Medway Council submits final proposal for local government for Kent and Medway
Medway Council’s proposal for Local Government Reorganisation for Kent and Medway has been submitted to the government today (Friday, 28 November).
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Ofsted recognises strong commitment to improving services for children in care in Medway
We have welcomed the publication of an Ofsted letter after inspectors visited its Children’s Services.
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There's still time to get vaccinated
People who have not yet been vaccinated are being urged to boost their protection this winter with flu and Covid-19 vaccines.
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Stop Smoking, Feel Happier campaign launches to help smokers quit
A new campaign across the South East has launched this new year which aims to dispel a common myth about smoking being a way to relieve stress.
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Amber Cold-Health Alert extended
With cold weather forecast this week, residents are being urged to follow simple steps to help vulnerable family, friends and neighbours stay safe.
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Community Involvement Groups launch to shape the future of adult social care
We are strengthening ties with the community to improve adult social care services through new Community Involvement Groups.
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Free event for Medway schools as part of Children’s Mental Health Week
Medway schools are invited to take part in an exciting and interactive event as part of Children’s Mental Health Week.
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Medway libraries undergo new upgrades ahead of National Year of Reading
National Year of Reading 2026 is upon us, and in Medway the campaign is being boosted by exciting new improvements to our libraries.
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Medway care home rated good by Ofsted
A Medway Council-run short breaks care home has received a good rating by Ofsted, with inspectors praising staff for providing a mix of fun, positive experiences, education, and independence skills.
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Medway Sport can help you feel great in 2026
'It’s Time for Me: It’s Time for Fun: It’s Time for Us.'
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Medway’s Severe Weather Emergency Protocol is in place
We’re working with partner agencies to let people sleeping rough know that emergency shelter is currently available in Medway.
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A Christmas message from Cllr Vince Maple, Leader of Medway Council
As we move towards Christmas, it is a great opportunity to both reflect on the past 12 months and look forward to the year ahead.
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Medway celebrates another magical Christmas market
Medway is truly in the Christmas spirit following a successful Dickensian Christmas Festival and three weekends of the Rochester Christmas Market.
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Medway’s Local Plan submitted to Secretary of State
The blueprint for how Medway will grow over the next 15 years has been formally submitted to the government.
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Stop the spread of flu and avoid being a statistic this Christmas
The number of people with flu in a Kent and Medway hospital rose by 27 per cent in just one week, figures out today show.
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Closure Order placed on Gillingham property
A joint operation with Kent Police has seen a Closure Order placed on a property in Gillingham.
