Statement from Leader Cllr Vince Maple (8 Aug)
The Leader of Medway Council has issued a statement following proposed action on Wednesday, 7 August.
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Scam text alert for residents
Residents are being warned about a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) text message scam.
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New British Sign Language service set to launch
Residents will soon be able to use a new British Sign Language (BSL) interpreting service when talking to council officers.
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Medway Matters Live comes to Chatham
Residents are invited to an open information evening this November where they can ask their questions and find out the latest news from the Council’s leaders.
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Statement on stabbing in Gillingham last night
Medway Council leader, Cllr Vince Maple, has issued a statement following the serious assault in Gillingham last night (Tue, 23 July).
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Changes to Medway's Cabinet
Medway Council has today announced the appointment of three new members to the council’s Cabinet to replace Cabinet members elected as Members of Parliament at last week’s General Election.
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Former director of shop fined for illegally selling disposable vape
The former director of a Chatham shop must pay more than £500 after selling a vape to a 15-year-old boy, following action by Medway Council’s trading standards team.
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Medway Council supports Fair Tax Week 2024
We are proud to be part of Fair Tax Week 2024, which runs from Sunday, 9 June to Sunday, 16 June.
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Medway commemorates D-Day
HMS Cavalier at The Historic Dockyard Chatham provided the backdrop of a commemoration event to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
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Medway’s commemorations for the 80th anniversary of D-Day
Thursday, 6 June 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day – one of the most significant military operations in history.
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Tribute to James Williams, Medway Council Director of Public Health
It is with great sadness that Medway Council has today announced the passing of James Williams, Director of Public Health, following a short illness.
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Medway Maritime Hospital staff recognised for community contribution
The highest civic distinction, the Freedom of Medway, has officially been granted to the Medway NHS Foundation Trust on behalf of the staff at Medway Maritime Hospital.
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Medway Matters Live returns – your chance to put your questions directly to the Council leadership
Following the first successful event, Medway Matters Live, our open information evening, will return in June for residents to find out the latest news and put questions to the Council's leaders.
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Medway’s roadmap to financial sustainability
Our budget has been agreed for the year ahead, with a clear roadmap setting out how we aim to reach financial sustainability in the coming years.
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Medway Council sets out proposed steps to address financial pressures in the 2024/25 budget
Medway Council’s new administration has set out its first annual budget, with proposals to address the forecast funding pressures in 2024/25.
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Medway gets new funding to help bring disused historic buildings back to life
12 social enterprises and charities across the UK are being empowered to take over and transform at-risk high street buildings
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Remembrance events in Medway
Remembrance services will be held across Medway to remember fallen servicemen and women on Saturday, 11 and Sunday, 12 November.
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Update on Gun Wharf
Specialist assessments carried out after reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) found at Gun Wharf in Chatham
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Storm Ciaran - Kent Resilience Forum update
With weather warnings in place for high winds and rain this week, the Kent Resilience Forum is encouraging residents to keep up to date with the latest forecast and advice.
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Meet the new chiefs of Medway Council
Medway residents are invited to attend a new open information evening this November hosted by Medway Council to find out about the latest news and plans and put their questions to the council leaders.
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Freedom of Medway awarded to two naval related charities
The highest civic distinction, the Freedom of Medway, has been officially granted to the Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust (CHDT) and Chatham Branch of the Royal Naval Association (RNA).
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Continuing to support Medway’s residents and businesses
It has been 100 days since Medway Council’s new administration pledged to continue to provide the right support directly within the heart of Medway’s communities.
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Statement on council finances
Medway's Cabinet will discuss the council's finances on Tuesday, 8 August
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Historic agreement as organisations pledge to work together to transform Medway
Organisations in Medway united yesterday, Monday, 10 July, to sign an agreement that will help drive social and economic change in the area.
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Nominations open for council employee awards
Has a member of our staff or a team gone above and beyond to help you?
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New Leader of Medway Council announces 100-day plan
Medway Council’s new administration has set out its agenda for the next 100-days, with a key theme of providing the right support directly within communities.
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Medway’s new Director of Place announced
Adam Bryan has been appointed as Medway Council’s new Director of Place.
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Leader's latest message to residents
In his last message to residents, the Leader of Medway Council, Cllr Alan Jarrett discusses Medway’s exciting regeneration projects.
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Medway's budget set for 2023 and 2024
Medway will see millions more invested in road repairs and for services supporting children and adults, after Medway Council agreed how its allocated funding would be used for the year ahead.
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Medway Council appoints new Chief Executive
Richard Hicks has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of Medway Council.
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Leader's message to residents
In his latest message to residents Cllr Alan Jarrett discusses Medway Light Nights, Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week, Innovation Park Medway and voter ID.
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Leader's Christmas and New Year message
In his latest message to residents the Leader of Medway Council sends his well wishes to all this festive season and reflects on the difficult times experienced by many.
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Latest message from the Leader of Medway Council
In his latest message to residents the Leader of Medway Council discusses the support available to help residents with the cost of living crisis.
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Medway Council announces the death of Cllr Mick Pendergast
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Cllr Mick Pendergast.
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Floral tributes will be used to plant a memory tree
The Mayor of Medway, Cllr Jan Aldous, visited Rochester Castle Gardens yesterday (19 Sep) to look at all the floral tributes which were left for Her Majesty The Queen.
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Leader’s message to residents ahead of Armed Forces Day
The Leader of Medway Council discusses Medway's Armed Forces Day celebrations in his latest message to residents.
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Leader's message to residents for the Platinum Jubilee weekend
Leader of Medway Council, Cllr Alan Jarrett, wishes Medway residents a joyful Platinum Jubilee bank holiday weekend.
