Happy Christmas 2011  

One of my favourite carols is ‘O Little Town of Bethlehem’ and in particular the line ‘the hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight’. As we gather for Christmas, we will have fond memories of the year past, moments of reflection and reasons to look forward to 2012. Looking back at 2011, I would highlight the celebration of the Royal Wedding in The Square in Elham, the buzz of excitement in Folkestone around the Triennial, the Hythe Venetian fete and our trips with the children to Dymchurch beach in the summer. In Parliament our epic committee hearings with the Murdochs will live long in the memory. Next year, the London Olympics and the torch relay coming to Shepway on 18th July will be a real highlight. Along with Sarah, Claudia and Hugo, I would like to wish you best wishes for Christmas and the New Year. ...