News items and press releases from Dover District Council http://live-dover.cloud.contensis.com/News/Home.aspx?Listing_Syndicationtype=1 Contensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.uk https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Love-your-beach-this-summer.aspx A summer drive to continue to help reduce the amount of litter on our local beaches has been launched Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:11:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Love-your-beach-this-summer.aspx Love Your Beach https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Have-your-say-–-second-stage-of-Community-Governance-Review-consultation-now-open.aspx DDC is continuing a review of the number of councillors allocated to each town/parish council in the district - your views sought Mon, 18 May 2026 14:53:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Have-your-say-–-second-stage-of-Community-Governance-Review-consultation-now-open.aspx Community Governance Review https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Watch-Dragons-Lions-and-Gargoyles-Emerge-from-Stone-at-the-Maison-Dieu's-Stone-Masonry-Festival.aspx The Stone Masonry Festival encourages visitors to learn about Dover's history through the ancient art of stone masonry Mon, 11 May 2026 13:24:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Watch-Dragons-Lions-and-Gargoyles-Emerge-from-Stone-at-the-Maison-Dieu's-Stone-Masonry-Festival.aspx stone masonry stonemason stonemasonry festival Maison Dieu event event in May https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Recognising-our-Environmental-and-Community-Hero-Award-Winners-2026.aspx The awards are judged on inspiration, achievement and environmental/community impact Fri, 01 May 2026 09:43:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Recognising-our-Environmental-and-Community-Hero-Award-Winners-2026.aspx REACH 2026 Reach Awards 2026 Reach Award winners https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Community-groups-invited-to-apply-for-funding-from-Community-Grants-Scheme.aspx Local community groups looking for funding are being invited to apply to Dover District Council's Community Grants Scheme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:54:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Community-groups-invited-to-apply-for-funding-from-Community-Grants-Scheme.aspx community grants https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Tune-In-to-History-Marconi-Day-Takes-Over-the-Maison-Dieu.aspx Visitors can celebrate east Kent's links with the early history of radio and the legacy of inventor Guglielmo Marconi Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:56:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Tune-In-to-History-Marconi-Day-Takes-Over-the-Maison-Dieu.aspx Marconi Day Marconi Radio Wireless communication Maison Dieu event drop in event https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Maison-Dieu-celebrates-two-prestigious-awards.aspx The awards celebrate projects that demonstrate the highest standards of historic building conservation, architecture and design Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:30:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Maison-Dieu-celebrates-two-prestigious-awards.aspx awards Maison Dieu civic trust awards winner architecture Design https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Farm-and-Forest-Day-at-Kearsney-Abbey-on-15-April-–-getting-ready-for-a-baa-rilliant-day-out-for-all-the-family.aspx A free fun-packed day for all the family is on the way at Kearsney Abbey - with a Farm and Forest Day at the park on 15 April Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:17:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Farm-and-Forest-Day-at-Kearsney-Abbey-on-15-April-–-getting-ready-for-a-baa-rilliant-day-out-for-all-the-family.aspx Farm and Forest Day https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Chair-announced-for-Dover's-Pride-in-Place-Programme.aspx Nick has a strong track record of leading major, multi-agency programmes that connect education, communities and place. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:30:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Chair-announced-for-Dover's-Pride-in-Place-Programme.aspx Pride in Place Pride in Place Chair Appointment Nick Holbrook-Sutcliffe https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Bringing-the-Town's-Heritage-to-Life-Through-Place.aspx A new Dover History Trail is launched today, which can be followed for free using a mobile phone Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Bringing-the-Town's-Heritage-to-Life-Through-Place.aspx History trail https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Dover-at-Night-returns-with-a-FREE-time-travelling-adventure-for-all-ages.aspx Visitors are invited to become intrepid "time‑travellers", exploring Dover's past, present and imagined ecological future Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:14:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Dover-at-Night-returns-with-a-FREE-time-travelling-adventure-for-all-ages.aspx Dover at Night Maison Dieu Artswork Time machine event https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Fit-for-the-future-–-groundbreaking-marks-start-of-construction-work-on-new-20m-Deal-Leisure-Centre.aspx A groundbreaking ceremony was held today to mark the start of construction work on the new multi-million pound Deal Leisure Centre Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:22:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Fit-for-the-future-–-groundbreaking-marks-start-of-construction-work-on-new-20m-Deal-Leisure-Centre.aspx Deal leisure centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/IMPACT-Fest-is-BACK-this-spring.aspx The popular youth festival promises an exciting line-up of live music, sport, creative workshops, a gaming bus and youth makers' market Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:48:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/IMPACT-Fest-is-BACK-this-spring.aspx Impact Youth festival Pencester Gardens live music workshops bands gaming prizes Impact Fest sports makers' market https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Dover-District-Council-agrees-202627-budget.aspx Dover District Council agreed its budget for 2026/27 at its meeting last night (4 March) Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:06:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Dover-District-Council-agrees-202627-budget.aspx budget https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Take-part-in-the-Great-British-Spring-Clean-from-13-to-29-March.aspx Could you help us make a difference in your local community? Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:57:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Take-part-in-the-Great-British-Spring-Clean-from-13-to-29-March.aspx GBSC Great British Spring Clean One bag big difference Litter Pick REACH Awards Poster Competition https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Maison-Dieu-Ambassadors-to-reveal-their-hidden-gems.aspx Three FREE special events are being held at The Maison Dieu (Dover Town Hall) as part of National Lottery Open Week. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:08:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Maison-Dieu-Ambassadors-to-reveal-their-hidden-gems.aspx National Lottery Heritage Fund Maison Dieu ambassadors volunteers talk hidden gems event https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Play-Area-Renovations-in-Kearsney-Abbey.aspx A new-look play area is set to swing into action for Kearsney Abbey - with works to start in the spring Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:55:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Play-Area-Renovations-in-Kearsney-Abbey.aspx play areas https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/It's-Going-to-Be-Sense‑sational.aspx Enjoy a fun day of accessible activities at Dover's Maison Dieu and the Riverside Centre Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:43:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/It's-Going-to-Be-Sense‑sational.aspx disability Accessibility multisensory event Maison Dieu dancing Tours music riverside Arts and Crafts https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Have-your-say-–-Community-Governance-Review-consultation-now-open.aspx DDC is carrying out a review of the number of councillors allocated to each town/parish council in the district - have your say Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:26:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Have-your-say-–-Community-Governance-Review-consultation-now-open.aspx Community Governance Review https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/National-Apprenticeship-Week-at-Dover-District-Council.aspx As part of National Apprenticeship Week, local business are reminded they can apply for funding to support them taking on an apprentice Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/National-Apprenticeship-Week-at-Dover-District-Council.aspx apprenticeship apprentice Apprenticeship Week https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Have-your-say-on-the-way-councils-in-Kent-and-Medway-are-organised.aspx The Government wants to hear your views on the biggest proposed shake up of local government in 50 years. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:03:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Have-your-say-on-the-way-councils-in-Kent-and-Medway-are-organised.aspx LGR local government reorganisation Consultation government consultation https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Reaching-out-to-our-Local-Heroes-for-2026.aspx The REACH Awards scheme celebrates the outstanding environmental and community contributions made by residents across the district Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:43:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Reaching-out-to-our-Local-Heroes-for-2026.aspx REACH REACH Awards Community award Environmental awards GBSC https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/DDC-outlines-budget-proposals.aspx Dover District Council's Cabinet has agreed to progress a budget for 2026/27 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/DDC-outlines-budget-proposals.aspx budget Council Budget council tax https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Pencester-Gardens-to-host-popular-free-sports-sessions.aspx There will be a range of free sporting activities on offer including football, swing ball, badminton and Panna football skills Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:34:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/Pencester-Gardens-to-host-popular-free-sports-sessions.aspx Hang10 multi sports Pencester Gardens Pencester sports sessions Activities PCC https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/DDC-to-host-a-free-one-day-event-to-celebrate-the-Armed-Forces-community.aspx The day will include motivational speakers, tailored support and opportunities to connect with others Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:14:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/DDC-to-host-a-free-one-day-event-to-celebrate-the-Armed-Forces-community.aspx Armed forces motivational speakers Veterans armed forces covenant Maison Dieu https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/New-Year-New-Hobby-–-try-out-a-whole-host-of-hobbies-for-2026-with-something-new-for-you-at-Dover-Maison-Dieu.aspx A chance to meet over 30 local groups and try your hand at a whole range of activities Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:08:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2026/New-Year-New-Hobby-–-try-out-a-whole-host-of-hobbies-for-2026-with-something-new-for-you-at-Dover-Maison-Dieu.aspx hobby hobbies Maison Dieu New Year event January new hobby new you Activities local groups local clubs https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-welcomes-Gold-Award-renewal-from-Employer-Recognition-Scheme.aspx DDC is welcoming news that its Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award has been renewed for another five years Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-welcomes-Gold-Award-renewal-from-Employer-Recognition-Scheme.aspx armed forces covenant ERS Gold Award https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Supporting-apprentice-opportunities-in-Dover-District.aspx DDC is welcoming the success of a scheme inviting local businesses to apply for funding to support apprenticeships Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:06:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Supporting-apprentice-opportunities-in-Dover-District.aspx apprenticeships https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Council-Tax-Support-Scheme-Consultation.aspx Proposals to modernise and simplify the current Council Tax Support scheme are being considered by DDC Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:36:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Council-Tax-Support-Scheme-Consultation.aspx council tax Consultation Council Tax Support survey https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Latest-works-to-improve-accessibility-on-Dovers-historic-Western-Heights.aspx A key pathway has been upgraded on The King Charles III England Coast Path at St Martin's Battery on Dover's historic Western Heights Wed, 03 Dec 2025 09:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Latest-works-to-improve-accessibility-on-Dovers-historic-Western-Heights.aspx Western Heights https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Maison-Dieu-shortlisted-for-two-Prestigious-Awards.aspx The Awards recognise projects of significant regional merit that enhance the built environment Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:45:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Maison-Dieu-shortlisted-for-two-Prestigious-Awards.aspx civic trust awards Maison Dieu Conservation heritage architecture restoration Sustainability https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-Councillors-support-a-four-unitary-council-plan-for-Kent.aspx DDC's Full Council considered the five business case options for Local Government Reorganisation Mon, 24 Nov 2025 15:10:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-Councillors-support-a-four-unitary-council-plan-for-Kent.aspx LGR unitary council unitary local government reorganisation cabinet full council business case https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Parking-free-from-three-for-Christmas-light-events-in-Dover-Deal-and-Sandwich.aspx Dover District Council is to offer free parking in DDC car parks from 3pm for Christmas lights event days in Deal, Sandwich and Dover Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:31:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Parking-free-from-three-for-Christmas-light-events-in-Dover-Deal-and-Sandwich.aspx parking https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-hourly-bus-service-for-Aylesham-to-replace-on-demand-service.aspx A new hourly bus service from Aylesham to Whitfield is set to launch from 24 November to replace the previous on-demand service Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:31:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-hourly-bus-service-for-Aylesham-to-replace-on-demand-service.aspx bus https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Dover-District-Council-to-appoint-operator-of-new-multi-million-pound-Deal-Leisure-Centre.aspx DDC to appoint Sports and Leisure Management Ltd, part of which is Everyone Active, to manage operation of new £20m Deal Leisure Centre Fri, 07 Nov 2025 13:56:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Dover-District-Council-to-appoint-operator-of-new-multi-million-pound-Deal-Leisure-Centre.aspx Deal leisure centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Councils-reveal-draft-business-cases-for-new-councils.aspx The business cases explore different options for the number of unitary councils in Kent and the areas they should cover Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:59:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Councils-reveal-draft-business-cases-for-new-councils.aspx local government reorganisation LGR unitary councils business cases https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Have-your-say-on-proposals-to-modernise-Council-Tax-Support.aspx Proposals to modernise and simplify the current Council Tax Support scheme are being considered by DDC – and your views are sought Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:20:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Have-your-say-on-proposals-to-modernise-Council-Tax-Support.aspx CTS https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-exhibition-at-Dover-Museum-explores-disability-through-history.aspx Past stories are shared by people with lived experience of disability today through virtual reality Thu, 09 Oct 2025 11:03:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-exhibition-at-Dover-Museum-explores-disability-through-history.aspx disability Exhibition Curating Visibility VR virtual reality At The End of History https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Funding-boost-to-support-rural-businesses-and-local-community-groups-–-apply-now.aspx Small businesses and community organisations are being invited to apply for funding to boost investment in rural areas Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:39:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Funding-boost-to-support-rural-businesses-and-local-community-groups-–-apply-now.aspx repf https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/All-Systems-Go-for-Deal-Leisure-Centre.aspx This latest approval will allow construction to begin and follows full planning permission being granted in August. Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:14:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/All-Systems-Go-for-Deal-Leisure-Centre.aspx Deal leisure centre Tides Tides leisure centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Welcoming-new-affordable-housing-in-Sholden.aspx DDC has been welcoming families into brand new council homes at Sandwich Road in Sholden Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:18:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Welcoming-new-affordable-housing-in-Sholden.aspx Affordable Housing https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Design-Code-for-Dover-District.aspx A design code is a planning document that sets out specific design requirements for new development Thu, 02 Oct 2025 11:01:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Design-Code-for-Dover-District.aspx Design Code Design Codes planning new development design quality design vision https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Dover's-popular-Jobs-and-Volunteering-Fair-returns-this-autumn.aspx It's the perfect place to come if you're looking for a job or to volunteer in the district Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:17:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Dover's-popular-Jobs-and-Volunteering-Fair-returns-this-autumn.aspx jobs Job Fair Volunteering Jobs and Volunteering Fair Skills and Employment Dover Jobs & Skills Fair Cruise Terminal 2 https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Local-groups-invited-to-apply-to-DDCs-Cost-of-Living-Community-Impact-Fund.aspx Community groups supporting local people with the cost of living are invited to apply to DDC's Cost of Living Community Impact Fund Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Local-groups-invited-to-apply-to-DDCs-Cost-of-Living-Community-Impact-Fund.aspx community grants https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Council-calls-for-action-following-EFRA-Committee-reports-on-border-biosecurity.aspx DDC welcomes the publication of two critical reports from the EFRA Committee on biosecurity Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:11:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Council-calls-for-action-following-EFRA-Committee-reports-on-border-biosecurity.aspx port health https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Groundbreaking-multimedia-art-trail-launches-in-Dover.aspx A groundbreaking new multimedia art trail launches in Dover today Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:36:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Groundbreaking-multimedia-art-trail-launches-in-Dover.aspx Coastal Voice https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Topping-out-ceremony-marks-key-milestone-for-multi-million-pound-Bench-building-in-Dover.aspx A topping out ceremony was held today to mark a key milestone in the multi million pound development of the Bench building in Dover Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:14:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Topping-out-ceremony-marks-key-milestone-for-multi-million-pound-Bench-building-in-Dover.aspx The Bench Building https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Welcome-to-England's-largest-festival-of-history-and-culture.aspx It's ten days of free entry to many of the country's heritage sites involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:09:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Welcome-to-England's-largest-festival-of-history-and-culture.aspx Heritage Open Days The Roman Painted House Dover Museum & Bronze Age Boat Gallery Maison Dieu history heritage https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Council-reorganisation-takes-the-next-step.aspx Government ministers want councils in Kent and Medway to deliver their services in a different way. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 15:10:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Council-reorganisation-takes-the-next-step.aspx LGR local government reorganisation https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Merchant-Navy-Day-in-Dover-2025.aspx A Merchant Navy Day service and wreath laying ceremony is being held on Dover Seafront at 11am on Wednesday, 3 September Tue, 26 Aug 2025 13:18:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Merchant-Navy-Day-in-Dover-2025.aspx Merchant Navy Day https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-monthly-job-clubs-coming-to-Dover-Deal-and-Sandwich.aspx Qualified staff will be on hand to provide invaluable free support to residents looking for work. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 12:25:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-monthly-job-clubs-coming-to-Dover-Deal-and-Sandwich.aspx jobs job club dover deal sandwich Jobs Fair CV interview practice https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Work-starts-on-Dover-Time-Tunnel-artwork-as-part-of-underpass-renovation.aspx Preparation works are underway for the installation of a colourful new 'Dover Time Tunnel' artwork as part of underpass renovation Fri, 08 Aug 2025 11:45:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Work-starts-on-Dover-Time-Tunnel-artwork-as-part-of-underpass-renovation.aspx Underpass https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Supporting-communities-DDC-awards-50k-in-Community-Grants.aspx A total of around £50k has been awarded to 72 different groups as part of DDC's Community Grants Scheme Fri, 01 Aug 2025 15:43:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Supporting-communities-DDC-awards-50k-in-Community-Grants.aspx community grants https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Helping-to-promote-healthy-living-and-protect-children-from-second-hand-smoke.aspx DDC and partners have been working with pupils to design new signs to help protect children from the dangers of second-hand smoke Mon, 21 Jul 2025 16:40:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Helping-to-promote-healthy-living-and-protect-children-from-second-hand-smoke.aspx Smokefree https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Kearsney-Abbey-and-Russell-Gardens-named-among-the-countrys-best-parks.aspx Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award for the fifth year running Thu, 17 Jul 2025 13:04:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Kearsney-Abbey-and-Russell-Gardens-named-among-the-countrys-best-parks.aspx Green Flag Award https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Visit-the-Roman-Painted-House-this-summer-–-extended-opening-times.aspx Entry is free, and children will be invited to take part in a family-friendly trail Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:07:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Visit-the-Roman-Painted-House-this-summer-–-extended-opening-times.aspx Roman Painted house Romans RPH family trail Historic England https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Statement-of-Community-Involvement-have-your-say.aspx A key document has been updated setting out how people can get involved in the planning process - and your views are sought Wed, 16 Jul 2025 12:22:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Statement-of-Community-Involvement-have-your-say.aspx Statement of Community Involvement https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Dinosaur-Day-comes-to-Dover.aspx The district's very own 'Jurassic Park' comes to life in Pencester Gardens on Wednesday 6 August Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:19:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Dinosaur-Day-comes-to-Dover.aspx dinosaur day event Dino day Dinosaurs Pencester Gardens https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Play-area-renovations-in-Kearsney-Abbey.aspx An exciting new-look play area in Kearsney Abbey is set to swing into action Tue, 08 Jul 2025 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Play-area-renovations-in-Kearsney-Abbey.aspx Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens play area Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Protecting-Deal-Pier-for-future-generations-next-phase-of-key-works-approved.aspx Significant investment is being made on Deal Pier to improve and protect the popular local attraction Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:41:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Protecting-Deal-Pier-for-future-generations-next-phase-of-key-works-approved.aspx Deal pier repairs Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Transformation-of-Dover's-Western-Heights-underway-after-funding-boost.aspx Positive progress one year on from the launch of the regeneration project Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:40:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Transformation-of-Dover's-Western-Heights-underway-after-funding-boost.aspx Western Heights Dover District Council Historic England https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Works-start-on-underpass-renovation.aspx Key improvements to renovate the Townwall Street underpass under the A20 in Dover are getting underway this week Fri, 20 Jun 2025 10:06:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Works-start-on-underpass-renovation.aspx Underpass https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Love-your-beach-this-summer.aspx A summer drive to continue to help reduce litter on our beaches during the holiday season has been launched Thu, 19 Jun 2025 12:16:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Love-your-beach-this-summer.aspx loveyourbeach https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Flying-the-flag-for-Armed-Forces-Day-2025.aspx A ceremony is being held to raise the Armed Forces Day flag on Monday, 23 June at 10.15am at the Sandwich Guildhall. Mon, 16 Jun 2025 15:15:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Flying-the-flag-for-Armed-Forces-Day-2025.aspx Armed Forces Day https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Recognising-our-Environmental-and-Community-Hero-Award-Winners.aspx The REACH Awards recognise our district's unsung heroes who work hard to improve the appearance of the district and unite the community Mon, 16 Jun 2025 14:10:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Recognising-our-Environmental-and-Community-Hero-Award-Winners.aspx REACH REACH Awards community environment Awards presentation chairman event https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Next-step-in-Deal-Leisure-Centre-development-as-planning-application-submitted.aspx Plans for the multi million pound Deal Leisure Centre continue to move forward – with the planning application now online Tue, 10 Jun 2025 13:47:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Next-step-in-Deal-Leisure-Centre-development-as-planning-application-submitted.aspx Deal leisure centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-shines-a-spotlight-on-volunteers-for-National-Volunteers'-Week-2025.aspx To mark National Volunteers' Week (2-8 June) we are inviting anyone with an interest in the district to get involved in volunteering Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:42:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-shines-a-spotlight-on-volunteers-for-National-Volunteers'-Week-2025.aspx volunteer Volunteering Dover District Council Kearsney Parks Maison Dieu white cliffs coountryside partnership Dover Museum Western Heights https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Dover-District-Council-elects-new-Chairman-and-Vice-Chairman.aspx Cllr Susan Beer is the new Chair of Dover District Council following her election at the annual meeting of the Council on 21 May 2025 Fri, 30 May 2025 10:07:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Dover-District-Council-elects-new-Chairman-and-Vice-Chairman.aspx chairman https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Free-sports-sessions-return-to-Pencester-Gardens.aspx The sessions will include a range of sports and youngsters can choose what they want to play! Thu, 29 May 2025 10:27:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Free-sports-sessions-return-to-Pencester-Gardens.aspx Dover District Council community services Kent Police and Crime Commissioner https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Inspire-Project-gets-85k-funding-boost-to-help-the-district's-young-people.aspx The project will help to bring more opportunities to children and young people Wed, 14 May 2025 11:43:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Inspire-Project-gets-85k-funding-boost-to-help-the-district's-young-people.aspx Inspire Dover District Council Arts Council England Sport England https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Play-area-renovations-swing-into-action.aspx An exciting new-look play area in Travers Road in Deal is now up and running Mon, 12 May 2025 13:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Play-area-renovations-swing-into-action.aspx play areas https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-homes-in-Sholden-to-help-people-onto-the-property-ladder.aspx DDC has acquired homes from the new Sholden Pastures development to add to the council's housing stock Tue, 06 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-homes-in-Sholden-to-help-people-onto-the-property-ladder.aspx affordable homes shared ownership Dover District Council sholden https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Exciting-next-step-in-Deal-Leisure-Centre-development-to-be-considered.aspx Exciting next step for major development - as Cabinet to consider recommendation to demolish Tides Leisure Centre pool building Fri, 02 May 2025 13:25:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Exciting-next-step-in-Deal-Leisure-Centre-development-to-be-considered.aspx Deal leisure centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Community-groups-invited-to-apply-for-funding-from-Dover-District-Council's-Community-Grants-Scheme.aspx Local community groups looking for funding are being invited to apply to DDC's Community Grants Scheme which opens today Wed, 30 Apr 2025 11:55:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Community-groups-invited-to-apply-for-funding-from-Dover-District-Council's-Community-Grants-Scheme.aspx community grants https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/A-Time-to-Celebrate-Dover's-Town-Hall-welcomes-you.aspx Visit the refurbished Maison Dieu on its opening weekend Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:50:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/A-Time-to-Celebrate-Dover's-Town-Hall-welcomes-you.aspx Maison Dieu Dover District Council National Lottery Heritage Fund Dover Society dover town council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Connaught-Park-Tennis-Courts-Reopen-Following-Refurbishment.aspx DDC and the LTA have renovated two tennis courts at Connaught Park in Dover – with the courts fully reopen from Saturday 19 April Fri, 18 Apr 2025 11:06:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Connaught-Park-Tennis-Courts-Reopen-Following-Refurbishment.aspx tennis https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Roman-Painted-House-Reopens-For-Easter-Weekend.aspx The Roman Painted House is delighted to be reopening its doors to the public for the Easter Weekend - and Saturdays going forward Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:05:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Roman-Painted-House-Reopens-For-Easter-Weekend.aspx RPH https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Have-Your-Say-on-Way-Forward-for-Walking-and-Cycling-Improvement-Plan.aspx A range of proposals to improve walking and cycling across the district is being geared up – and your views are sought Tue, 15 Apr 2025 12:03:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Have-Your-Say-on-Way-Forward-for-Walking-and-Cycling-Improvement-Plan.aspx LCWIP https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Have-Your-Say-on-New-Public-Spaces-Protection-Order.aspx DDC is looking to review rules on dog control and anti-social behaviour in a new PSPO – and your views are sought Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:27:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Have-Your-Say-on-New-Public-Spaces-Protection-Order.aspx PSPO https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Exciting-new-plan-to-revitalise-Dover-town-centre.aspx DDC is working with a private sector partnership to boost regeneration and economic growth in Dover town centre Mon, 14 Apr 2025 09:12:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Exciting-new-plan-to-revitalise-Dover-town-centre.aspx Regeneration economic benefit economic growth dover town centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Potential-savings-to-be-made-on-energy-bills-with-collective-switching-energy-scheme.aspx Big Community Switch, run by iChoosr, helps residents save money on their energy bills by using combined buying power Fri, 04 Apr 2025 11:11:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Potential-savings-to-be-made-on-energy-bills-with-collective-switching-energy-scheme.aspx big community switch energy bills electricity bill gas bill dual fuel https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-growing-roots-out-in-the-community-with-the-Community-Roots-van.aspx We will be offering information, support and advice on a range of different themes which we know are important to our residents Wed, 02 Apr 2025 11:24:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-growing-roots-out-in-the-community-with-the-Community-Roots-van.aspx community roots communities Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-reappoints-Mears-to-deliver-a-modern-maintenance-service.aspx Mears will deliver responsive repairs and maintenance works to the district's 4,421 council homes Tue, 01 Apr 2025 16:41:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-reappoints-Mears-to-deliver-a-modern-maintenance-service.aspx mears d Dover District Council Tenants https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-stone-compass-rose-in-Sandwich-to-commemorate-the-Cinque-Ports.aspx A new stone compass rose has been installed on Sandwich Quay thanks to £10,000 of government funding Tue, 01 Apr 2025 11:54:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-stone-compass-rose-in-Sandwich-to-commemorate-the-Cinque-Ports.aspx Dover District Council UK Shared Prosperity Fund sandwich town https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Partners-join-forces-to-help-curb-roadside-litter.aspx The 'We care' campaign - targeting drivers who use the A2 route - will take place over the summer, following a roadside clean-up Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:34:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Partners-join-forces-to-help-curb-roadside-litter.aspx We care roadside litter National Highways DFDS Ferries P&O Ferries port of Dover Veolia awareness campaign A2 litter partner campaign https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Join-us-on-a-Great-British-Spring-Clean-from-21-March-to-6-April.aspx DDC is looking for volunteers to sign up for this year's Great British Spring Clean campaign Fri, 14 Mar 2025 09:31:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Join-us-on-a-Great-British-Spring-Clean-from-21-March-to-6-April.aspx GBSC Great British Spring Clean volunteers litter picking https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Reaching-out-to-our-local-heroes.aspx The REACH Awards recognise our district's unsung heroes who work hard to improve the appearance of the Dover District Tue, 11 Mar 2025 09:08:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Reaching-out-to-our-local-heroes.aspx REACH Awards REACH REACH 2025 environmental heroes environment awards litter awards litter GBSC https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Coniston-hands-Maison-Dieu-back-to-DDC-ahead-of-May-opening.aspx Careful conservation, upgrades and painstaking restoration work has taken place at the Maison Dieu Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:48:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Coniston-hands-Maison-Dieu-back-to-DDC-ahead-of-May-opening.aspx Maison Dieu Dover District Council Coniston Ltd restoration https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Free-after-school-sports-sessions-for-young-people.aspx The fun-packed sessions in Dover are for children and young people aged from five up to 18 Thu, 06 Mar 2025 10:51:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Free-after-school-sports-sessions-for-young-people.aspx Dover District Council young people Activities dover https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Dover-District-Council-Agrees-202526-Budget.aspx Dover District Council agreed its budget for 2025/26 at its meeting last night Thu, 06 Mar 2025 10:01:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Dover-District-Council-Agrees-202526-Budget.aspx budget https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Groundbreaking-Work-starts-on-new-affordable-homes-in-Military-Road.aspx DDC officially broke ground on the site of the eight new affordable homes Wed, 26 Feb 2025 13:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Groundbreaking-Work-starts-on-new-affordable-homes-in-Military-Road.aspx affordable homes Dover District Council Homes England development https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Dover-at-Night-is-back-with-the-River-Dour-taking-centre-stage.aspx Join in an evening of fun on Friday 7 March as Dover celebrates its rich heritage and culture Thu, 20 Feb 2025 13:48:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Dover-at-Night-is-back-with-the-River-Dour-taking-centre-stage.aspx Dover at Night dover history heritage event River Dour Market Square Dover https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-marks-National-Apprenticeship-Week-with-funding-opportunity.aspx DDC is marking National Apprenticeship Week by inviting businesses to apply for funding to support them in taking on an apprentice Tue, 11 Feb 2025 15:55:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-marks-National-Apprenticeship-Week-with-funding-opportunity.aspx apprenticeship businesses Dover District Council apprentice https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Get-ready-for-IMPACT-Fest.aspx DJs, dance battles, skateboarding, gaming plus more – don't miss the new IMPACT Fest on Saturday, 29 March, from 12pm-6pm! Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:07:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Get-ready-for-IMPACT-Fest.aspx communities event in Dover Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Tides-Sports-Hall-and-Indoor-Tennis-Centre-to-remain-open-as-Your-Leisure-approved-as-interim-operator.aspx Cabinet approved a recommendation to appoint Your Leisure as interim operator Thu, 06 Feb 2025 18:35:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Tides-Sports-Hall-and-Indoor-Tennis-Centre-to-remain-open-as-Your-Leisure-approved-as-interim-operator.aspx Deal leisure centre Tides Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Shining-a-Light-on-Community-Sport-–-All-Year-Round.aspx An all-weather 3G Artificial Grass Pitch (AGP) with floodlighting given the go-ahead Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:18:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Shining-a-Light-on-Community-Sport-–-All-Year-Round.aspx 3G pitch Football Foundation Turner Schools DCCA S106 S106 funding football netball floodlights community sport https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Latest-News-on-Tides-Leisure-Centre.aspx Cabinet to consider recommendation to appoint Your Leisure as interim operator of sports hall & tennis centre at Tides Leisure Centre Wed, 05 Feb 2025 08:05:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Latest-News-on-Tides-Leisure-Centre.aspx Tides https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-council-owned-company-takes-on-delivery-of-vital-services.aspx PartnershipOne is delivering the administration of revenues & benefits and customer services for three east Kent district councils Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:43:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-council-owned-company-takes-on-delivery-of-vital-services.aspx latco customer services partnership one partnershipone revenue and benefits https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-Outlines-Budget-Proposals.aspx DDC's Cabinet has agreed to progress a budget for 2025/26 with an exciting programme of investment ahead Mon, 03 Feb 2025 18:13:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-Outlines-Budget-Proposals.aspx budget https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Community-Groups-Invited-to-Apply-for-Funding-to-Help-Community-Cohesion-and-Resilience.aspx Community groups across the district are being invited to apply for funding for projects to help bring communities together Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:07:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Community-Groups-Invited-to-Apply-for-Funding-to-Help-Community-Cohesion-and-Resilience.aspx funding https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Play-Area-Renovations-Set-to-Swing-Into-Action.aspx Renovations totalling almost £180k are set to swing into action for three play areas in Dover District Thu, 23 Jan 2025 13:18:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Play-Area-Renovations-Set-to-Swing-Into-Action.aspx play areas https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-handbook-to-help-support-veterans-living-in-our-district.aspx The Veterans' Guidebook pulls together essential information and helpful resources for ex-military personnel Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:45:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-handbook-to-help-support-veterans-living-in-our-district.aspx Veterans Dover District Council Community support https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/The-BIG-Dover-Training-Day.aspx EKC Dover College, Maison Dieu Road - Wednesday, 19 February, 9:30am – 3:30pm Mon, 20 Jan 2025 13:24:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/The-BIG-Dover-Training-Day.aspx Dover District Council training EKC Dover College https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Green-light-for-six-lane-pool-and-splash-pad-at-new-Deal-Leisure-Centre.aspx Cabinet members have given approval for the ambitious £20m project to proceed to the next stage of development Tue, 14 Jan 2025 10:46:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/Green-light-for-six-lane-pool-and-splash-pad-at-new-Deal-Leisure-Centre.aspx Tides leisure centre Dover District Council cabinet https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-welcomes-tenants-into-new-council-homes-in-Deal.aspx The 48 homes are a mix of social rent and shared ownership properties Fri, 10 Jan 2025 12:55:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/DDC-welcomes-tenants-into-new-council-homes-in-Deal.aspx Affordable Housing Dover District Council Kevin Mills https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-proposals-for-Deal-Leisure-Centre-to-be-considered-by-DDC-Cabinet.aspx Councillors are being asked to give approval for the project to proceed to the next stages of development Fri, 03 Jan 2025 13:20:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2025/New-proposals-for-Deal-Leisure-Centre-to-be-considered-by-DDC-Cabinet.aspx Tides Tides leisure centre deal Deal leisure centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Have-Your-Say-in-Parking-Survey.aspx As part of our work to prepare a new Parking Strategy for the area, DDC has launched a parking survey, and your views are sought Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:20:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Have-Your-Say-in-Parking-Survey.aspx parking https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Making-an-Impact-Local-Groups-Receive-Winter-Boost-From-Community-Impact-Fund.aspx Community groups in the district have been given a seasonal funding boost to help local people with the cost of living Mon, 16 Dec 2024 14:01:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Making-an-Impact-Local-Groups-Receive-Winter-Boost-From-Community-Impact-Fund.aspx Community Impact Fund https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dover-District-Tourism-Thrives-With-Key-Recovery-in-Visitor-Numbers-and-Economic-Impact.aspx According to data published today, White Cliffs Country's tourism industry has demonstrated continued recovery in 2023 Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:35:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dover-District-Tourism-Thrives-With-Key-Recovery-in-Visitor-Numbers-and-Economic-Impact.aspx tourism https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Shining-a-Light-on-Dover-Beacon-Meet-the-Contractors-at-Drop-in-Sessions.aspx There is a chance to meet the contractors and find out more about the exciting Dover Beacon project at drop-in sessions in Dover Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:23:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Shining-a-Light-on-Dover-Beacon-Meet-the-Contractors-at-Drop-in-Sessions.aspx Dover Beacon https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Groundbreaking-Multi-Million-Pound-Dover-Beacon-Project-Takes-Next-Exciting-Step.aspx A landmark development in Bench Street Dover has taken the next exciting step – with a groundbreaking ceremony held today Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Groundbreaking-Multi-Million-Pound-Dover-Beacon-Project-Takes-Next-Exciting-Step.aspx Dover Beacon https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Free-Parking-From-Dover-District-Council-for-the-Festive-Season.aspx Dover District Council is to offer free parking from 4pm for Christmas lights switch on event days in Dover, Deal and Sandwich Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:01:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Free-Parking-From-Dover-District-Council-for-the-Festive-Season.aspx Free Parking https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dover-District-Residents-Could-Save-on-Energy-Bills-With-Collective-Energy-Switching-Scheme.aspx Residents are invited to sign up and see if they can save money on their energy bills with DDC's collective energy switching scheme Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:07:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dover-District-Residents-Could-Save-on-Energy-Bills-With-Collective-Energy-Switching-Scheme.aspx Energy Deal https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/DDC-heads-out-into-communities-for-Safeguarding-Adults-Awareness-Week.aspx A team from DDC will be speaking to people about safeguarding and how to spot signs of abuse Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:12:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/DDC-heads-out-into-communities-for-Safeguarding-Adults-Awareness-Week.aspx Dover District Council safeguarding community roots https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Stay-Warm-and-Well-This-Winter.aspx DDC is teaming up with partners to support local communities as part of a Winter Well Roadshow coming to Deal, Dover and Sandwich Fri, 15 Nov 2024 11:48:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Stay-Warm-and-Well-This-Winter.aspx Winter Well Roadshow https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Roman-Painted-House-added-to-the-Heritage-at-Risk-Register.aspx The scheduled monument has been added to highlight its vulnerability following a detailed assessment of the site Thu, 14 Nov 2024 06:31:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Roman-Painted-House-added-to-the-Heritage-at-Risk-Register.aspx Roman Painted house painted house Roman artefacts Historic England heritage heritage at risk register https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Calling-all-caterers-DDC-invites-bids-to-cater-at-the-magnificent-Maison-Dieu.aspx We are seeking a selection of caterers who will have exclusive access to provide catering at the venue Mon, 04 Nov 2024 11:55:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Calling-all-caterers-DDC-invites-bids-to-cater-at-the-magnificent-Maison-Dieu.aspx Maison Dieu catering caterers tender Tender Opportunities https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Repair-Works-Start-on-Deal-Pier-Following-Key-Structural-Survey.aspx Following a full structural survey earlier this year, a £140k programme of repair works is underway on Deal Pier Fri, 25 Oct 2024 14:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Repair-Works-Start-on-Deal-Pier-Following-Key-Structural-Survey.aspx Deal pier https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Enjoy-a-family-trail-at-the-Roman-Painted-House-this-half-term-week.aspx Children can take part in a family-friendly trail based around what fun facts they can find Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:14:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Enjoy-a-family-trail-at-the-Roman-Painted-House-this-half-term-week.aspx Roman Painted house trail family activity free admission https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Maison-Dieu-and-Dover-Museum-all-set-for-Dover-Youth-Festival-fun.aspx Young people can take part in activities including stone-carving and find out more about a career in heritage Thu, 17 Oct 2024 12:25:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Maison-Dieu-and-Dover-Museum-all-set-for-Dover-Youth-Festival-fun.aspx Maison Dieu Dover District Council future foundry https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dover-District-Local-Plan-formally-adopted.aspx Councillors voted to adopt the Local Plan at a full council meeting last night (16 October) Thu, 17 Oct 2024 09:22:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dover-District-Local-Plan-formally-adopted.aspx Local Plan Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Leader-of-Dover-District-Council-Welcomes-News-on-EES-Checks.aspx The Leader of DDC welcomes news that the EU has decided to postpone the introduction of Entry Exit System checks on 10 November Fri, 11 Oct 2024 15:49:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Leader-of-Dover-District-Council-Welcomes-News-on-EES-Checks.aspx EES https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Safe-Spaces-scheme-rolled-out-across-the-district.aspx Young people and adults feeling unsafe or vulnerable can seek refuge in 'safe spaces' Thu, 10 Oct 2024 11:55:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Safe-Spaces-scheme-rolled-out-across-the-district.aspx Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/New-Developments-Bring-Major-Infrastructure-Investment.aspx Funding from developers secured in planning applications approved in 2023/24 bring major benefits to communities in the district Tue, 08 Oct 2024 17:19:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/New-Developments-Bring-Major-Infrastructure-Investment.aspx section 106 https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Work-by-DDC-to-transform-Crosslinks-youth-hub-nearing-completion.aspx The DDC-owned building has undergone extensive refurbishment Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:56:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Work-by-DDC-to-transform-Crosslinks-youth-hub-nearing-completion.aspx Dover District Council Youth Hub https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Hundreds-attend-the-Big-Dover-Jobs-and-Volunteering-Fair.aspx Job offers were made, interviews secured and training opportunities snapped up! Fri, 27 Sep 2024 11:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Hundreds-attend-the-Big-Dover-Jobs-and-Volunteering-Fair.aspx Jobs Fair Jobs and Volunteering Fair Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Blooming-brilliant-tenants-celebrate-success-at-garden-awards.aspx Green-fingered council tenants have been commended for transforming their gardens Fri, 27 Sep 2024 07:43:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Blooming-brilliant-tenants-celebrate-success-at-garden-awards.aspx Dover District Council Garden Competition https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Come-and-see-latest-proposals-for-a-new-Deal-Leisure-Centre.aspx DDC is hosting a series of drop-in engagement events for the proposed new Deal Leisure Centre Fri, 20 Sep 2024 11:02:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Come-and-see-latest-proposals-for-a-new-Deal-Leisure-Centre.aspx Drop in Engagement New Deal Leisure Centre Tides Tides leisure centre survey https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Hundreds-flock-to-see-newly-reopened-Roman-Painted-House.aspx The attraction has undergone essential maintenance work and is now open to the public Thu, 19 Sep 2024 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Hundreds-flock-to-see-newly-reopened-Roman-Painted-House.aspx Roman Painted house Dover District Council heritage assets https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Community-groups-unveil-makeovers-following-rural-funding-boost.aspx Fifteen rural businesses and community groups were awarded funding from the Rural England Prosperity Fund Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:18:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Community-groups-unveil-makeovers-following-rural-funding-boost.aspx repf rural Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Over-50s-in-the-district-boost-their-job-prospects-through-Roots-to-Work-scheme.aspx More than 150 people were supported through the DDC-run employment scheme Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:23:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Over-50s-in-the-district-boost-their-job-prospects-through-Roots-to-Work-scheme.aspx employment Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Meet-the-conservators-and-enjoy-activities-for-all-the-family-at-our-Heritage-Open-Day.aspx Dover's historic Maison Dieu is taking part in this year's Heritage Open Days with a free drop-in activity and no need to book Tue, 27 Aug 2024 10:31:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Meet-the-conservators-and-enjoy-activities-for-all-the-family-at-our-Heritage-Open-Day.aspx Maison Dieu Heritage Open Days conservators event https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Showcasing-Opportunities-in-Our-Communities-at-the-Big-Dover-Jobs-and-Volunteering-Fair.aspx The Big Dover Jobs and Volunteering Fair is coming to Cruise Terminal 2 at the Port of Dover on Wednesday, 11 September. Fri, 23 Aug 2024 11:54:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Showcasing-Opportunities-in-Our-Communities-at-the-Big-Dover-Jobs-and-Volunteering-Fair.aspx Jobs and Volunteering Fair https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Roman-Painted-House-Set-To-Open-For-Heritage-Open-Weekend.aspx DDC is set to reopen the Roman Painted House to the public from Saturday 14 September to form part of Dover's Heritage Open Weekend Wed, 21 Aug 2024 13:42:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Roman-Painted-House-Set-To-Open-For-Heritage-Open-Weekend.aspx Roman Painted house https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Making-An-Impact-Local-Groups-Receive-Boost-From-Cost-of-Living-Community-Impact-Fund.aspx Community groups in the district are being given a key funding boost to help local people with the cost of living. Mon, 19 Aug 2024 13:41:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Making-An-Impact-Local-Groups-Receive-Boost-From-Cost-of-Living-Community-Impact-Fund.aspx Community Impact Fund https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Smashing-News-Welcomed-as-Tennis-Court-Refurbishment-Set-for-Connaught-Park.aspx DDC is welcoming news that two tennis courts in Connaught Park are set to be refurbished with funding from the Lawn Tennis Association Thu, 01 Aug 2024 13:32:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Smashing-News-Welcomed-as-Tennis-Court-Refurbishment-Set-for-Connaught-Park.aspx tennis https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/New-Proposals-for-Tides-Leisure-Centre-Site-Are-Set-to-Make-a-Splash.aspx Major proposals for a new leisure centre in Deal have been given the green light to move to the next stage of development Tue, 30 Jul 2024 09:55:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/New-Proposals-for-Tides-Leisure-Centre-Site-Are-Set-to-Make-a-Splash.aspx Tides https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/A-Roarsome-Day-Out-Dinosaur-Day-comes-to-Dover.aspx You won't want to miss Dinosaur Day in Pencester Gardens, Dover on Wednesday 7 August! Fri, 26 Jul 2024 09:17:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/A-Roarsome-Day-Out-Dinosaur-Day-comes-to-Dover.aspx