https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:21:00 +0000 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:21:00 +0000 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 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/254/open-call-international-women-s-day-exhibition Open call for artwork to be exhibited in March as part for International Women’s Day. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/253/new-fire-safety-legislation-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-peeps- New fire‑safety laws mean some residents may now need a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan. If you think you may need help evacuating, contact us to request a PEEP. Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:09:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/252/makeover-for-community-sports-pavilion A community sports pavilion at Wombwell Park has been refurbished thanks to companies working on new council-owned homes in Gravesham. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:46:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/251/have-your-say-on-new-measures-to-tackle-nuisance-vehicles Gravesham Community Safety Partnership is consulting on a proposed PSPO to tackle nuisance vehicles and e‑scooters. Residents are invited to share their views before 18 January 2026. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:29:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/248/proposals-for-new-councils-sent-to-government Proposals for the preferred number of new councils needed for Kent and Medway, and the geographical areas they should cover, have been submitted to the government today (Friday 28 November). Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/247/gravesham-borough-council-to-support-option-5a-for-local-government-reorganisation-in-kent Gravesham Borough Council to support option 5a for Local Government Reorganisation in Kent Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:48:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/238/consultation-on-proposed-changes-to-council-tax-reduction-scheme-from-april-2026 Less than 2 weeks to share your views on proposed changes to the Council Tax Reduction (CTR) Scheme for working-age households. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:21:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/246/gravesend-borough-market-operators-stand-down Beer and Feast, the current operators of Hatch, Gravesend’s street food and entertainment venue at Gravesend Borough Market, have announced their decision to cease operation of the market. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:51:00 +0000 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/245/progress-in-action-industry-4-council A recent Industry 4 Council (I4C) meeting marked a turning point for employer-led skills reform in Gravesham and North Kent, to improve local training and job opportunities. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 09:44:00 +0000