William Harvey campaign attracts huge support

Launched in 2018, the Campaign to Save Ashford A&E Facebook page now has more than 2,000 followers.

Susie Govett - a former Folkestone and Hythe district councillor for New Romney, pictured right - set up the page.

“It’s common sense that a single A&E provision in Canterbury would have a huge effect on journey times for residents who are inconveniently located in the eyes of those supporting this proposal,” she said.

“This is a significant number of people, the populations of Ashford, Tenterden and Romney Marsh is approximately 160,000 people, but people in Charing, Hythe and the surrounding villages will also be affected.

“With the increase in new housing developments everywhere, these populations are rapidly increasing, especially in Ashford.

“Canterbury has a poor road network and is frequently congested.

“Public transport to Canterbury from outlying areas takes hours and is expensive for those requiring follow-up care.”

To follow the page, search for Campaign to Save Ashford A&E on Facebook. And to sign a petition to save Ashford's A&E, visit bit. ly/3uyl04D