dinosaur day Dinosaurs Pencester Gardens Pencester https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Announcing-our-local-environmental-'Heroes'-for-2024.aspx DDC hosts a prize giving ceremony to reward some of our community's local environmental heroes. Mon, 22 Jul 2024 17:15:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Announcing-our-local-environmental-'Heroes'-for-2024.aspx REACH Awards volunteers environment community prizegiving https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/New-Proposals-For-Tides-Leisure-Centre-Site-Gain-Momentum.aspx Major proposals for a new leisure centre in Deal that's fit for the next 50 years are set to be considered by DDC's Cabinet on 29 July Fri, 19 Jul 2024 15:28:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/New-Proposals-For-Tides-Leisure-Centre-Site-Gain-Momentum.aspx leisure centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Kearsney-Abbey-and-Russell-Gardens-named-among-the-country's-best-parks.aspx The parks have been awarded a Green Flag for the fourth consecutive year Thu, 18 Jul 2024 15:34:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Kearsney-Abbey-and-Russell-Gardens-named-among-the-country's-best-parks.aspx Kearsney Abbey Russell Gardens Kearsney Parks Green Flag Award Dover District Council volunteers https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Shining-the-Way-Multi-Million-Pound-Dover-Beacon-Project-Takes-Exciting-Next-Step.aspx Multi million pound plans for a landmark development in Bench Street in Dover have been given the go ahead by planners. Fri, 12 Jul 2024 10:34:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Shining-the-Way-Multi-Million-Pound-Dover-Beacon-Project-Takes-Exciting-Next-Step.aspx Dover Beacon https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Rural-businesses-and-community-groups-welcome-funding-boost.aspx DDC was allocated funding through the Rural England Prosperity Fund with local organisations invited to apply for a share Wed, 10 Jul 2024 13:41:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Rural-businesses-and-community-groups-welcome-funding-boost.aspx Rural business Dover District Council funding https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Impactful-School-Youth-Roadshow-is-back-for-its-third-year.aspx The Dover District Youth Conference is running as an IMPACT roadshow in 10 different secondary schools in Dover, Deal and Sandwich Wed, 26 Jun 2024 14:03:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Impactful-School-Youth-Roadshow-is-back-for-its-third-year.aspx Impact Youth Conference roadshow Schools https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Local-businesses-invited-to-get-involved-in-over-50s-Roots-to-Work-scheme.aspx The scheme supports people over 50 returning to the workplace Mon, 24 Jun 2024 11:12:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Local-businesses-invited-to-get-involved-in-over-50s-Roots-to-Work-scheme.aspx Employability Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Deal-Jobs-and-Skills-Fair-at-Tides-Leisure-Centre-on-Wednesday-10-July.aspx A jobs and skills fair, focusing on help, advice and information for young people is coming to Tides Leisure Centre in Deal on 10 July Fri, 21 Jun 2024 14:07:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Deal-Jobs-and-Skills-Fair-at-Tides-Leisure-Centre-on-Wednesday-10-July.aspx Jobs Fair https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Flying-The-Flag-For-Armed-Forces-Day-2024.aspx To mark the start of Armed Forces Week, a ceremony is being held to raise the Armed Forces Day flag on Monday, 24 June Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:45:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Flying-The-Flag-For-Armed-Forces-Day-2024.aspx Armed Forces Day https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/DDC-to-buy-48-affordable-homes-in-Deal.aspx The new homes will be a mix of social rent and shared ownership Tue, 21 May 2024 10:34:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/DDC-to-buy-48-affordable-homes-in-Deal.aspx affordable homes Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Local-groups-invited-to-apply-to-DDC's-Cost-of-Living-Community-Impact-Fund.aspx The Community Impact Fund supports projects which help communities with the cost of living Mon, 20 May 2024 12:37:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Local-groups-invited-to-apply-to-DDC's-Cost-of-Living-Community-Impact-Fund.aspx cost of living Community Impact Fund Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/A-New-Future-For-Dovers-Historic-Roman-Painted-House.aspx DDC, working with the Roman Painted House Trust, is looking forward to opening the Roman Painted House to the public this summer Tue, 16 Apr 2024 17:32:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/A-New-Future-For-Dovers-Historic-Roman-Painted-House.aspx Roman Painted house https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dover-Beacon-Archaeologists-start-excavation-work.aspx The site will eventually be home to a new further education digital/creative campus, business centre and creative centre Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:58:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dover-Beacon-Archaeologists-start-excavation-work.aspx Dover Beacon Bench Street Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Funding-Boost-to-Help-Conserve-and-Regenerate-Dovers-Western-Heights.aspx A new grant from Historic England is set to provide a key boost to help conserve and regenerate Dover's Western Heights. Thu, 11 Apr 2024 16:25:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Funding-Boost-to-Help-Conserve-and-Regenerate-Dovers-Western-Heights.aspx Western Heights https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Public-Asked-for-Views-on-Modifications-to-Local-Plan.aspx A six-week consultation opens today (11 April) Thu, 11 Apr 2024 09:54:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Public-Asked-for-Views-on-Modifications-to-Local-Plan.aspx Local Plan https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Kearsney-Abbey's-historic-Billiards-Room-becomes-new-wedding-venue.aspx The Grade II listed building can now host wedding ceremonies and receptions Tue, 09 Apr 2024 12:24:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Kearsney-Abbey's-historic-Billiards-Room-becomes-new-wedding-venue.aspx Kearsney Abbey news Dover District Council Weddings https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Inside-the-Mayor's-Parlour-at-Dover's-historic-Maison-Dieu.aspx Join DDC and the Landmark Trust online to discover the history of the fascinating Mayor's Parlour Fri, 05 Apr 2024 11:18:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Inside-the-Mayor's-Parlour-at-Dover's-historic-Maison-Dieu.aspx Maison Dieu DDC history & heritage https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dover-District-Council-celebrates-50-years.aspx Staff took part in a voluntary litter pick to mark the occasion Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:58:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dover-District-Council-celebrates-50-years.aspx Dover District Council Litter Pick https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dementia-safeguarding-tags-rolled-out-in-the-Dover-district.aspx The tags are a tool to help keep people living with dementia safe while maintaining their independence Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:54:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dementia-safeguarding-tags-rolled-out-in-the-Dover-district.aspx Dementia Dover District Council community https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Generating-Success-as-Dartford-Borough-and-Dover-District-Councils-Work-Together.aspx A key partnership has been recognised as Dartford Borough and Dover District Councils succeed at energy efficiency awards Tue, 19 Mar 2024 13:01:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Generating-Success-as-Dartford-Borough-and-Dover-District-Councils-Work-Together.aspx energy efficiency https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Funding-Boost-to-Support-Rural-Businesses-and-Local-Community-Groups-Apply-Now.aspx Small businesses and community organisations in the district are invited to apply for funding to boost investment in rural areas Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:44:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Funding-Boost-to-Support-Rural-Businesses-and-Local-Community-Groups-Apply-Now.aspx repf https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Get-Set-to-Join-in-the-Fun-at-the-First-Dover-District-Sports-Spectacular-on-11-April.aspx The first Dover District Sports Spectacular is all set to get up and running at the Duke of York's Royal Military School on 11 April Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:56:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Get-Set-to-Join-in-the-Fun-at-the-First-Dover-District-Sports-Spectacular-on-11-April.aspx sports https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Celebrating-the-vibrance-of-Dover-at-Night.aspx A free drop-in event trail is being held to encourage visitors to explore historic and creative spaces in Dover Fri, 08 Mar 2024 12:39:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Celebrating-the-vibrance-of-Dover-at-Night.aspx Maison Dieu Dover District Council dover town Dover history https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dover-District-Council-Agrees-202425-Budget.aspx Dover District Council agreed its budget for 2024/25 at its meeting last night (6 March) Thu, 07 Mar 2024 14:19:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Dover-District-Council-Agrees-202425-Budget.aspx budget https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Community-Roots-van-fitted-with-onboard-defibrillator.aspx DDC staff have also been trained to use the life-saving equipment Tue, 05 Mar 2024 13:12:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Community-Roots-van-fitted-with-onboard-defibrillator.aspx Defibrillator community roots Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Calling-All-Local-Sports-Clubs-Join-the-Winning-Teams-at-the-Dover-District-Sports-Spectacular.aspx Sports clubs across the area are being invited to get involved in the very first Dover District Sports Spectacular Mon, 04 Mar 2024 10:08:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Calling-All-Local-Sports-Clubs-Join-the-Winning-Teams-at-the-Dover-District-Sports-Spectacular.aspx sports https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/One-bag-makes-a-BIG-difference-Call-for-volunteers-Join-us-for-this-year's-Great-British-Spring-Clean-from-15-to-31-March.aspx Could you help us make a difference in your local community as we continue to work together to tackle litter in our district? Mon, 04 Mar 2024 09:35:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/One-bag-makes-a-BIG-difference-Call-for-volunteers-Join-us-for-this-year's-Great-British-Spring-Clean-from-15-to-31-March.aspx Environmental Crime https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Do-you-know-someone-local-who-goes-the-extra-mile-and-deserves-to-be-recognised.aspx The REACH Awards recognise our district's unsung environmental and community heroes Tue, 27 Feb 2024 10:54:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Do-you-know-someone-local-who-goes-the-extra-mile-and-deserves-to-be-recognised.aspx REACH REACH Awards community environment heroes https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/New-life-saving-defibrillator-installed-at-Ke-arsney-Abbey.aspx The defibrillator is located outside the entrance to the café Fri, 16 Feb 2024 12:13:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/New-life-saving-defibrillator-installed-at-Ke-arsney-Abbey.aspx Kearsney Abbey Defibrillator Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Healthier-Happier-Fitter-Dover-District-Leisure-Centre-Celebrates-5th-Anniversary.aspx DDC and Places Leisure are hailing the success of the Dover District Leisure Centre as it marks the fifth anniversary of opening Tue, 13 Feb 2024 13:06:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Healthier-Happier-Fitter-Dover-District-Leisure-Centre-Celebrates-5th-Anniversary.aspx Dover District Leisure Centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/DDC-Outlines-Budget-Proposals.aspx DDC's Cabinet has agreed to progress a budget for 2024/25 with an exciting programme of investment ahead Fri, 09 Feb 2024 11:11:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/DDC-Outlines-Budget-Proposals.aspx budget https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Get-Ready-For-Gardens-Springing-Back-to-Life-With-DDC-Garden-Waste-Collections.aspx It's time to renew your subscription or sign up for Dover District Council's garden waste collection service Thu, 08 Feb 2024 12:18:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Get-Ready-For-Gardens-Springing-Back-to-Life-With-DDC-Garden-Waste-Collections.aspx Garden Waste Collections https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/More-affordable-homes-for-the-Dover-district.aspx Four of the homes will be let at affordable rent and two will be available to buy through the shared ownership scheme Tue, 06 Feb 2024 13:12:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/More-affordable-homes-for-the-Dover-district.aspx Dover District Council Affordable Housing https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Tribute-to-Terry-Sutton-MBE-1929-2024.aspx The Chairman of Dover District Council has expressed condolences on behalf of the district to the family of Terry Sutton MBE Mon, 05 Feb 2024 14:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Tribute-to-Terry-Sutton-MBE-1929-2024.aspx Terry Sutton MBE https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/New-higher-level-apprenticeship-roles-coming-up-at-DDC.aspx The exciting announcement marks the start of National Apprenticeship Week (Feb 5-11) Mon, 05 Feb 2024 13:52:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/New-higher-level-apprenticeship-roles-coming-up-at-DDC.aspx apprenticeship Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/DDC-Warns-Residents-Face-Picking-Up-Multi-Million-Pound-Bill-to-Protect-Nations-Biosecurity.aspx DDC warns the cost of continuing to provide current port health services would be £2.8m in 2024/25 if planned government cuts go ahead Fri, 02 Feb 2024 12:28:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/DDC-Warns-Residents-Face-Picking-Up-Multi-Million-Pound-Bill-to-Protect-Nations-Biosecurity.aspx port health https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Maison-Dieu-Restoration-Inspires-the-Next-Generation.aspx Young people have been exploring career opportunities in the arts and heritage crafts at a special Creative Careers Café Wed, 31 Jan 2024 14:24:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Maison-Dieu-Restoration-Inspires-the-Next-Generation.aspx Creative Careers Cafe Maison Dieu dover dover town hall Artswork heritage crafts arts careers EKC Dover College https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Have-your-say-on-extending-the-Dour-Street-Conservation-Area.aspx A public consultation is being held on proposals to extend the boundary Wed, 24 Jan 2024 10:32:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Have-your-say-on-extending-the-Dour-Street-Conservation-Area.aspx Dover District Council Conservation Area Conservation Area Character Appraisal https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Hitting-the-Jackpot-for-Local-Good-Causes.aspx Celebrating its fifth birthday in 2024, the Dover Lotto has raised £205,581 for local charities and community groups Mon, 22 Jan 2024 10:45:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Hitting-the-Jackpot-for-Local-Good-Causes.aspx Dover Lotto GOOD CAUSES community groups charities Cllr Charlotte Zosseder https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Over-50s-helped-back-into-the-workplace-through-Roots-to-Work.aspx The scheme offers support including CV writing, digital training and interview advice Tue, 16 Jan 2024 10:34:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Over-50s-helped-back-into-the-workplace-through-Roots-to-Work.aspx Dover District Council communities employment https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Findings-from-the-District-Housing-Needs-Survey-published.aspx The data will be used to help inform what type of properties are needed in local communities Mon, 15 Jan 2024 13:42:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2024/Findings-from-the-District-Housing-Needs-Survey-published.aspx Housing Needs Survey Dover District Council Affordable Housing https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Research-Shows-Strong-Growth-and-Recovery-for-White-Cliffs-Countrys-Tourism.aspx DDC is welcoming news that Visit Kent's latest Economic Impact Model for 2022 shows that the visitor economy continues to grow Mon, 18 Dec 2023 15:03:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Research-Shows-Strong-Growth-and-Recovery-for-White-Cliffs-Countrys-Tourism.aspx tourism https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Tourism-Awards-Success-Celebrated.aspx DDC is welcoming White Cliffs Country Visitor Information Centre's success at the Beautiful South Tourism Awards Fri, 15 Dec 2023 11:06:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Tourism-Awards-Success-Celebrated.aspx Visitor information Centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-riverside-homes-at-Buckland-Mill-approved-by-DDC.aspx Plans are to build 135 homes on the brownfield site Thu, 14 Dec 2023 10:46:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-riverside-homes-at-Buckland-Mill-approved-by-DDC.aspx Buckland Mill planning application DDC https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Local-Groups-Receive-Boost-From-86k-Cost-of-Living-Community-Impact-Fund.aspx Community groups in the district are being given a key funding boost to help local people with the cost of living. Fri, 08 Dec 2023 11:56:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Local-Groups-Receive-Boost-From-86k-Cost-of-Living-Community-Impact-Fund.aspx cost of living https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Funding-Boost-to-Support-Rural-Business-and-Local-Community-Groups-Apply-Now.aspx Small businesses and community organisations in the district are being invited to apply for funding to boost rural areas Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:41:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Funding-Boost-to-Support-Rural-Business-and-Local-Community-Groups-Apply-Now.aspx repf https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Two-new-polling-districts-and-a-new-constituency-name-for-the-area.aspx A review of polling districts, polling places and polling stations has been carried out by DDC Thu, 30 Nov 2023 15:19:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Two-new-polling-districts-and-a-new-constituency-name-for-the-area.aspx Polling District Review https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Kids-Take-Charge-of-Dover-Museum-and-Maison-Dieu.aspx Kids are taking over Dover Museum this Thursday and Friday! Mon, 20 Nov 2023 10:51:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Kids-Take-Charge-of-Dover-Museum-and-Maison-Dieu.aspx Kids in Museums Takeover Day Dover Museum Maison Dieu Barton Junior School Martin Crowther https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-Leader-Expresses-Shock-and-Anger-at-Pfizer-Job-Losses.aspx DDC Leader expresses shock and anger