Gordon Brown and the Labour Party have announced plans to sell off the Port of Dover. What do you think of this proposal? Do post your views and comments, or feel free to start a discussion. Simply click ChatMap and start a discussion. Or why not leave a comment? Clicking a map pin will take you straight to the story. Join in the discussion and have your say. Please note all submissions and comments on this site are now subject to (light touch!) moderation.

Deal's new labour exchange is launched at the Landmark, reports local news. Charlie has been helping with this important project. The press cuttings section is updated with the full story in the East Kent Mercury (or click the picture on the right). Newsletters have been updated with Charlie's January report back. The new Action Map contains highlights on what Charlie has been working on. Charlie sets out the Conservative aspirations for Dover & Deal (see ElphickeTV). Follow Charlie on Twitter. Getting out and about, meeting people and finding ways to put things right is the thing Charlie Elphicke most enjoys about politics.