Post-Brexit traffic flowing smoothly through Port of Dover say bosses
A month on since the end of the Brexit transition period, the Port of Dover is already welcoming over 90% of the freight traffic volumes typical of this time of…
Empty Folkestone town centre building transformed into business hub
A building, pictured above, which has stood empty for more than a decade is being transformed into a business hub thanks to the support of the Folkestone Community Works programme.…
Businesses need to be creative with solutions to protect staff mental wellbeing says Kent law firm
Tessa Robinson – Furley Page With businesses across the county adjusting to the realities of lockdown, an employment law specialist with Kent legal firm Furley Page has called on employers…
Supreme Court ruling offers lifeline for thousands of Kent businesses
A landmark ruling by the Supreme Court was handed down which will present a lifeline to thousands of businesses affected by Covid-19 who will now be able to claim under…
We Made That – Folkestone town centre plan
Folkestone & Hythe District Council has appointed architecture and urbanism experts We Made That to deliver a Place Plan for Folkestone town centre. We Made That is an experienced practice…
Government extends consultation period on Dover Border Facility proposals
Rachel Maclean, Minister at the Department for Transport (pictured 2nd left), has confirmed that the engagement period for the proposed Border Facility development at the White Cliffs site has been…
Hythe Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve issue closure notice for January
Photo by Andy Holmes on Unsplash It is with a heavy heart that we will be closing Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve to the public from 4th January 2021 until…
Folkestone community works project gets wheels turning
A food business venture has got on the road – quite literally – thanks to the support of the Folkestone Community Works project. The Little Greek Bus was dreamt up…
Dover & Deal MP hails success of Viking Maritime and the Maritime Skills Academy
Natalie Elphicke MP visiting Viking Maritime and Maritime Skills Academy… Dover and Deal MP Natalie Elphicke has hailed the work of one of Dover’s leading local businesses, the Viking Maritime…
Folkestone helping businesses grow
Funding is available for small and medium-sized business owners within the Folkestone Community Works area looking to grow their ventures. The SME Business Grant Scheme offers match-funded grants of up…