https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:28:24 +0000 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:28:24 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/274/leigh-francis-brings-the-party-to-gravesend-s-riverside-festival Leigh Francis’ Record Club has been unveiled as the headline act at this year’s Riverside Festival in Gravesend on Saturday 4 July. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:50:00 +0100 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/273/new-inclusive-playground-works-to-begin-in-gravesend Work will begin in June on a brand new inclusive outdoor playground at the rear of St George’s Centre in Gravesend. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:28:00 +0100 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/272/illegal-waste-carriers-fall-foul-of-joint-operation-in-gravesham Illegal waste carriers face court action following a joint operation by Gravesham Borough Council and Kent Police. Thu, 28 May 2026 08:39:00 +0100 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/271/gravesham-borough-council-seeks-to-extend-powers-over-hmos The council has pledged to drive up standards for tenants in privately rented homes while working to introduce measures to further regulate the creation of smaller Homes in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). Wed, 27 May 2026 10:42:00 +0100 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/270/gravesham-recognises-community-heroes Gravesham’s local heroes have been honoured in the 2026 Gravesham Community Awards. Wed, 13 May 2026 10:12:00 +0100 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/269/taking-pride-in-gravesham-s-places The first round of grants from the Government’s Pride in Place programme to support local community projects have been awarded by us. Tue, 12 May 2026 09:17:00 +0100 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/268/open-call-the-great-british-summer-holiday-exhibition After the success of our mini pop-up exhibition on Gravesend Town Pier in August 2025, we’re very excited to be bringing The Great British Summer Holiday Exhibition back in July. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:18:00 +0100 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/267/final-stage-of-local-plan-consultation-has-launched Gravesham Borough Council has today (Friday 17 April) launched the final round of consultation into its draft Local Plan. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/266/landlord-fined-over-unlicensed-gravesend-hmo A Gravesend landlord has been ordered to pay almost £35,000 in fines and costs in relation to offences connected with an unlicensed town centre House in Multiple Occupation (HMO). Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:18:00 +0100 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/265/electrical-improvements-amnesty From 1 April 2026 to 30 June 2026, we will be running a Tenant Electrical Improvements Amnesty, to keep you and your home safe. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:45:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/264/funding-awarded-to-improve-energy-efficiency-in-240-council-homes We are pleased to confirm that 240 council homes in Gravesham will soon receive significant energy‑saving upgrades, including air source heat pumps, solar panels and fabric insulation. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:02:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/263/switch-together-scheme-helps-gravesend-residents-cut-energy-bills-and-emissions Switch Together helps Kent and Medway residents access affordable solar panels and battery storage through a group‑buying scheme, reducing energy bills and carbon emissions. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:32:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/262/budget-is-back-on-level-footing-after-post-covid-financial-challenges For the first time post-Covid, the council has set a balanced budget for 2026/27 without the need to draw on balances. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:14:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/261/greenhithe-man-admits-fly-tipping-offence A Greenhithe man is facing fines and court costs over £4,000 after being convicted of fly tipping in Gravesend. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:45:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/260/legal-action-to-be-taken-over-sole-street-planning-breach The council is launching legal proceedings against the owners of land at White Post Farm, White Post Lane, Sole Street, Cobham, for an alleged breach of a planning enforcement notice on the site. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:11:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/259/mp-unveils-play-area-upgrade A newly expanded play area at Rosherville Park in Northfleet has been officially opened by Gravesham MP Lauren Sullivan. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:08:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/258/works-to-begin-at-gravesend-s-new-cascades-leisure-centre Willmott Dixon appointed for preliminary work at new Cascades Leisure Centre, starting this spring. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:13:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/257/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. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:13:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/256/have-your-say-on-the-way-council-s-in-kent-and-medway-are-organised Have your say on the biggest proposed shake up of local government in 50 years. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:51:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/255/electrical-safety-in-your-home-important-new-law-coming-into-force Keeping you safe in your home is our top priority, and new national legislation is strengthening electrical safety standards across all council and housing association homes. Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:58:00 +0000