at Pfizer job losses Tue, 14 Nov 2023 17:22:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-Leader-Expresses-Shock-and-Anger-at-Pfizer-Job-Losses.aspx Dover District Council Kevin Mills pfizer sandwich Discovery Park https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-takes-to-the-road-ahead-of-campaign-to-end-domestic-abuse.aspx The council is supporting Safeguarding Adults Week, White Ribbon Day and 16 Days of Action Tue, 14 Nov 2023 12:25:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-takes-to-the-road-ahead-of-campaign-to-end-domestic-abuse.aspx community roots White Ribbon 16 Days of Action DDC Domestic abuse https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Shining-a-Light-on-Proposed-New-Dover-Beacon.aspx Residents, businesses and anyone with an interest are invited to view and comment on new design proposals for the Dover Beacon project Mon, 13 Nov 2023 15:09:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Shining-a-Light-on-Proposed-New-Dover-Beacon.aspx Dover Beacon https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC's-Benefits-and-Money-Advice-team-helps-stop-hundreds-of-tenants-falling-into-debt.aspx The advisors have helped families and vulnerable individuals keep a roof over their head Wed, 08 Nov 2023 13:37:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC's-Benefits-and-Money-Advice-team-helps-stop-hundreds-of-tenants-falling-into-debt.aspx Money advice Dover District Council Benefits and Financial Advice https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Turning-Back-Time-on-140-Year-Old-Town-Hall-Clock.aspx A clock that has stood out on the Dover skyline for 140 years is being restored as part of the £10.5m reawakening of the Maison Dieu Tue, 07 Nov 2023 15:06:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Turning-Back-Time-on-140-Year-Old-Town-Hall-Clock.aspx Maison Dieu dover town hall dover clock William Burges E Dent & Co. National Lottery Heritage Fund Smith of Derby Cllr Charlotte Zosseder https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Free-From-Three-Getting-Ready-For-Festivities-With-Free-Parking-From-3pm-Weekdays-in-December.aspx Dover District Council is to offer free parking in its car parks from 3pm on weekdays throughout December Tue, 07 Nov 2023 10:27:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Free-From-Three-Getting-Ready-For-Festivities-With-Free-Parking-From-3pm-Weekdays-in-December.aspx parking https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Local-Plan-examination-hearing-sessions-to-begin.aspx Planning Inspectors will consider the soundness of the district's Local Plan during the public hearing sessions Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:15:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Local-Plan-examination-hearing-sessions-to-begin.aspx Local Plan Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Life-Saving-Equipment-at-Dover-Museum-As-Restart-a-Heart-Campaign-Comes-to-Dover.aspx A new defibrillator is to be installed at Dover Museum on 31 October – as St John Ambulance holds a Restart A Heart event in Dover Wed, 25 Oct 2023 10:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Life-Saving-Equipment-at-Dover-Museum-As-Restart-a-Heart-Campaign-Comes-to-Dover.aspx Restart A Heart https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Key-Bridge-and-Culvert-Works-to-Make-a-Splash-With-Environmental-Improvements-for-Sandwich.aspx Key new bridge and culvert works in Sandwich are set to help the local environment for the historic town Mon, 16 Oct 2023 15:44:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Key-Bridge-and-Culvert-Works-to-Make-a-Splash-With-Environmental-Improvements-for-Sandwich.aspx sandwich https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Stalled-affordable-homes-project-kick-started-thanks-to-480k-grant.aspx The funding will be used to prepare a brownfield site in Dover for new affordable homes Tue, 10 Oct 2023 13:12:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Stalled-affordable-homes-project-kick-started-thanks-to-480k-grant.aspx affordable homes Brownfield Sites grant Dover District Council government https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Have-your-say-on-a-greener-future-for-the-Dover-district.aspx DDC has created a plan to help protect the district's green infrastructure Wed, 04 Oct 2023 09:40:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Have-your-say-on-a-greener-future-for-the-Dover-district.aspx Green Infrastructure Consultation DDC https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Dover-Museum-Exhibition-Uncovers-Maison-Dieu-Finds.aspx Dover Museum is showcasing fascinating finds from a series of community archaeological digs in and around Dover's historic Maison Dieu Tue, 03 Oct 2023 14:36:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Dover-Museum-Exhibition-Uncovers-Maison-Dieu-Finds.aspx Maison Dieu dover Dover Museum Canterbury Archaeological Trust archaeology Keith Parfitt Martin Crowther History Diggers National Lottery Heritage Fund https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Your-Views-Sought-on-Polling-Station-Review.aspx DDC is seeking feedback on any aspect of the allocated polling areas or polling stations used in the Dover District Mon, 02 Oct 2023 09:12:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Your-Views-Sought-on-Polling-Station-Review.aspx Polling station review Dover District Councill elections https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Dovers-Biggest-Jobs-Skills-Fair-Returns.aspx Dover's biggest jobs and skills fair returns to Cruise Terminal 2 at the Port of Dover on Thursday, 12 October from 10am to 2.30pm. Fri, 29 Sep 2023 13:15:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Dovers-Biggest-Jobs-Skills-Fair-Returns.aspx Dover Jobs & Skills Fair Cllr Kevin Mills Rob Polden Doug Bannister port of Dover DWP jobs recruitment skills Cruise Terminal 2 https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Bringing-Home-Latest-Housing-News-at-Landlords-Forum-on-20-October.aspx A whole range of updates and housing news will be available at a Landlords' Forum at Dover District Council on 20 October Wed, 20 Sep 2023 11:40:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Bringing-Home-Latest-Housing-News-at-Landlords-Forum-on-20-October.aspx Landlords' Forum https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Local-Groups-Invited-to-Apply-for-Grants-From-DDCs-Cost-of-Living-Community-Impact-Fund.aspx Community groups in the district looking for vital funding are being encouraged to apply to DDC's Cost of Living Community Impact Fund Tue, 12 Sep 2023 11:40:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Local-Groups-Invited-to-Apply-for-Grants-From-DDCs-Cost-of-Living-Community-Impact-Fund.aspx Community Impact Fund https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Throwing-marine-life-a-lifeline-–-with-life-buoy-recycling-bins.aspx Dover District Council is delighted to have received a GreenSeas plastic bottle recycling bin for Dover seafront Fri, 08 Sep 2023 11:27:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Throwing-marine-life-a-lifeline-–-with-life-buoy-recycling-bins.aspx plastic recycling bin greenseas beach litter plastic recycling https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Fitness-work-out-that-won't-cost-you-a-penny.aspx New outdoor gym equipment planned for Cowdray Square Playing Fields, Deal thanks to a grant from the National Lottery Community Fund Wed, 06 Sep 2023 13:02:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Fitness-work-out-that-won't-cost-you-a-penny.aspx cowdray square outdoor activities outdoor gym National Lottery Community Fund https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Garden-Waste-Service-Set-To-Roll-Out-New-Wheeled-Bins.aspx DDC is set to roll out plans to introduce new wheeled bins for garden waste collections from April 2024 Tue, 05 Sep 2023 14:42:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Garden-Waste-Service-Set-To-Roll-Out-New-Wheeled-Bins.aspx garden waste https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-supports-new-wetland-project-to-help-rare-and-threatened-wildlife.aspx The site in Worth will provide a home for a vast number of species Mon, 04 Sep 2023 09:34:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-supports-new-wetland-project-to-help-rare-and-threatened-wildlife.aspx Conservation DDC RSPB https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Merchant-Navy-Day-in-Dover-2023.aspx A Merchant Navy Day service is being held at the Merchant Navy War Memorial on Marine Parade, Dover at 11am on Friday, 1 September Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:21:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Merchant-Navy-Day-in-Dover-2023.aspx Merchant Navy Day https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Green-fingered-DDC-tenants-commended-for-their-blooming-talents.aspx Winners of the annual tenants garden competition were announced at a special ceremony Tue, 22 Aug 2023 12:09:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Green-fingered-DDC-tenants-commended-for-their-blooming-talents.aspx Tenants garden Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Ahoy-There-Shipmtaes-Its-Heritage-Open-Day.aspx Explore the Maison Dieu maritime heritage on Saturday 9 September as part of Heritage Open Days Mon, 21 Aug 2023 08:52:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Ahoy-There-Shipmtaes-Its-Heritage-Open-Day.aspx Heritage Open Days Maison Dieu Maison Dieu House dover victualling yard National Lottery Heritage Fund Martin Crowther heritage https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Keeping-beach-goers-safe-as-summer-returns.aspx Keeping beach goers safe as summer returns - summer safety event on Dover seafront - Wednesday 16 August (10am-2pm) Fri, 11 Aug 2023 12:15:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Keeping-beach-goers-safe-as-summer-returns.aspx summer safety community beach water safety https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-Bolsters-Support-to-Help-with-the-Cost-of-Living.aspx DDC has unveiled plans to help residents with the soaring cost of living, including an £85,000 Cost of Living Community Impact Fund Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:40:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-Bolsters-Support-to-Help-with-the-Cost-of-Living.aspx cost of living Cllr Kevin Mills https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/A-Roarsome-Day-Out.aspx Dinosaurs are coming to Pencester 'Jurassic' Park in Dover on Wednesday 9 August for a thrilling day of dino fun! Mon, 31 Jul 2023 08:51:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/A-Roarsome-Day-Out.aspx Dover Dinosaur Day Pencester Gardens dover Jurassic Park Cllr Charlotte Zosseder Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Generating-Success-Energy-Efficiency-Award-Celebrated.aspx Dover District and Dartford Borough Councils win Regional Council or Local Authority Body of the Year in energy efficiency awards Fri, 28 Jul 2023 14:37:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Generating-Success-Energy-Efficiency-Award-Celebrated.aspx energy efficiency https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Town-Centres-With-Heart.aspx Town centres in Dover, Deal & Sandwich are even safer following an initiative to train local businesses how to use a defibrillator Wed, 26 Jul 2023 10:20:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Town-Centres-With-Heart.aspx Defibrillator Cllr Kevin Mills Lee Goodman dover deal sandwich St John's Ambulance british heart foundation The Circuit National Defibrillator Network https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Branching-Out-with-New-Tree-Trail.aspx A new tree trail is being launched at Kearsney Abbey in Dover to mark Love Parks Week (28 July – 6 August) Tue, 25 Jul 2023 13:07:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Branching-Out-with-New-Tree-Trail.aspx tree trail Kearsney Abbey dover Cllr Charlotte Zosseder Dover District Council trees Love Parks Week https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Coastal-councils-join-forces-to-tackle-litter-and-promote-water-safety-this-summer.aspx Coastal councils work together on a summer campaign to reduce the amount of litter left behind on our local beaches this holiday season Mon, 24 Jul 2023 16:04:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Coastal-councils-join-forces-to-tackle-litter-and-promote-water-safety-this-summer.aspx Environmental Crime https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Praise-for-Weekend-Traffic-Response-But-Calls-For-Government-Action-on-Road-Investment.aspx DDC Leader praises weekend traffic response but calls for Government action on roads investment Mon, 24 Jul 2023 10:59:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Praise-for-Weekend-Traffic-Response-But-Calls-For-Government-Action-on-Road-Investment.aspx Cllr Kevin Mills Dover District Council port of Dover Kent Resilience Forum government RIS3 Road Investment Strategy dover https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Dover-Museum-Exhibition-Charts-History-of-Channel-Crossings.aspx A new exhibition charting the history of Channel crossings opens at Dover Museum on Saturday, 29 July 2023. Mon, 24 Jul 2023 09:17:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Dover-Museum-Exhibition-Charts-History-of-Channel-Crossings.aspx Dover Museum dover english channel Channel crossings Cllr Charlotte Zosseder https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Mane-Attraction-Maison-Dieu-Lion-Grotesque-Revealed.aspx An intricately carved lion grotesque, created by stone mason Carrie Horwood as part of the Re-awakening the Maison Dieu is unveiled Thu, 20 Jul 2023 11:51:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Mane-Attraction-Maison-Dieu-Lion-Grotesque-Revealed.aspx Maison Dieu dover grotesque Carrie Horwood Cat's Eye Carving https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Hatrick-of-Awards-for-Kearsney-Abbey-Russell-Gardens.aspx Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens in Dover are celebrating after receiving a Green Flag Award for the third consecutive year Wed, 19 Jul 2023 10:47:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Hatrick-of-Awards-for-Kearsney-Abbey-Russell-Gardens.aspx Green Flag Award Kearsney Abbey Russell Gardens dover Cllr Charlotte Zosseder Parks for People National Lottery Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Bridge-Marks-Key-Phase-for-Dover-Fastrack.aspx The successful installation of a new bridge across the A2 in Whitfield marks a key stage in the delivery of Fastrack Mon, 17 Jul 2023 18:38:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Bridge-Marks-Key-Phase-for-Dover-Fastrack.aspx Dover Fastrack Cllr Jamie Pout Dover District Council Colas zero-emission bus Whifield NuSteel Structures https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-carbon-busting-affordable-homes-built-by-DDC-near-Sandwich.aspx The new homes form part of the council's commitment to provide more affordable homes in the district. Mon, 17 Jul 2023 09:16:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-carbon-busting-affordable-homes-built-by-DDC-near-Sandwich.aspx affordable homes Dover District Council Construction https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Dover-Youth-Theatre-Production-Travels-Tells-the-Story-of-Dovers-Maison-Dieu.aspx 'Pilgrim's Pathway' a Dover Youth Theatre performance premieres at St Mary's Church in Dover on 19 July Fri, 07 Jul 2023 11:06:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Dover-Youth-Theatre-Production-Travels-Tells-the-Story-of-Dovers-Maison-Dieu.aspx Dover Youth Theatre Maison Dieu dover St Mary's Church Martin Crowther Marie Kelly-Thomas https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Announcing-our-local-environmental-'Heroes'-for-2023.aspx DDC hosted a ceremony on Sunday 2 July at Kearsney Abbey to reward some of our community's local environmental heroes Mon, 03 Jul 2023 11:13:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Announcing-our-local-environmental-'Heroes'-for-2023.aspx Environmental Crime https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Bridging-the-Gap-for-Dover-Fastrack.aspx A new 31.5m span bridge is to be installed across the A2 at Whitfield over the weekend of Friday 14 to Monday 17 July Fri, 30 Jun 2023 15:52:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Bridging-the-Gap-for-Dover-Fastrack.aspx Dover Fastrack bridge A2 Cllr Jamie Pout David Brazier Nicholas Dobbie Colas KCC DDC dover zero-emission electric bus dover town centre dover priory railway station housing development https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-Seeks-Tenants-for-Bench-Street-Dover-Redevelopment.aspx DDC is seeking tenants for a new creative centre, business centre, and education campus as part of the redevelopment of Bench Street Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:58:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-Seeks-Tenants-for-Bench-Street-Dover-Redevelopment.aspx Bench Street dover Kent Business Portal creative centre educaiton campus business centre digital and creative industries heritage regneration Cllr Kevin Mills https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-DDC-leadership-pledges-to-build-200-council-homes-a-year.aspx The new administration say they want to do more to provide high-quality affordable homes for local people Tue, 27 Jun 2023 12:56:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-DDC-leadership-pledges-to-build-200-council-homes-a-year.aspx Council Housing affordable homes Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-roads-in-Aylesham-get-the-Royal-treatment.aspx The roads have been given names inspired by the King's Coronation. Mon, 26 Jun 2023 12:38:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-roads-in-Aylesham-get-the-Royal-treatment.aspx Aylesham Aylesham Garden Village Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Impactful-School-Youth-Roadshow-is-back-for-its-second-year.aspx The Dover District Youth Conference will run as a roadshow in 10 different secondary schools across the district from 26-30 June 2023 Mon, 26 Jun 2023 09:21:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Impactful-School-Youth-Roadshow-is-back-for-its-second-year.aspx roadshow Youth Conference community event Mental health communication Impact23 https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC's-eagle-eyed-CCTV-operators-help-tackle-crime-in-the-district.aspx Hundreds of arrests have been made, crimes averted and vulnerable people helped Wed, 21 Jun 2023 11:07:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC's-eagle-eyed-CCTV-operators-help-tackle-crime-in-the-district.aspx CCTV Annual Report DDC https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Have-Your-Say-on-Clean-Air-Day.aspx DDC has launched a public consultation on draft Air Quality Action Plan to mark Clean Air Day Thu, 15 Jun 2023 08:48:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Have-Your-Say-on-Clean-Air-Day.aspx Air Quality air quality action plan Clean Air Day Consultation Cllr Jamie Pout Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Funding-Running-Your-Local-VoluntaryCommunity-Group-Find-out-More-at-Free-Event.aspx DDC event at St Radigunds Community Centre on Thursday 15 June (5-7pm) to offer funding and advice for community/voluntary groups Mon, 12 Jun 2023 08:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Funding-Running-Your-Local-VoluntaryCommunity-Group-Find-out-More-at-Free-Event.aspx