Medway News
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Health New GP Contract 2026-27: Government Pledges Access Improvements, But Experts Raise Funding Concerns
Ministers promise same-day urgent appointments and 1,600 extra GPs under the 2026-27 contract, yet some healthcare specialists question…
26 February 2026 -
Council Updates Medway Council Approves Pay Policy Statement for 2026/27 Financial Year
Full Council votes on pay award framework as negotiations continue between management and unions. Medway Council’s Full Council has today…
26 February 2026 - Council Updates
Medway Council Discusses Key Performance Indicators for 2026-27
The Council Plan’s annual performance review moves forward with an update on how the authority will measure progress against its strategic…
26 February 2026 -
Council Updates Medway Council Concludes Full Council Meeting After Major Budget Decisions
Councillors approve key financial plans and policy decisions for 2026/27 financial year. Medway Council’s Full Council meeting concluded on…
26 February 2026 -
Council Updates Medway Council Debates £26 Million Budget Challenge as Full Council Meeting Continues
Councillors tackle major spending decisions and financial pressures as 2026/27 budget proposals come under scrutiny. Medway Council’s Full…
25 February 2026 -
Council Updates Medway Council Approves Budget Following Recorded Vote
The council sets a balanced budget for the upcoming financial year with government support and planned council tax increases. Medway…
25 February 2026 -
Council Updates Medway Council Members Hold Recorded Vote on Budget Measures
Councillors concluded debate on a significant agenda item and proceeded to a formal recorded vote during Wednesday’s Full Council meeting…
25 February 2026 -
Council Updates Full Council Meeting Adjourned for Comfort Break Following Amendment Vote
Medway Council pauses proceedings after recorded vote on amendment. Medway Council’s Full Council meeting held on Wednesday, 25 February…
25 February 2026 -
Council Updates Councillor Proposes Amendment to Capital and Revenue Budget at Medway Full Council Meeting
Cllr Finch tables amendment to Item 9 during 25 February budget deliberations as council debates 2026/27 financial plans. Medway Council…
25 February 2026 -
Council Updates Medway Council Amendment Vote Defeated at Full Council Meeting
Recorded vote sees amendment rejected during Thursday’s Full Council business. Medway Council held its Full Council meeting on Wednesday…
25 February 2026 -
Council Updates Medway Council Continues Budget and Pay Policy Discussions at Full Council Meeting
Councillors debate key financial decisions as public invited to watch proceedings live. Medway Council’s Full Council meeting continued its…
25 February 2026 -
Council Updates Medway Council Approves 2026/27 Budget Amid Continued Financial Pressures
Council secures government support but faces significant spending challenges in coming years. Medway Council has approved its Capital and…
25 February 2026