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 power outage in Wayfield
Following the power outage in Wayfield yesterday (Tuesday, 8 August) the Leader of Medway Council has issued a statement.
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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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Introducing the new Mayor of Medway
The first female Mayor of Nepalese and British Gurkha heritage in the country has been elected in Medway.
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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 2023/24
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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Changes to our council meetings
We have cancelled and postponed some council meetings due to the national period of mourning for Her Majesty The Queen.
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Medway's local Proclamation
Medway's local Proclamation announcing the accession of His Majesty King Charles III took place in Rochester Castle Gardens yesterday, Sunday, 11 September.
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Medway sets its sights on more government funding
Medway has set its sights on a share of government funding.
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Freedom of Medway awarded to two naval related charities
The Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust (CHDT) and Chatham Branch of the Royal Naval Association (RNA) have been granted the highest civic distinction, the Freedom of Medway.
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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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Whose Hoo unlocks funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund
A North Kent partnership project has received initial support* from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for The Whose Hoo project.
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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.
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Connecting Communities: Plans revealed for major investment opportunity across Gillingham
Millions of pounds could be poured into better connecting communities across Gillingham if a proposed joint bid by the council and Peel L&P to the Government’s Levelling Up Fund is successful.
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Leader's statement on Medway's city bid
The Leader of Medway Council has issued a statement following the news that Medway has not been successful in the city status competition, launched to mark Her Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
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Easter Egg-Travaganza open day success
Children and young people across Medway were invited to an egg-cellent event to learn how children in care’s voices are heard in Medway, and for an array of Easter fun.
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Medway signs My Things Matter pledge for children in care
We have signed a pledge to ensure that children and young people in our care have their belongings treated with dignity, care and respect.
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Message from the Leader of Medway Council
In his latest message to residents the Leader of Medway Council discusses Medway’s fantastic festivals, the support we’re offering Ukrainian families and wishes Her Majesty The Queen a happy birthday.
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Medway Council pays tribute to Honorary Alderman Tom Mason
Following the sad news of the death of Honorary Alderman Tom Mason on Monday, 28 March the Leader of Medway Council, Cllr Alan Jarrett, and Chief Executive, Neil Davies, have paid tribute to Tom.
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Shaping the future of Chatham
Medway has been awarded government funding to help shape the future design of its emerging city centre through a trailblazing new design programme.
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Medway Council pays tribute to Honorary Alderman Ted Baker
Following the sad news of the death of Honorary Alderman Ted Baker yesterday, 9 March, the Leader of Medway Council, Cllr Alan Jarrett, and Chief Executive, Neil Davies, have paid tribute to Ted.
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Medway commits more investment for its children and young people
Millions of pounds more will be invested into Medway’s Children’s Services, helping to ensure children and young people are provided with a bright future.
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Leader's New Year message
In his New Year’s message the Leader of Medway Council discusses the launch of a new children’s film and exciting projects for the year ahead.
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Leader's message to residents
In his latest message to residents the Leader of Medway Council discusses Remembrance Sunday, COP26, Child-friendly Medway and the start of Medway’s Christmas events.
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Leader's latest message to residents
In his latest message to residents Cllr Alan Jarrett discusses COP26 and climate change.
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Cllr David Brake shortlisted for 2021 LGIU & CCLA Cllr Award
We are delighted that Cllr David Brake, our Portfolio Holder for Adult's Services, has been shortlisted for the Innovation and Service Transformation award in the LGIU and CCLA 2021 Cllr Awards.
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Medway Council announces the death of Cllr Nick Bowler
It is with great sadness that we announce Cllr Nick Bowler passed away on Tuesday, 12 October.
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Medway’s cultural journey will continue
The Leader of Medway Council has issued a statement following the news that Medway has not been longlisted in the UK City of Culture 2025 competition.
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Book of Condolence for HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Following the sad news of the death of His Royal Highness, The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh on Friday, 9 April, the Leader of Medway Council has issued a statement.
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Census day is nearly here
Residents are being encouraged to help shape Medway’s future by taking part in take part in Census 2021 on Sunday, 21 March.
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New political map for Medway
Medway is set to have new boundaries for its council wards.
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Medway ploughs millions more into protecting vulnerable residents
Supporting Medway’s vulnerable residents is the focus of this year’s budget, with more than £9million being invested in children and adults’ social care.
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Another chance to have your say on a new political map for Medway
Have your say on the Local Government Boundary Commission's proposed new boundaries for council wards in the east of Medway.
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Medway’s cultural landmarks, monuments and place names
At last night’s (16 July) Full Council meeting, councillors agreed to set up a cross party working group to conduct a review of memorials, historic markers and monuments in Medway.
