Kent’s Power Shift: Reform UK Takes the Wheel
After a surprising May win, Reform UK now sits on the throne of Kent’s local elections, and they’ve already thrown a team on the job to dig into the council’s cash flow.
What’s on the Horizon – 2030 and Beyond
- Linden Kemkaran, the head honcho of Kent County Council, aims to slash £7.5 million from the budget by ditching the entire electric‑car fleet.
- On the same timeline, they’re targeting a colossal £32 million in savings to make local properties net‑zero and cutting back on decent allowances.
- In a bold move, the council plans to scrap “trans training” for its staff—a decision that’s already stirring up town chatter.
Inside the Numbers Game
“Our squad uncovered a treasure trove of potential savings in just a few weeks,” Kemkaran boasted, still grappling with the steep learning curve of their new roles. “Imagine the magic we’ll unlock in the months ahead!”
The Net‑Zero Grand Strategy
- The “Net Zero Renewable Energy Programme”, now being laid to rest, promised a whopping £32 million saved across four years through strategic property tweaks.
- Entrepreneur Arron Banks stepped in as the chief of Reform’s “Government Efficiency” arm, spearheaded by Zia Yusuf.
In a candid blurt to the Daily Telegraph, Banks said, For years, taxpayers watched their hard‑earned pound vanish into a black hole while potholes spread like a bad joke. Reform is ready to flip the switch and slice the waste. We’re bringing high‑tech sharpness to the fight for fiscal fitness.
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