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Thousands of jobs at Chatham Docks under threat, developer warns
24 June 2013A flagship project at Chatham Docks that could create 3,500 jobs is under threat, according to the developer behind the scheme.
Business leaders back greater use of Manston and Lydd
23 June 2013A business survey by the South East Local Enterprise Partnership backs expansion of existing airports rather than Thames Estuary option
Firm brings 70 jobs and £12 million to Dover
23 June 2013Multipanel UK had been given the go-ahead to build factory near Dover with the creation of up to 70 jobs.
Police jobs under threat from budget cuts
23 June 2013Kent Crime Commissioner warns of fewer bobbies on the beat as axe looms over 300 officers
Business confidence returns but worries over skills
21 June 2013South East firms report rising confidence but worries over skill shortages
Houses emerge from the rubble of KM Group's headquarters
21 June 2013Making the headlines... Redrow gets set to unveil its show homes on former newspaper site
Debbie’s creating a stir with chocolate business
21 June 2013Dieting Debbie Carter battles temptation every day – she makes and sells her own chocolates, and they’re going down big in Parliament.
Government ruling clears way for Heritage Quarter?
21 June 2013The government has written to Gravesham council to confirm it will not be challenging the decision on the controversial plans.
AA and Saga owner paves way for company break-up
20 June 2013Acromas Holdings, the owner of the AA and Folkestone-based Saga, to unveil £3 billion refinancing deal for the AA
Six of the best for University of Kent accommodation
20 June 2013The University of Kent has won a group accommodation award for the sixth year running
Small firms feel confidence rising
20 June 2013A Federation of Small Businesses index reveals rising confidence among firms.
Dirty tricks claim by blaze laundry
20 June 2013A laundry destroyed by a huge fire has accused a rival firm of trying to steal customers by wrongly claiming it has gone out of business.
Teenage mechanics win chance to team up with touring car team
20 June 2013Teenage mechanics from the K College win the chance to spend the day with the Honda British Touring Car team.
'We're not overcharging': Eurotunnel
20 June 2013Eurotunnel has hit back at claims it is overcharging passengers who travel through the Channel Tunnel.
Darling Buds plans 'far from perfick'
20 June 2013Plans for a Darling Buds of May-themed holiday home near Ashford have been opposed by residents.
Thief used company card to pay for lavish lifestyle
20 June 2013A devious events organiser has been spared jail after plundering almost £33,000 on "high living" using a company credit card.
First phase of docks project rejected
20 June 2013A flagship regeneration project of Chatham Docks has suffered a setback, with initial plans rejected by councillors.
Protests in Whitstable over plans to close crown post office
20 June 2013Campaigners including union members and shopkeepers meet in Gladstone Road to offer their support on the sixth day of strike action this year.
Spend 10% and 50% will stay with the local economy, shop owners say
20 June 2013Celebrate Independents' Month by shopping with local businesses, say traders in Maidstone.
Dragon's start-up loan scheme helps Thanet business duo
19 June 2013The Start-up Loans scheme for young entrepreneurs headed by James Caan provides £35,000 to two Thanet firms
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