In addition to producing top-of-the-range beers, Kent’s Old Dairy Brewery will be busy inspiring other businesses to grow through exporting after being named an Export Champion for the South East for 2021/2022. The accolade, awarded by the Department for International Trade (DiT), means the Tenterden company will share its expertise, and raise awareness of the…
The Operation Brock contraflow will be removed this weekend now the risk of disruption has reduced following the start of the summer holidays, Kent Resilience Forum (KRF) leaders announced today. The decision to take down the M20 barrier is based on passenger booking forecasts and reduced check-in times at border inspection points at the cross-Channel…
Heavy rain and windy weather could make for tricky driving and travel conditions in Kent this weekend as many people look to start their holidays. Yellow Met Office warnings are now in force for wind, rain and thunderstorms from Friday afternoon through to Sunday. With schools now out for summer, and most COVID-19 restrictions lifted,…
As schools break up for the summer holidays, and the weather turns more unsettled, people driving in or through Kent are being urged to follow some simple steps to be prepared for ‘Every Single Journey’. A yellow rain warning has now been issued for most parts of the country over the weekend as the heatwave that…
Kent Resilience Forum (KRF) leaders have thanked residents, businesses, drivers and hauliers for their patience as the M20 Operation Brock contraflow is put out in time for Monday’s lifting of COVID restrictions. The precautionary move is being made to support the Department for Transport (DfT) in managing the strategic network ahead of tourist traffic returning.…
If you’re looking to make a change and set up a new business then signing up to the Rebel Business School could be just the next step you need to take to make it happen. The Queen’s Enterprise Award-winning initiative, which offers pop-up business training across the country, is running a free online programme for…
Following today’s government announcement relaxing overseas travel rules from 19th July, Kent Resilience Forum (KRF) leaders say they stand ready to support the Department for Transport to meet its responsibilities on its strategic road network, helping to keep Kent moving and protecting local communities. In a statement to Parliament earlier on Thursday, Transport Secretary Grant…
As England prepare to take on Denmark in their crunch Euro 2020 semi-final tonight, Kent County Council (KCC) is encouraging as many people as possible to get tested before, and after, meeting their friends and family to watch the match. KCC Cabinet Member for Public Health Clair Bell said: “We are all really excited to…
Government commitment to the creation of two key border operations in Dover will bring much-welcome investment and jobs to the area, and ensure a resilient border network for Kent, the Leader of Kent County Council said today. The establishment of HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and the Dover Port Health Authority (DPHA) facilities is expected…
Communities will continue to be protected from illegal HGV parking despite central government’s decision not to extend Kent County Council’s current temporary powers to deter the growing problem, KCC’s Head of Highways has pledged. The County Council was initially given the authority to clamp and fine unlawfully parked trucks over five tonnes in restricted zones…
Proposals for a £30,000 scheme to improve access for pedestrians and cyclists to the main shopping area of Paddock Wood have been unveiled by Kent County Council. A six-week consultation to gather local community views sets out three options for creating a more pleasant environment to encourage people to walk or ride a bike to…
The Government’s decision to extend lockdown will be tough for many in Kent but latest COVID-19 figures show the virus has not gone away, the county’s senior council and health leaders said today. Uniting to acknowledge the impact of maintaining all legal restrictions on social contact for another four weeks will have on Kent communities…