community group voluntary group Dover District Council Cllr Charlotte Zosseder https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/KCC-Urged-to-Bin-Proposed-Changes-to-Household-Waste-Recylcing-Centres.aspx DDC is calling on KCC to rethink proposals to reduce opening hours and close some household waste and recycling centres Tue, 06 Jun 2023 10:31:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/KCC-Urged-to-Bin-Proposed-Changes-to-Household-Waste-Recylcing-Centres.aspx Cllr Kevin Mills Dover District Council household waste and recycling centres Kent County Council recyling https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Dover-District-Council-Elects-New-Chairman-and-Vice-Chairman.aspx Cllr Gordon Cowan is the new Chairman of DDC following the annual meeting of the Council. Cllr David Cronk is Vice-Chairman Tue, 30 May 2023 15:01:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Dover-District-Council-Elects-New-Chairman-and-Vice-Chairman.aspx Cllr Gordon Cowan Cllr David Cronk chairman Vice-Chairman Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Dover-Hosts-Journeys-Kent-History-Showcase.aspx Celebrate Kent's rich history in a day of hands-on activities, popular talks and art and craft for all the family in Dover Tue, 30 May 2023 08:30:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Dover-Hosts-Journeys-Kent-History-Showcase.aspx Journeys Kent History Showcase Maison Dieu dover Dover Museum & Bronze Age Boat Gallery https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Youngsters-at-risk-of-offending-helped-back-onto-right-path-through-DDC's-Inspire2Change-project.aspx The eight-week project saw young people taking part in sport activities and supported by mentors Wed, 24 May 2023 10:48:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Youngsters-at-risk-of-offending-helped-back-onto-right-path-through-DDC's-Inspire2Change-project.aspx DDC communities young people support https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Walk-in-the-Footsteps-of-Medieval-Pilgrims.aspx Join Dover's family-friendly Pilgrim Trail on Saturday 27 May to discover historic sites and take part in a range of fun activities Mon, 22 May 2023 09:45:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Walk-in-the-Footsteps-of-Medieval-Pilgrims.aspx Dover Pilgrim Trail Maison Dieu https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Administraiton-and-New-Faces-at-Dover-District-Council.aspx There's a new look for Dover District Council as the new Labour-led administration took control at the Annual Meeting of the Council Thu, 18 May 2023 09:39:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Administraiton-and-New-Faces-at-Dover-District-Council.aspx Dover District Council Cllr Kevin Mills Leader of Dover District Council Labour new administration cabinet https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC's-Wellbeing-Roadshow-gets-ready-to-hit-the-road-once-again.aspx DDC will be out on the road with a series of events to promote positive mental health Mon, 15 May 2023 10:15:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC's-Wellbeing-Roadshow-gets-ready-to-hit-the-road-once-again.aspx wellbeing community DDC https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Game-set-and-match-to-Walmer-as-tennis-courts-are-refurbished.aspx DDC and the LTA have renovated four tennis courts at Marke Wood Recreation Ground in Walmer Wed, 10 May 2023 09:38:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Game-set-and-match-to-Walmer-as-tennis-courts-are-refurbished.aspx LTA marke wood tennis courts tennis Walmer launch event grant https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Join-The-Big-Help-Out-as-we-celebrate-the-Coronation-of-King-Charles-III-and-the-Reawakening-of-Dover's-historic-Maison-Dieu.aspx Drop into Dover Museum this Bank Holiday Monday to mark the Coronation and join in the Big Help Out by volunteering at the Maison Dieu Wed, 03 May 2023 12:46:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Join-The-Big-Help-Out-as-we-celebrate-the-Coronation-of-King-Charles-III-and-the-Reawakening-of-Dover's-historic-Maison-Dieu.aspx coronation Maison Dieu Big Help Out King Charles III Dover Museum https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Maison-Dieus-Reawakening-through-a-Photographers-Eye.aspx Young adults aged 16-25 are learning skills from top photographers and film makers as they document the Maison Dieu's transformation Thu, 06 Apr 2023 09:02:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Maison-Dieus-Reawakening-through-a-Photographers-Eye.aspx Maison Dieu dover Photography https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC's-shared-ownership-scheme-has-made-my-home-owning-dream-come-true.aspx The largest number of new council homes in a generation is being delivered by DDC. Thu, 30 Mar 2023 16:16:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC's-shared-ownership-scheme-has-made-my-home-owning-dream-come-true.aspx Affordable Housing Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Whitfield-Medical-Centre-approved-by-DDC.aspx The new two-storey surgery will accommodate 15,000 patients Tue, 28 Mar 2023 15:35:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-Whitfield-Medical-Centre-approved-by-DDC.aspx planning application Dover District Council Whitfield https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Council-Announces-Bench-Street-Plan.aspx As plans ramp up to breathe new life into Bench Street, DDC is set to demolish properties it owns at 11/14/15 to protect public safety Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:08:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Council-Announces-Bench-Street-Plan.aspx Bench Street https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/One-bag-makes-a-BIG-difference-Join-us-for-this-year's-Great-British-Spring-Clean.aspx DDC is looking for volunteers to sign up for this year's Great British Spring Clean campaign Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:34:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/One-bag-makes-a-BIG-difference-Join-us-for-this-year's-Great-British-Spring-Clean.aspx Environmental Crime https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-secures-150000-funding-to-improve-planning-process.aspx DDC has successfully bid for £150,000 from national Government to create software that will improve the online planning service. Fri, 10 Mar 2023 10:30:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-secures-150000-funding-to-improve-planning-process.aspx planning software GIS mapping funding digital digital solutions https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Behind-the-scenes-what-it's-really-like-being-a-DDC-councillor.aspx Two councillors have revealed what the role involves ahead of this year's local elections. Wed, 08 Mar 2023 13:22:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Behind-the-scenes-what-it's-really-like-being-a-DDC-councillor.aspx Councillors Dover District Council elections https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-partners-with-LitterLotto-to-reward-residents-who-bin-litter.aspx LitterLotto is a free mobile phone app offering users the chance to win prizes for doing the right thing and putting litter in the bin. Mon, 06 Mar 2023 11:14:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-partners-with-LitterLotto-to-reward-residents-who-bin-litter.aspx Environmental Crime https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Students-uncover-hidden-stories-at-the-Maison-Dieu.aspx Graphic design students from UKC are to create exhibition designs inspired by the hidden stories of the 800-year-old Maison Dieu Thu, 02 Mar 2023 16:40:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Students-uncover-hidden-stories-at-the-Maison-Dieu.aspx Maison Dieu dover Becky Upson School of Architecture and Planning University of Kent https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Budget-Agreed-as-DDC-Invest-for-the-Futre.aspx Dover District Council has agreed its budget for 23/24, with an exciting programme of investment ahead Thu, 02 Mar 2023 09:52:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Budget-Agreed-as-DDC-Invest-for-the-Futre.aspx budget https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Reaching-out-to-local-environmental-'Heroes'-who-deserve-to-be-recognised.aspx The REACH Awards recognise our district's unsung 'heroes' who work hard to improve our environment and unite the local community. Wed, 01 Mar 2023 14:03:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Reaching-out-to-local-environmental-'Heroes'-who-deserve-to-be-recognised.aspx REACH REACH Awards environment awards community litter picking Schools business GBSC https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Cueing-Up-Kents-Newsest-Events-Venue.aspx Grade II Listed former Billiards Room at Kearsney Abbey is now available for community, educational and corporate event hire Wed, 01 Mar 2023 13:13:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Cueing-Up-Kents-Newsest-Events-Venue.aspx The Billiards Room Kearsney Abbey dover Parks for People Dover District Council Russell Gardens National Lottery Heritage Fund Events event hire https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/A-Big-Deal-for-Jobs-Skills.aspx Deal is the venue for the Big Jobs & Skills Fair organised by DDC and the Department for Work on 14 March at Tides Leisure Centre Fri, 24 Feb 2023 16:20:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/A-Big-Deal-for-Jobs-Skills.aspx Deal Big Jobs & Skills Fair deal Kent jobs recruitment Dover District Council Cllr Ollie Richardson https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Public-engagement-on-proposed-new-Dover-Creative-Centre.aspx Local residents and businesses are invited to view and comment on proposals for the Dover Creative Centre to be built in Bench Street. Tue, 21 Feb 2023 14:25:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Public-engagement-on-proposed-new-Dover-Creative-Centre.aspx Bench Street creative arts creative centre Engagement Drop in event https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Cleaning-up-at-Keep-Britain-Tidy-Awards.aspx DDC has won the prestigious Keep Britain Tidy Local Authority Network Great British Spring Clean Award Tue, 21 Feb 2023 08:43:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Cleaning-up-at-Keep-Britain-Tidy-Awards.aspx Environmental Crime https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/One-year-on-Ukrainians-reflect-on-their-time-living-in-the-Dover-district.aspx More than 100 properties in the Dover district are housing Ukrainians through the Homes for Ukraine scheme. Mon, 20 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/One-year-on-Ukrainians-reflect-on-their-time-living-in-the-Dover-district.aspx Ukraine Homes for Ukraine Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Final-phase-of-Aylesham-Garden-Village-to-begin-with-developers-back-on-site.aspx Construction of Aylesham Garden Village started in 2014 and is almost complete Wed, 15 Feb 2023 13:19:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Final-phase-of-Aylesham-Garden-Village-to-begin-with-developers-back-on-site.aspx Aylesham Garden Village planning - development https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Treasure-Donated-to-Dover-Museum.aspx A complete cast gold memento mori or mourning ring dating to 1712 has been donated to Dover Museum Tue, 14 Feb 2023 11:56:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Treasure-Donated-to-Dover-Museum.aspx Dover Museum momento-mori mourning ring treasure Cllr Trevor Bartlett Dover District Council metal detecting find https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Get-onboard-with-the-new-on-demand-bus-service-for-Aylesham-and-surrounding-villages.aspx Passengers will be able to book a bus at the touch of a button with the new on-demand service. Mon, 13 Feb 2023 09:39:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Get-onboard-with-the-new-on-demand-bus-service-for-Aylesham-and-surrounding-villages.aspx Aylesham stagecoach bus service https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Voter-ID-Are-You-Prepared.aspx District and parish elections take place on 4 May–residents reminded that to vote at a polling station, you will need to show photo ID Wed, 08 Feb 2023 16:23:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Voter-ID-Are-You-Prepared.aspx elections https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Breaking-Ground-on-Guildhall-Square-Revamp.aspx Work to transform the Guildhall Square in Sandwich as a welcoming space for both residents and visitors is underway. Wed, 08 Feb 2023 13:46:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Breaking-Ground-on-Guildhall-Square-Revamp.aspx guildhall square sandwich Cllr Trevor Bartlett The Open https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Generating-Results-to-Put-the-Environment-to-the-Fore-With-The-Open-Legacy-Fund.aspx News welcomed that The Open Legacy Fund has helped a local school with a project that has led to the installation of 345 solar panels Mon, 06 Feb 2023 15:31:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Generating-Results-to-Put-the-Environment-to-the-Fore-With-The-Open-Legacy-Fund.aspx The Open Legacy Fund https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Whitfield-Urban-Expansion-soars-on-with-more-house-building-underway-and-bird-themed-street-names-approved.aspx Construction of new homes and a road to support Dover Fastrack is well underway Thu, 02 Feb 2023 10:02:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Whitfield-Urban-Expansion-soars-on-with-more-house-building-underway-and-bird-themed-street-names-approved.aspx Whitfield Urban Expansion Dover Fastrack https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-branches-out-into-the-local-community-with-new-bespoke-vehicle.aspx DDC staff can travel out into the heart of our local communities in a new fully equipped vehicle Fri, 20 Jan 2023 09:09:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-branches-out-into-the-local-community-with-new-bespoke-vehicle.aspx community Events van https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Levelling-Up-Fund-Delivers-63-Million-Boost-for-Dover.aspx Two projects in Dover have been awarded over £63 million to deliver new investment to boost jobs, skills, and access in the town Thu, 19 Jan 2023 13:41:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Levelling-Up-Fund-Delivers-63-Million-Boost-for-Dover.aspx dover Levelling Up Fund port of Dover Cllr Trevor Bartlett Doug Bannister jobs skills Brownfield Bench Street Dover Beacon Dover Access Improvements https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-user-friendly-housing-register-system-to-be-rolled-out.aspx To move to the new system new applications to the housing register will be suspended for a month Mon, 16 Jan 2023 11:56:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/New-user-friendly-housing-register-system-to-be-rolled-out.aspx housing options team Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Closure-of-Ladywell-public-car-park-as-Maison-Dieu-Restoration-Gets-Underway.aspx DDC is advising residents and businesses of local restrictions as work gets underway on the restoration of the Maison Dieu Fri, 13 Jan 2023 15:39:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Closure-of-Ladywell-public-car-park-as-Maison-Dieu-Restoration-Gets-Underway.aspx Maison Dieu dover Ladywell public car park restoration https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Ukrainian-families-staying-in-the-Dover-district-say-a-big-thank-you-to-their-hosts.aspx The group of Ukrainians held an event for their hosts with support from DDC Fri, 13 Jan 2023 10:20:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Ukrainian-families-staying-in-the-Dover-district-say-a-big-thank-you-to-their-hosts.aspx ukrainian support Dover District Council Dover Outreach Centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Former-garage-site-in-Dover-transformed-into-16-studio-flats-for-people-facing-homelessness.aspx The interim housing will help reduce reliance on B&B accommodation Wed, 11 Jan 2023 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/Former-garage-site-in-Dover-transformed-into-16-studio-flats-for-people-facing-homelessness.aspx Interim housing Dover District Council affordable homes https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-to-launch-first-district-wide-housing-needs-survey-to-help-deliver-affordable-housing.aspx Results from the survey will help the council shape its 2023-2028 Affordable Housing Strategy. Tue, 03 Jan 2023 10:12:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2023/DDC-to-launch-first-district-wide-housing-needs-survey-to-help-deliver-affordable-housing.aspx Affordable Housing Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/DDC-Plants-70-Trees-in-Memory-of-HM-Queen-Elizabeth-II.aspx DDC has been planting 70 trees in memory of HM Queen Elizabeth II and her remarkable 70-year reign Mon, 19 Dec 2022 13:08:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/DDC-Plants-70-Trees-in-Memory-of-HM-Queen-Elizabeth-II.aspx trees https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Beautiful-South-Tourism-Awards.aspx White Cliffs Visitor Information Centre has been recognised as one of the best providers of visitor information in the south east Mon, 19 Dec 2022 09:30:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Beautiful-South-Tourism-Awards.aspx Visitor information Centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/DDC-shortlisted-for-Keep-Britain-Tidy's-Network-Awards.aspx DDC shortlisted for KBT's 'Great British Spring Clean Award 2023' recognising promotion, engagement and delivery of the 2022 campaign Thu, 15 Dec 2022 12:02:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/DDC-shortlisted-for-Keep-Britain-Tidy's-Network-Awards.aspx GBSC Great British Spring Clean Award Keep Britain Tidy https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-District-Lotto-Serves-Up-its-First-Jackpot-Winner.....Just-in-Time-for-Christmas.aspx Christmas has come early for the first £25,000 jackpot winner on the Dover District Lotto Tue, 13 Dec 2022 16:42:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-District-Lotto-Serves-Up-its-First-Jackpot-Winner.....Just-in-Time-for-Christmas.aspx Dover District Lotto Suzanne Letchford Cllr Trevor Bartlett local good causes Home Start Dover District community lottery jackpot winner https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Research-Shows-Promising-Recovery-for-White-Cliffs-Country's-Tourism-Industry-from-2020-to-2021.aspx Visit Kent's latest Economic Impact Model shows promising signs of early recovery for White Cliffs Country's tourism industry Tue, 13 Dec 2022 10:43:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Research-Shows-Promising-Recovery-for-White-Cliffs-Country's-Tourism-Industry-from-2020-to-2021.aspx White Cliffs Country dover deal sandwich tourism Visit Kent economic impact model tourism industry https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Website-Showcases-10.5m-Dover-Town-Hall-Restoration.aspx New website showcasing Dover's historic Town Hall has been launched as part of a £10.5m Lottery funded restoration project Mon, 12 Dec 2022 14:01:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Website-Showcases-10.5m-Dover-Town-Hall-Restoration.aspx Maison Dieu dover town hall website Cllr Oliver Richardson Dover District Council Lottery funded restoration Reawakening the Maison Dieu