Gravesham Community Awards 2026 are open
Do you know someone who has gone the extra mile for the benefit of others? We want your nominations.
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First in country to complete first stage of national building safety programme
Gravesham Borough Council has become the first local authority in the country to complete the first stage of a programme designed to ensure the safety of its council home tenants.
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Gravesend pubs are Best Bar None
Three Gravesend town centre pubs have been awarded Best Bar None accreditation, recognising their work towards creating a safe and secure environment.
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Riverside fireworks not taking place, due to lack of sponsor
Gravesend’s annual free firework display will not be taking place this year after Gravesham Borough Council was unable to secure sponsorship for the event.
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Statement about proposals to Family hubs
Statement regarding family hubs proposals from KCC.
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New partnership with The Hill Group
We have partnered with The Hill Group to build affordable homes in the Borough.
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Work restarts at The Charter
Work has re-started at The Charter development in Gravesend town centre.
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Support for low-income families
As the cost-of-living crisis continues, we have helped over 8,000 households increase their annual income or reduce their expenditure.
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Double court success in the fight against environmental crime
Our Environmental Enforcement team, supported by Kent Police, has brought separate successful prosecutions for fly-tipping and non-payment of a littering fine.
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Number of electric vehicle charging points doubled
A further 24 electric vehicle charging points are now live around Gravesham, bringing the total available to drivers in the borough to 48.
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Safe Spaces launched in Gravesend town centre
We have linked with 19 local businesses to provide a network of Safe Spaces for anyone in need of refuge or support in Gravesend town centre.
