Council Updates
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Council Updates Kent County Council Approves 3.99% Council Tax Rise Despite Pre-Election Tax-Cut Promises
Kent County Council Approves 3.99% Council Tax Rise Despite Pre-Election Tax-Cut Promises Reform administration raises taxes after pledging
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Council Updates Kent Council Encourages Smokers to Quit with Free Support on National No Smoking Day
Kent County Council highlights the importance of professional support in helping smokers successfully quit, with evidence showing smokers ar
11 March 2026 -
Council Updates Medway Cabinet Meeting Tonight: Key Discussions on Adult Social Care Strategy
Councillors to debate refreshed Adult Social Care Strategy as Cabinet convenes this evening. Medway Council’s Cabinet is meeting this evenin
10 March 2026 -
Council Updates Kent Council Opens Consultation on Short Breaks Strategy for Disabled Children and Families
Kent County Council is seeking public feedback on its five-year Short Breaks Strategy, with consultation open until 30 April 2026. Kent Coun
10 March 2026 -
Council Updates Kent County Council Updates Gypsy and Traveller Sites Pitch Allocation Policy
Council launches consultation to modernise how pitches are allocated across its Gypsy and Traveller sites, bringing practices in line with d
10 March 2026 -
Council Updates Kent County Council Champions Empty Homes Revival During National Week of Action
Kent County Council’s No Use Empty scheme brings long-vacant properties back into productive use as part of a nationwide initiative. Kent Co
9 March 2026 -
Council Updates Reform UK Leader Criticises Government’s Devolution Decision for Kent
Reform UK Leader Criticises Government’s Devolution Decision for Kent Kent County Council chief responds to rejection from Devolution Priori
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Council Updates Kent County Council Raises Commonwealth Flag at Sessions House on Historic Day
Maidstone marks Commonwealth Day with ceremonial flag-raising, celebrating unity among 56 nations. Kent County Council is marking Commonweal
9 March 2026 -
Council Updates Medway Secures £15.4 Million to Transform Bus Services and Infrastructure
Medway Secures £15.4 Million to Transform Bus Services and Infrastructure Medway Council receives significant government funding to upgrade
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Council Updates Kent’s Leader Backs Single Council Option for County Reorganisation
Kent’s Leader Backs Single Council Option for County Reorganisation The Kent County Council Leader has voiced support for Option 1A, a singl
9 March 2026 - Council Updates
Rochester Art Fair Welcomes Art Lovers and Collectors Across Three Inspiring Days
Rochester Art Fair Welcomes Art Lovers and Collectors Across Three Inspiring Days A new exhibition at the historic Corn Exchange showcased o
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Council Updates Have Your Say: Kent’s Council Future Consultation Now Open
Kent residents and businesses are being urged to share their views on how councils should be reorganised, with the government consultation c
8 March 2026