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Mixed response to government’s planned ‘buses overhaul’
10 September 2024Plans put forward to give councils powers to set bus routes, fares and schedules more easily have divided leaders locally.
Only a third of children in care in Medway from the Towns
10 September 2024A report from Medway Council says two-thirds of children in care accommodation are from outside the area.
Decision on future of Chinese restaurant accused of employing illegal workers delayed again
04 September 2024A hearing to decide whether to revoke the license of a Chinese restaurant accused by the Home Office of employing illegal workers has been deferred.
Final call for views on future direction of Towns
03 September 2024Time is running out for residents to give their views on plans affecting housing, infrastructure, the economy and the environment in their area.
Villagers to vote on neighbourhood plan
02 September 2024Residents will go to the polls to decide on new rules for planning applications affecting their rural community later this year.
Council poised to sell buildings and land to offset £114m budget shortfall
29 August 2024A cash-strapped council says it will prioritising the sale of building assets and increasing charges as “the right way” to address budget woes.
Council’s budget black hole expected to reach £114m
23 August 2024A Kent council is predicted to face a £114million shortfall over the next five years as it continues to grapple with financial difficulties.
Motorists still ignoring ‘restricted zones’ set up around schools - but more are coming
23 August 2024Traffic-free zones set up around schools to make streets safer are still being ignored six months on with residents split ahead of its expansion.
Villagers may be asked to vote on neighbourhood plan
22 August 2024Villagers could be set to go to the polls to approve a plan that will shape future development in their are
Council owed £24m in unpaid council tax
21 August 2024New figures have revealed a cash-strapped council is still owed £24million in unpaid council tax from the past six financial years.
Controversial plan for 450 farmland homes recommended for approval
20 August 2024A huge development based on farmland has been recommended for approval despite receiving nearly 800 objections - nearly two for each home.
Council worker pocketed £8k in sick pay while working second jobs
20 August 2024A former council employee has been ordered to repay a local authority more than £8,000 after falsely claiming sick-pay.
Travellers pitch up near children’s play park
16 August 2024A local authority says it is following the legal process to move an unauthorised caravan pitch in part of a town park.
‘Beautiful’ town centre green space reopens after £2.8m facelift
14 August 2024A green space in the heart of a Kent town has reopened after a major redevelopment which aims to pay tribute to its history and help accessibility.
Travellers return to rec ground again
12 August 2024An unauthorised encampment has converged on popular playing fields again despite calls from fed-up residents for tougher security measures.
Councillor defends use of ‘Nazi scum’ chant
09 August 2024A suspended Labour councillor has received criticism from former colleagues after engaging in “Nazi scum” chants during a recent counter-protest.
Council accused of hypocrisy over ‘fossil fuel investments’
07 August 2024The ruling party on a council has been accused of “playing games” with the climate after failing to stop investing in fossil fuels.
‘Cost of living support could become a forever project’
07 August 2024A council has vowed to continue to deliver a series of financial support schemes for residents bearing the brunt of the cost of living crisis.
Margins for riverside regeneration flats too thin for affordable housing, say developers
02 August 2024A shipyard subjected to a spate of arson attacks could be transformed into a riverside development - but no discounted properties will be available.
New £15m high street ‘health hub’ gets sign off
31 July 2024Plans to convert part of a shopping centre into a healthy living centre has been signed off and will be named after a public health chief.
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Family-run garage closes for final time after 92 years of trade
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