Help for households

The cost of living crisis is affecting us all, but advice and support is available to help Medway residents including applying for a Household Support Fund Grant.

View advice and support

Local Government Reorganisation

All of the county’s council leaders have been asked to work on proposals for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).

Find out more about LGR

Medway Business and Skills Showcase 2025

Booking is now open for our Medway Business and Skills Showcase event, taking place on Wednesday 18 June 2025 at Chatham Dockyard.

Book your place

Telecare alarms and your landline

Telephone providers are switching from analogue to digital. This could stop telecare alarms working, but landline providers can help.

More about the switchover

News and events

Fair Tax Week 2025

Fair Tax Week 2025

We're proud to support Fair Tax Week 2025, which aims to raise awareness about the importance of responsible tax conduct and financial transparency.

Get your blood pressure checked this June

Get your blood pressure checked this June

For Measure Your Pressure month you can get a free blood pressure check at participating GP surgeries across Medway. No appointment needed.

New garden waste subscription service

New garden waste subscription service

Residents can subscribe to our new garden waste service for just £40 per year - giving you the option to present 2 brown bins every week.