Streamlining the NHS in Kent: Interim Shadow Local Healthwatch Board
An invitiation from Roger Gough, Kent County Council's Cabinet Member for Business Strategy, Performance & Health Reform:
26 Jun 2012
Dartford Crossing "Safer" in what way exactly?
A press release from the Highways Agency issued today about "improved safety measures" at the Datford Crossing reaches me. It starts:
26 Jun 2012
Southeastern Olympic Timetable starts in a month
The Olympic train timetable on SouthEastern trains starts on Friday 27th July, and will disrupt services to London from Folkestone. HS1 will terminate at Ashford, and then require a change to "classic" services from Ashford to Folkestone and Folkestone West.
26 Jun 2012
Traffic Delays Possible: Canterbury Road, Folkestone
Kent Highways are making carriageway repairs in Canterbury Road, Folkestone today and tomorrow near the Salvation Army hall.
26 Jun 2012
Granville Parade, Sandgate: Pumping
Over the last few days, Granville Parade in Sandgate has had an endless procession of tankers arriving to "pump out" what I understand to be sewage tanks underneath the promenade.
25 Jun 2012
Incorrect Payments by Kent County Council: Should we expect 393 more?
The story of a third person being incorrectly paid by Kent County Council (this time with overpayments totalling £21,000) has been reported today by the BBC.
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21 Jun 2012
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Islamophobia Awareness Month
November marks Islamophobia Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the experiences of Muslim communities in the UK and to stand with them against prejudice, discrimination and hatred.
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15 Oct 2025
Marie Goldman marks the start of Black History Month 2025
October has arrived, bringing with it Black History Month - a time to celebrate the Black British community and their past, present and future contributions.
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