Folkestone Dover and Hythe collecting Tetra Paks to generate electricity
Residents will no longer be able to recycle Tetra Pak in their household collection bins in the Folkestone & Hythe and Dover districts from next month. The material – most…
Ashford’s commitment to visitor economy recovery backed by tourism research
Visit Kent’s latest Tourism Economic Impact Study shows that before the devastating impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, Ashford’s visitor economy was valued at £311m, after welcoming 4.7m visitors in 2019.…
Team to help Christmas shoppers to stay safe
Christmas shoppers will be supported by the City Centre Support Team in Canterbury and Town Centre Support Teams in Herne Bay and Whitstable. The teams will be on hand to…
Report reveals tourists vital to Canterbury’s prosperity
Visit Kent’s latest Tourism Economic Impact Study, published today (Tuesday 8 December), shows before the devastating impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, Canterbury’s visitor economy was valued at £523 million, after…
Great deals on gas central heating from Ashford Council
If your home is lacking a heating system, contact Ashford Borough Council. Cold homes are not just uncomfortable to live in, they can have a negative impact on health. Ashford…
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…
Thanet homelessness project ‘recognised at national level’
The Thanet RISE team, based at Thanet District Council, has been highly commended in the category ‘Homelessness project of the year’ at the prestigious UK Housing Awards 2020. Hosted virtually…
Princes Parade development can go ahead after planning decision upheld
Permission to appeal the judicial review of the planning permission for the Princes Parade development has been refused today (3 December 2020). Lord Justice Newey upheld the previous judgement of…
Transforming garages into smart affordable homes in Ashford
Ashford Borough Council has begun an interactive community consultation into plans to redevelop a block of garages in Harper Road, Ashford, to create four quality affordable homes. Usually the council…
Plans for more electric cars will drive down Folkestone carbon footprint
Drivers are being encouraged to switch to electric vehicles by a £40,000 scheme to provide on-street charging points in Folkestone, Hythe and New Romney. The 15 fast chargers will be…