
The single biggest driver of homelessness is about to be consigned to history.
I’m proud I voted for the Renters Rights Act. Promised by Labour, delivered by Labour.
#homelessness #UKLabour
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A successful Parliamentary screening of Blue Has No Borders! 🌊
It’s not everyday we get to watch a documentary about Folkestone, let alone one that encourages meaningful dialogue and community values.
Thank you to Jessie, the director, and Charlie and Nikki, the producers, for making such a thoughtful, heartwarming film - it makes me proud to represent Folkestone.
Thanks also to everyone who came to watch - hope you enjoyed it as much as I did!
If you’ve watched the film, what did you think?
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💭Renewing Another Special Relationship💭
Read my article for the Folkestone Herald below and at www.tonyvaughan.co.uk/articles
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