With the plans for local government reorganisation finally announced, how will the biggest council carve-up in more than 50 years affect the county? The abolition of the ‘two-tier’ council system – which has run much of England since 1974 – has been on the cards since 2024, when the Labour government announced its plans. What…
An Italian Madonna called her “favourite” has been crowned the second-best local restaurant in the UK. Cantina Caruso in Margate was praised by judges of the Good Food Guide’s annual list for its “unfiddly, big-flavoured food” and was also named the best restaurant in the South East. Owners of Cantina Caruso in Margate, Simona Di…
The shape of the biggest shake-up in local government in 50 years should become apparent this week. Council leaders and chief executives are waiting for the Secretary of State Steve Reed to make an announcement on Kent’s future this week, possibly on Wednesday or Thursday. Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government Steve…
A nine-year-old Hong Kong girl has contracted a rare bacterial infection and is fighting for her life in hospital after visiting Japan during the Easter holiday, with health authorities contacting the other tour group members as a precaution. The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) said on Friday that the girl, who was in a critical…
The newly-formed Restore Britain political group at Kent County Council has elected its new leader and deputy and vowed to fight the forthcoming by-election in Thanet. Cllr Paul Thomas will head up the seven-strong team with Clr Maxine Fothergill as his second in command. KCC Restore Britain leader Paul Thomas and Maxine Fothergill at County…
Monday 06 October 2025 2:07 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email Nigel Farage’s party won a barnstorming victory in previously-Tory Kent in May’s local elections, alongside nine other county councils, in part over promises to slash spending. (Photo by…
Home » TRAVEL ALERT » United Kingdom Issues Urgent Yellow Fog Warning Across Kent, Urging Travelers to Prepare for Hazardous Conditions and Delays Published on September 29, 2025 The United Kingdom has issued a critical yellow fog warning for Kent, highlighting the severe weather conditions expected to significantly impact travel. Dense fog has reduced visibility…
The leader of the county’s biggest local authority is to press ahead with a proposal for a single council in Kent as part of planned government reforms. Reform UK Kent County Council chief Cllr Linden Kemkaran believes that one, new unitary body would deliver the best outcomes for local residents and be more cost-effective. Linden…
Home » United Kingdom Travel News » United Kingdom’s Sturry Circular Walk in Kent Offers an Extraordinary Journey Through Picturesque Landscapes, Historic Villages, and Refreshing Countryside Adventures Published on August 25, 2025 The United Kingdom’s Sturry Circular Walk in Kent offers an unparalleled opportunity for adventurers to immerse themselves in the region’s stunning natural beauty,…
Five Kent venues have been named among the UK’s top 100 local restaurants. The annual list, compiled by The Good Food Guide following 60,000 nominations by diners across the country, has been announced for 2025. Tony and Becky Rodd run Fifteen Square Metres in Broadstairs; the site was formerly home to Stark Those from Kent…