News published July 2025
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Call to boost MMR vaccine rates to cut risk of measles
Kent and Medway public health leaders are urging parents and carers to help children catch up on measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccinations if they have missed out on lifelong protection.
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Working hard to protect Medway’s environment and residents
Our environmental and trading standards teams have carried out a number of initiatives to help protect consumers and residents across Medway.
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Have your say on plan for hope
A consultation on a new plan to save lives in Medway and Kent launches today (Wednesday, 23 July).
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Investment secured to transform 62 football pitches in Medway
Grassroots football in Medway is set for a major boost as 62 grass football pitches across 17 sites receive a combined investment of more than £877,000.
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Summer holiday fun in Medway
The school summer holidays are just around the corner, and there is plenty to do, see and experience in Medway this summer.
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Eight Medway parks recognised among the best in the world
Eight of Medway’s greenspaces have retained their Green Flag status once again.
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Gillingham Town Centre Action Plan set to launch
A special launch event of the Gillingham Town Centre Vision and Action Plan, which has been created in partnership with residents, is being held on Saturday, 12 July from 11am – 1pm.
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Have your say on Medway’s new Housing Allocations Policy
Consultation has begun on Medway’s new Housing Allocations Policy.
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Fun-filled Love Gillingham weekend returns
Residents are invited to come together for and celebrate the best of Gillingham with at the Love Gillingham weekend.
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Stay cool this summer
With warmer temperatures forecast, an amber Heat-Health Alert has been issued for the South East, including Medway.