https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Bringing-Home-Further-Help-for-Communities-Household-Support-Fund-Extension-Allocated.aspx DDC is welcoming news that it has received a grant of almost £200k to continue to help households in the district Mon, 12 Dec 2022 10:50:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Bringing-Home-Further-Help-for-Communities-Household-Support-Fund-Extension-Allocated.aspx household support fund https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Getting-Down-to-Business-in-Dover-District.aspx DDC formally presented with FSB Local Government Award for 'Best Programme of Business Support in the Southeast' Fri, 09 Dec 2022 16:28:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Getting-Down-to-Business-in-Dover-District.aspx Federation of Small Businesses Dover District Council Tim Aker Aly Young Cllr Trevor Bartlett Cllr Chris Vinson Business Grants https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/1DDC-Completes-Land-Assembly-for-Bench-Street-Redevelopment.aspx DDC has acquired properties in Bench Street, Dover bringing the regeneration of the area a step closer Fri, 09 Dec 2022 08:31:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/1DDC-Completes-Land-Assembly-for-Bench-Street-Redevelopment.aspx Bench Street dover Cllr Trevor Bartlett Dover District Council Redevelopment Regeneration Levelling Up Fund https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-Design-Review-Panel-to-be-set-up-to-ensure-high-quality-development-in-the-district.aspx The independent expert panel will ensure development design in the Dover district is of the highest quality. Wed, 07 Dec 2022 12:16:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-Design-Review-Panel-to-be-set-up-to-ensure-high-quality-development-in-the-district.aspx planning - Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Festive-Fun-Continues-in-Dovers-Market-Square.aspx Festive fun in Dover's Market Square on Saturday, 10 December, with market, live music and dance, and a visit from Santa! Mon, 05 Dec 2022 14:00:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Festive-Fun-Continues-in-Dovers-Market-Square.aspx Christmas market square dover Soundwaves Choir CJ's Dance Eythorne Silver Band https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Contract-awarded-for-phase-two-of-the-Guildhall-Square-in-Sandwich.aspx Redevelopment of the Sandwich Guildhall Square contract awarded to Eythorne-based, Aesir Construction Fri, 02 Dec 2022 14:19:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Contract-awarded-for-phase-two-of-the-Guildhall-Square-in-Sandwich.aspx guildhall square sandwich guildhall forecourt https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Hundreds-of-people-attend-Local-Plan-public-exhibitions.aspx There is still time to get involved in the public consultation and have your say. Fri, 25 Nov 2022 12:58:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Hundreds-of-people-attend-Local-Plan-public-exhibitions.aspx Local Plan Dover district https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Solar-Farm-Capable-of-Powering-7000-Homes-Approved-by-Dover-District-Council.aspx Plans for a solar farm capable of providing sustainable energy for around 7,000 homes have been given the go ahead Fri, 25 Nov 2022 12:26:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Solar-Farm-Capable-of-Powering-7000-Homes-Approved-by-Dover-District-Council.aspx Solar Farm https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Self-Build-Homes-Boost-Set-to-Follow-Funding-Award-for-Brownfield-Land-Transformation.aspx DDC is welcoming news that it has been awarded over £100k as part of a government initiative to help drive new growth Thu, 24 Nov 2022 11:55:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Self-Build-Homes-Boost-Set-to-Follow-Funding-Award-for-Brownfield-Land-Transformation.aspx housing https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Advance-to-Work-event-to-offer-employment-advice-and-job-opportunities.aspx The free event is aimed at helping people overcome setbacks to get them back into the workplace. Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:58:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Advance-to-Work-event-to-offer-employment-advice-and-job-opportunities.aspx Aylesham Jobs Fair https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Supporting-Communities-DDC-Gives-More-Than-230k-in-Community-Grants.aspx Community groups in the district have been given a boost of over £230k from DDC's Community Grants scheme Fri, 18 Nov 2022 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Supporting-Communities-DDC-Gives-More-Than-230k-in-Community-Grants.aspx community grants https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Ruins-of-St-James-Church-no-Longer-at-Risk.aspx Ruins of St James' Church in Dover are to be removed from Historic England's Heritage at Risk Register following conservation programme Fri, 18 Nov 2022 10:44:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Ruins-of-St-James-Church-no-Longer-at-Risk.aspx St James Church dover Historic England At Risk Register David Johns Cllr Oliver Richardson heritage Conservation Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-and-Deal-Venues-Given-Awards-in-Safer-Socialising-Scheme.aspx Venues in Dover and Deal have been given awards recognising their work promoting safer socialising in the district. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 10:34:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-and-Deal-Venues-Given-Awards-in-Safer-Socialising-Scheme.aspx Best Bar None https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/School-children-mark-Armistice-St-Martins-Day-at-the-Maison-Dieu.aspx Primary school children took part in a special act of remembrance at the Maison Dieu marking both Armistice Day and St Martin's Day. Fri, 11 Nov 2022 13:06:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/School-children-mark-Armistice-St-Martins-Day-at-the-Maison-Dieu.aspx St Martins School Maison Dieu dover Armistice Day St Martin's Day Cllr Trevor Bartlett https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Preserving-a-snapshot-of-life-in-Dover-for-future-generations.aspx A 100-year time capsule to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee is now buried in Dover as a historic keepsake. Thu, 10 Nov 2022 09:34:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Preserving-a-snapshot-of-life-in-Dover-for-future-generations.aspx time capsule Platinum Jubilee Queen competition Friends of Dover Castle Maison Dieu https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Council-praised-for-helping-thousands-of-people-boost-their-skills-and-job-prospects.aspx DDC has been given an award from EKC Group for its work on the Skills Renewal Project Wed, 09 Nov 2022 15:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Council-praised-for-helping-thousands-of-people-boost-their-skills-and-job-prospects.aspx EKC Group Skills and Employment https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Girls-enjoy-free-street-dance-sessions-in-Dover-and-Deal.aspx Girls aged eight and over in the district have been enjoying free street dance sessions organised by DDC. Wed, 09 Nov 2022 09:08:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Girls-enjoy-free-street-dance-sessions-in-Dover-and-Deal.aspx street dance dance https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Sleighing-Saturday-Shopping-Parking-Charges-Free-Parking-and-Christmas-Events-This-December.aspx DDC is to offer free parking in its car parks for the Christmas period on Saturdays in December this year. Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:38:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Sleighing-Saturday-Shopping-Parking-Charges-Free-Parking-and-Christmas-Events-This-December.aspx Free Parking https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Tribute-to-Admiral-of-the-Fleet-the-Lord-Boyce-KG-GCB-OBE-DL.aspx The Chairman of the Council has sent condolences on behalf of the district to the family of Admiral of the Fleet the Lord Boyce Tue, 08 Nov 2022 11:06:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Tribute-to-Admiral-of-the-Fleet-the-Lord-Boyce-KG-GCB-OBE-DL.aspx Lord Boyce Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports Cllr Mike Conolly Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Historic-Dover-tram-shelter-restored-to-its-former-glory.aspx Refurbishment work to the Grade II listed structure has been completed Wed, 02 Nov 2022 14:06:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Historic-Dover-tram-shelter-restored-to-its-former-glory.aspx tram shelter Elms Vale https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Doctoral-Research-to-Uncover-Tudor-Past-of-Dovers-Maison-Dieu.aspx Research project to uncover the role of Dover's Maison Dieu under the late Tudors, and explore the relationship with Crown and town Wed, 02 Nov 2022 09:08:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Doctoral-Research-to-Uncover-Tudor-Past-of-Dovers-Maison-Dieu.aspx Maison Dieu Kieron Hoyle Dr Sheila Sweetinburgh Cllr Oliver Richardson dover National Lottery Heritage Fund Tudor history PhD Canterbury Christ Church University medieval hospital Tudor Navy vicutalling yard https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-District-Council-Scoops-Top-Award-for-Business-Support.aspx DDC has been recognised for its work to support small businesses with an award from the Federation of Small Businesses Wed, 26 Oct 2022 09:42:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-District-Council-Scoops-Top-Award-for-Business-Support.aspx Dover District Council Federation of Small Businesses FSB Business Grants Business Support Cllr Chris Vinson https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Your-chance-to-have-a-say-on-future-development-in-the-Dover-district.aspx The blueprint for future development in the district has been approved by councillors. Thu, 13 Oct 2022 14:49:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Your-chance-to-have-a-say-on-future-development-in-the-Dover-district.aspx Local Plan 2002 Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-family-homes-on-the-horizon-as-plans-for-249-more-houses-in-Whitfield-approved.aspx The new homes will form part of the Richmond Park development Wed, 12 Oct 2022 09:22:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-family-homes-on-the-horizon-as-plans-for-249-more-houses-in-Whitfield-approved.aspx Whitfield Urban Expansion planning - https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Inspiring-Support-for-Families-and-Young-People-in-Dover-District.aspx DDC is welcoming the success of two inspiring initiatives to help support young people and unite local families in the district Mon, 10 Oct 2022 11:10:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Inspiring-Support-for-Families-and-Young-People-in-Dover-District.aspx Inspire Families https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/The-Big-Dover-Jobs-Skills-Fair.aspx Over 600 jobs will be on offer at the Big Dover Jobs & Skills Fair at the Port of Dover's Cruise Terminal 2 on Tuesday, 18 October 2022 Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:15:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/The-Big-Dover-Jobs-Skills-Fair.aspx Big Dover Jobs & Skills Fair 18 October dover Cllr Trevor Bartlett Doug Bannister port of Dover Department for Work and Pensions East Kent College Group Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Your-Views-Sought-on-Changes-to-Council-Tax-Support-Scheme-to-Help-Households.aspx DDC is proposing to make some changes to its existing Council Tax Support scheme to help households, and your views are sought. Tue, 04 Oct 2022 12:16:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Your-Views-Sought-on-Changes-to-Council-Tax-Support-Scheme-to-Help-Households.aspx Council Tax Support https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/When-van-Dijk-Met-van-Dyck-at-the-Maison-Dieu.aspx Bringing painting conservation at the Maison Dieu as local people gets hands-on with a portrait of Dover's patron saint Fri, 30 Sep 2022 09:00:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/When-van-Dijk-Met-van-Dyck-at-the-Maison-Dieu.aspx Maison Dieu dover Saint Martin of Tours St Martin Dividing His Cloak Ellis van Dijk Anthony van Dyck Martin Crowther restoration Kent Pilgrims' Festival https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Call-for-participants-to-sign-up-to-'life-changing'-ASPIRE-project.aspx Participants from a project improving wellbeing and employability have opened up about how it has helped them. Wed, 28 Sep 2022 14:09:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Call-for-participants-to-sign-up-to-'life-changing'-ASPIRE-project.aspx ASPIRE Project Dover district https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Councillors-due-to-consider-development-blueprint-for-the-Dover-district-in-Local-Plan-review.aspx An updated version of the Local Plan has been published setting out the framework for development in the district for the next 20 years Tue, 27 Sep 2022 11:25:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Councillors-due-to-consider-development-blueprint-for-the-Dover-district-in-Local-Plan-review.aspx Local Plan development Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Work-Starts-on-10.5m-Restoration-of-Dovers-Historic-Maison-Dieu.aspx Work starts on a £10.5m restoration of the Maison Dieu in Dover on 3 October with Kent-based Coniston Ltd Tue, 27 Sep 2022 11:05:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Work-Starts-on-10.5m-Restoration-of-Dovers-Historic-Maison-Dieu.aspx Maison Dieu dover Coniston Ltd restoration National Lottery Heritage Fund The Wolfson Foundation The Landmark Trust Cllr Trevor Bartlett Glen Couchman https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Welcoming-a-Lotto-Success-Local-Good-Causes-Receive-Funding-Boost-of-Over-150000.aspx Communities benefit from a Lotto boost - with local good causes receiving over £150k from the Dover District Lotto since its launch Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:38:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Welcoming-a-Lotto-Success-Local-Good-Causes-Receive-Funding-Boost-of-Over-150000.aspx Dover District Lotto https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-SkateFest-Gets-Set-to-Take-Off-on-Saturday-1-October.aspx Dover SkateFest is coming to the newly renovated skatepark in Pencester Gardens in Dover on Saturday 1 October Wed, 21 Sep 2022 11:44:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-SkateFest-Gets-Set-to-Take-Off-on-Saturday-1-October.aspx skatepark https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Raising-a-Glass-to-Pilgrimage-in-Dover.aspx Pilgrims and walkers are raising a glass with two new ales to mark the Kent Pilgrims' Festival. Tue, 20 Sep 2022 09:41:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Raising-a-Glass-to-Pilgrimage-in-Dover.aspx Kent Pilgrims Festival Maison Dieu White Cliffs Country dover Breakwater Brewery Sigeric Maison Brew pilgrim pilgrimage Thom Hall https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/National-Moment-of-Reflection-8pm-on-Sunday-18-September-2022.aspx A message from the Chairman of the Council - National Moment of Reflection (Sunday 18 September at 8pm) Thu, 15 Sep 2022 13:51:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/National-Moment-of-Reflection-8pm-on-Sunday-18-September-2022.aspx Naitonal Moment of Reflection HM The Queen Queen Elizabeth II Dover District Council Chairman of the Council Cllr Michael Conolly https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Deal-Leisure-Centre-Proposals-Public-Consultation-20-September-to-9-October-2022.aspx Dover District Council is hosting a series of events to share early design concept proposals on plans for a new leisure centre in Deal Thu, 15 Sep 2022 10:56:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Deal-Leisure-Centre-Proposals-Public-Consultation-20-September-to-9-October-2022.aspx Tides leisure centre Tides Consultation Engagement Deal leisure centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Changes-to-Council-Services-on-Monday-19-September.aspx Service changes on Monday, 19 September Wed, 14 Sep 2022 13:43:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Changes-to-Council-Services-on-Monday-19-September.aspx Monday 19 September Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Meet-the-Medieval-Pilgrims.....aspx A host of events and activities are taking place at the Maison Dieu and venues across town as part of the Kent Pilgrims' Festival Wed, 14 Sep 2022 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Meet-the-Medieval-Pilgrims.....aspx Kent Pilgrims' Festival Maison Dieu dover pilgrimage Dover Museum https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Theres-a-Buzz-at-the-Maison-Dieu.aspx Join the buzz at Dover's historic Maison Dieu this Friday 16 September at 7pm for the launch of The Bees Tale Tue, 13 Sep 2022 13:29:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Theres-a-Buzz-at-the-Maison-Dieu.aspx The Bees Tale dover Maison Dieu Kent Pilgrims' Festival Alexandra Le Rossignol Martin Crowther https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-District-Council-moves-into-next-phase-of-the-Local-Plan-review.aspx The timetable for the production of the district's Local Plan has been approved by cabinet members. Tue, 13 Sep 2022 10:28:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-District-Council-moves-into-next-phase-of-the-Local-Plan-review.aspx Local Plan Dover District Council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Development-in-Dover-no-longer-affected-by-Natural-England's-advice-on-water-quality-and-nutrient-neutrality.aspx Development in Dover no longer affected by Natural England's advice on water quality and nutrient neutrality Tue, 13 Sep 2022 08:32:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Development-in-Dover-no-longer-affected-by-Natural-England's-advice-on-water-quality-and-nutrient-neutrality.aspx planning - development https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/DDC-Chairmans-Message-on-Behalf-of-District-on-Passing-of-Her-Majesty-Queen-Elizabeth-ll.aspx The Chairman of DDC has expressed a message of sadness and condolence following news of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth ll Thu, 08 Sep 2022 20:38:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/DDC-Chairmans-Message-on-Behalf-of-District-on-Passing-of-Her-Majesty-Queen-Elizabeth-ll.aspx Her Majesty The Queen https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dovers-Tram-Shelter-Gets-a-Makeover-Thanks-to-Historic-Maison-Dieu-Find.aspx DDC is repainting the historic 1931 tram shelter at Elms Vale in the original colours of the Dover Corporation Tramways Tue, 06 Sep 2022 12:27:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dovers-Tram-Shelter-Gets-a-Makeover-Thanks-to-Historic-Maison-Dieu-Find.aspx dover tram shelter Dover Corporation Tramways Cllr Oliver Richardson https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Salt-Pork-Ship's-Biscuit-and-Beer.aspx Discover the history of the Maison Dieu as a Royal Navy victualling yard as part of Heritage Open Days on Saturday, 10 September Thu, 01 Sep 2022 10:17:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Salt-Pork-Ship's-Biscuit-and-Beer.aspx Maison Dieu dover Royal Navy victualling yard Maison Dieu House National Lottery Heritage Fund https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Merchant-Navy-Day-in-Dover-2022.aspx A Merchant Navy Day service and wreath laying ceremony is being held on Dover Seafront at 11am on Friday 2 September Fri, 26 Aug 2022 12:49:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Merchant-Navy-Day-in-Dover-2022.aspx Merchant Navy Day https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Work-to-begin-on-the-transformation-of-Guildhall-Square-in-Sandwich.aspx Work to transform the Guildhall Square in Sandwich starts on 12 September 2022. Tue, 23 Aug 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Work-to-begin-on-the-transformation-of-Guildhall-Square-in-Sandwich.aspx sandwich guildhall forecourt guildhall guildhall square https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Dover-Artisan-Market-Showcases-Local-Food-Crafts.aspx New market showcasing local food and crafts launches on Saturday, 20 August 2022 as part of the Market Square 'Big Summer Party Tue, 16 Aug 2022 10:20:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Dover-Artisan-Market-Showcases-Local-Food-Crafts.aspx Dover Artisan Market dover market square Big Summer Party Beckie Alves White Cliffs Country tourism Kent Farmers' Market Association https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Ramping-Up-the-Colour-at-Pencester-Gardens-Skatepark.aspx DDC has completed repairs and refurbishment to the Pencester Gardens skatepark, including a jazzy new look! Tue, 16 Aug 2022 08:10:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Ramping-Up-the-Colour-at-Pencester-Gardens-Skatepark.aspx Pencester Gardens dover skatepark Cllr Oliver Richardson https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Helping-Provide-a-Good-Tern-For-the-Environment-With-DDCs-Green-Energy-Grants.aspx Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust has been given a welcome boost to support its important work for the environment Fri, 12 Aug 2022 11:52:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Helping-Provide-a-Good-Tern-For-the-Environment-With-DDCs-Green-Energy-Grants.aspx Green energy grant https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Grand-Public-Opening-of-Dovers-New-Look-Market-Square.aspx Join the Big Summer Party to mark the opening of Dover's revamped Market Square on Saturday, 20 August! Thu, 11 Aug 2022 16:09:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Grand-Public-Opening-of-Dovers-New-Look-Market-Square.aspx dover market square Big Summer Party Destination Dover dover town team dover town council Dover District Council kite flying future foundry Boom Circus https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Sigeric-Holey-Stone-or-Leaky-Vessel.aspx Can you help put names to two new local ales as part of the Kent Pilgrims' Festival from 21-25 September 2022? Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:50:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Sigeric-Holey-Stone-or-Leaky-Vessel.aspx Via Francigena Kent Pilgrims' Festival dover The Pilgrims' Way Maison Dieu Dover Breakwater Brewery https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-Rings-the-Changes-with-New-Look-Market-Square.aspx A revamp of Dover's Market Square officially opened today (9 August 2022) following a £3.6m programme of public realm improvements Tue, 09 Aug 2022 14:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-Rings-the-Changes-with-New-Look-Market-Square.aspx dover market square Cllr Trevor Bartlett Coastal Communities Fund dover town team John Angell David Brazier Kent County Council FM Conway dover town council https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/First-findings-from-the-Census-2021-for-the-Dover-district-revealed.aspx The first results of the Census 2021 for the Dover district have been published Tue, 02 Aug 2022 10:56:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/First-findings-from-the-Census-2021-for-the-Dover-district-revealed.aspx Dover district Census 2021 https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Share-your-views-on-a-proposed-new-leisure-centre-for-Deal.aspx DDC is developing proposals for a new leisure centre in Deal and would like to hear the views of local residents Mon, 01 Aug 2022 15:01:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Share-your-views-on-a-proposed-new-leisure-centre-for-Deal.aspx Consultation Engagement Tides leisure centre Facilities survey questionnaire deal and walmer https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-interim-housing-in-Deal-completed-and-handed-over-to-Dover-District-Council.aspx New flats designed to offer interim accommodation for people who find themselves temporarily homeless have been completed. Mon, 01 Aug 2022 09:18:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-interim-housing-in-Deal-completed-and-handed-over-to-Dover-District-Council.aspx Interim housing deal Dover District Council affordable homes https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Helping-to-Keep-on-Target-for-a-Green-Future-With-DDC-Green-Energy-Grants.aspx A local bowls club is helping to light the way to a greener future after receiving a Green Energy Grant from DDC Fri, 29 Jul 2022 10:53:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Helping-to-Keep-on-Target-for-a-Green-Future-With-DDC-Green-Energy-Grants.aspx Green Energy Grants https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Why-Whitehall-must-step-up-to-the-challenge-of-cross-Channel-disruption.aspx Leaders from across East Kent have written an open letter to th Secretary of State for Transport Fri, 29 Jul 2022 10:38:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Why-Whitehall-must-step-up-to-the-challenge-of-cross-Channel-disruption.aspx dover Folkestone Ashford Thanet Canterbury Secretary of State for Transport cross-Channel disruption https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Celebrating-the-Maison-Dieu's-maritime-links-as-part-of-Port-of-Dover-Regatta.aspx Come to the Port of Dover Regatta on Saturday, 6 August and find out about the Maison Dieu's maritime links Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:28:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Celebrating-the-Maison-Dieu's-maritime-links-as-part-of-Port-of-Dover-Regatta.aspx Port of Dover Regatta Maison Dieu maritime history dover https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Fly-tipping-hotspots-cleared-up-and-given-a-makeover-thanks-to-38000-grant.aspx Fly-tipping hotspots are being cleared up and given a makeover as part of preventative measures to stop the ongoing blight. Tue, 26 Jul 2022 16:30:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Fly-tipping-hotspots-cleared-up-and-given-a-makeover-thanks-to-38000-grant.aspx Environmental Crime https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Kearsney-Abbey-and-Russell-Gardens-Continue-to-Fly-the-Flag-as-Two-of-the-Countys-Best-Parks.aspx Dover District Council is celebrating after maintaining a Green Flag Award for the Kearsney Parks Tue, 26 Jul 2022 10:43:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Kearsney-Abbey-and-Russell-Gardens-Continue-to-Fly-the-Flag-as-Two-of-the-Countys-Best-Parks.aspx Green Flag https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dismay-Desparation-and-Anger-in-Dover.aspx The Leader of DDC has said there is "dismay, desperation, and anger" in Dover today as the town is grid-locked again Fri, 22 Jul 2022 10:24:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dismay-Desparation-and-Anger-in-Dover.aspx dover Cllr Trevor Bartlett Dover District Council port of Dover summer getaway https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Schools-Out-Get-Digging-Hands-on-Archaeology-at-the-Maison-Dieu.aspx Archaeologists are picking up their trowels again from 26-28 July to investigate the history of Dover's historic Maison Dieu Wed, 20 Jul 2022 16:29:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Schools-Out-Get-Digging-Hands-on-Archaeology-at-the-Maison-Dieu.aspx Maison Dieu dover archaeology Canterbury Archaeological Trust https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Bringing-Home-Further-Help-in-Our-Communities-Household-Support-Fund-Extension-Allocated.aspx DDC is welcoming news that it has received a grant of over £400k to continue to help households in the district Mon, 18 Jul 2022 15:15:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Bringing-Home-Further-Help-in-Our-Communities-Household-Support-Fund-Extension-Allocated.aspx household support fund https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Have-your-say-on-Indoor-Sports-Facility-Strategy.aspx DDC is updating its Indoor Sports Facility Strategy to support the review of its Local Plan, and is now asking for residents' views Mon, 18 Jul 2022 09:06:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Have-your-say-on-Indoor-Sports-Facility-Strategy.aspx indoor sports facility strategy Consultation Local Plan https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/From-the-Camino-to-the-Haj-A-Celebration-of-World-Pilgrim-Journeys.aspx Entries invited for a photographic exhibition - From the Camino to the Haj - a celebration of world pilgrim journeys at Dover Museum Thu, 14 Jul 2022 09:12:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/From-the-Camino-to-the-Haj-A-Celebration-of-World-Pilgrim-Journeys.aspx Kent Pilgrim Festival exhbiition Dover Museum Photography From the Camino to the Haj photographic exhibition https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Helping-Residents-and-Visitors-Find-Their-Happy-Place-With-DDC-Town-Centre-Business-Grants.aspx A new café in Sandwich has opened after becoming the latest business to receive a boost from DDC's Town Centre Business Grants Scheme Mon, 11 Jul 2022 12:52:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Helping-Residents-and-Visitors-Find-Their-Happy-Place-With-DDC-Town-Centre-Business-Grants.aspx Business Grants https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Website-Showcases-Districts-Most-Popular-Parks.aspx New website showcases parks following completion of a £3.1 million programme of improvements at Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens Mon, 04 Jul 2022 15:34:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Website-Showcases-Districts-Most-Popular-Parks.aspx Kearsney Abbey Russell Gardens National Lottery Heritage Fund Cllr Oliver Richardson https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Kent's-first-solar-powered-ice-cream-hits-the-stands-thanks-to-a-Green-Energy-Grant-from-Dover-District-Council.aspx New solar panels installed at Solley's Kentish Ice Cream in Deal with a £10,000 green energy grant from DDC Fri, 01 Jul 2022 08:50:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Kent's-first-solar-powered-ice-cream-hits-the-stands-thanks-to-a-Green-Energy-Grant-from-Dover-District-Council.aspx solar panels green business grant Business Grant Climate Change https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Queens-Baton-Relay-Heads-to-White-Cliffs-Country.aspx The Queen's Baton Relay arrives in White Cliffs Country in spectacular style on Thursday, 7 July visiting Deal, Walmer and Dover Thu, 30 Jun 2022 10:03:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Queens-Baton-Relay-Heads-to-White-Cliffs-Country.aspx Queen's Baton Relay dover deal Walmer Dover Castle English Heritage Deal pier Cllr Trevor Bartlett Dover District Council Birmingham 2022 https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Plans-for-a-New-Leisure-Centre-in-Deal-Revived.aspx DDC's Cabinet meets on 4 July to consider proposals for a new Leisure Centre in Deal Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:22:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Plans-for-a-New-Leisure-Centre-in-Deal-Revived.aspx deal Tides leisure centre BAM Construction Ltd RIBA Stage 2 leisure centre https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/The-149th-Open-Delivers-Over-113-Million-of-Economic-Benefit-to-Kent.aspx The 149th Open at Royal St George's in 2021 delivered £113.4 million in economic benefit to Kent according to independent research Mon, 27 Jun 2022 14:24:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/The-149th-Open-Delivers-Over-113-Million-of-Economic-Benefit-to-Kent.aspx The 149th Open The R&A economic benefit Golf Cllr Trevor Bartlett Mike Hill Martin Slumbers https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Free-digital-skills-course-being-rolled-out-at-six-community-hubs-across-the-Dover-district.aspx A free digital skills course to help people find long-term employment is being rolled out across the district Thu, 23 Jun 2022 12:28:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Free-digital-skills-course-being-rolled-out-at-six-community-hubs-across-the-Dover-district.aspx Dover District Council Cllr Oliver Richardson EKC Group laptops https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/ClayDate-2022-Fantastical-Beasts-and-How-to-Make-Them.aspx Join Ceramic Art Dover on Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 June for a host of fun, free, clay-based activities for all ages Mon, 20 Jun 2022 17:19:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/ClayDate-2022-Fantastical-Beasts-and-How-to-Make-Them.aspx Ceramic Art Dover Maison Dieu future foundry ClayDate pottery raki firiing https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Platinum-Jubilee-Playpark-Swings-Into-Action-At-Grand-Opening.aspx A specially renamed Platinum Jubilee Playpark has swung into action at Cowdray Square - with the grand opening at the Deal park today Fri, 17 Jun 2022 17:52:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Platinum-Jubilee-Playpark-Swings-Into-Action-At-Grand-Opening.aspx Playpark https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Taking-a-Lead-on-Dog-Control-and-Keeping-Our-District-Clean-Safe-and-Tidy.aspx A range of measures is set to be brought in by DDC to renew and update rules on dog control, street drinking and unauthorised camping Tue, 14 Jun 2022 12:36:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Taking-a-Lead-on-Dog-Control-and-Keeping-Our-District-Clean-Safe-and-Tidy.aspx Environmental Crime https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Lets-Party-for-the-Queens-Baton-Relay-at-Dover-Castle.aspx Tickets for a free party at Dover Castle on Thursday 7 July to mark the arrival of the Queen's Baton Relay are now available Tue, 14 Jun 2022 08:31:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Lets-Party-for-the-Queens-Baton-Relay-at-Dover-Castle.aspx Queen's Baton Relay Dover Castle Cllr Trevor Bartlett Neil McCollum party Commonwealth Games Birmingham 2022 Gentlemen of Few Rudie Edwards Band of The Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment Vista Twisters https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Flying-The-Flag-for-Armed-Forces-Day-2022.aspx A flag raising ceremony is being held at Sandwich Guildhall on Monday 20 June, to mark the start of Armed Forces Week Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:52:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Flying-The-Flag-for-Armed-Forces-Day-2022.aspx Armed Forces Day https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Kent-based-Coniston-Ltd-to-Reawaken-Dovers-Grade-I-Listed-Maison-Dieu.aspx Kent-based Coniston Ltd have been appointed principal contractor for the restoration of Dover's Grade I Listed Maison Dieu Mon, 13 Jun 2022 11:50:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Kent-based-Coniston-Ltd-to-Reawaken-Dovers-Grade-I-Listed-Maison-Dieu.aspx Maison Dieu dover Coniston Ltd Cllr Trevor Bartlett John Rathbone https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-District-Allocated-1m-to-Support-Local-Investment-Open-Call-for-Projects-Launched.aspx DDC has been allocated £1m over three years from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund – and an open call for project ideas has been launched Thu, 09 Jun 2022 12:08:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-District-Allocated-1m-to-Support-Local-Investment-Open-Call-for-Projects-Launched.aspx funding https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Shining-a-Light-on-Dover-Beacon-Proposal-See-the-Plans-for-Dovers-Levelling-Up-Bid.aspx DDC is holding an engagement event at St Mary's Parish Centre, Dover, on 15 June 2022 for their exciting proposed Dover Beacon project Wed, 08 Jun 2022 13:33:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Shining-a-Light-on-Dover-Beacon-Proposal-See-the-Plans-for-Dovers-Levelling-Up-Bid.aspx Dover Beacon https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dovers-Tidy-Ruin-Conserved-for-Future-Generations.aspx Restoration works to protect the ruins of the 12th century Parish Church of St. James the Apostle in Dover have been completed Mon, 06 Jun 2022 10:58:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dovers-Tidy-Ruin-Conserved-for-Future-Generations.aspx St James Church dover Universal Stone Cllr Oliver Richardson Parish Church of St James the Apostle Purcell Historic England Chris Bromige https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Affordable-Housing-Project-in-Dover-Scoops-Top-Award.aspx Affordable housing project named residential project regional winner in the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Southeast Awards Thu, 26 May 2022 08:20:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Affordable-Housing-Project-in-Dover-Scoops-Top-Award.aspx dover William Muge and Snelgrove Bomford Place Cllr Derek Murphy Martin Sandall Jenner Group Avanti Architects Affordable Housing RICS RICS Southeast Awards https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Youth-Conference-to-make-a-powerful-IMPACT-in-schools-across-the-district.aspx DDC is taking the lead in talking with the district's young people about drugs and alcohol, and their impact on mental health. Mon, 23 May 2022 10:38:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Youth-Conference-to-make-a-powerful-IMPACT-in-schools-across-the-district.aspx Drugs Alcohol young people Youth Conference resilience support Mental health roadshow https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-District-Council-Elects-Chairman-and-Vice-Chairman-for-202223.aspx DDC met for its Annual Meeting last night and re-elected Cllr Conolly as Chairman of the Council and Cllr Hannent as Vice Chairman Thu, 19 May 2022 15:39:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-District-Council-Elects-Chairman-and-Vice-Chairman-for-202223.aspx Annual Meeting https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Maison-Dieu-Serves-Up-a-Celebration-of-Dovers-Royal-Past.aspx Dover's Grade I Listed Maison Dieu hosts a Platinum Jubilee celebration on Friday 3 & Saturday 4 June with free, fun family activities Wed, 18 May 2022 08:29:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Maison-Dieu-Serves-Up-a-Celebration-of-Dovers-Royal-Past.aspx Maison Dieu Cllr Trevor Bartlett National Lottery Heritage Fund HM The Queen Platinum Jubilee dover https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-Town-Centre-Congestion-Fears-Eased.aspx Traffic is free flowing in Dover town centre this morning as fears of gridlock eased Sat, 09 Apr 2022 11:07:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-Town-Centre-Congestion-Fears-Eased.aspx dover town centre traffic HGV Cllr Trevor Bartlett https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Competition-Winners-Help-Drive-Home-Message-to-Do-the-Right-Thing-and-Put-Litter-in-the-Bin.aspx DDC has teamed up with our contractor Veolia to host a design competition to encourage people to put litter in the bin Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:50:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Competition-Winners-Help-Drive-Home-Message-to-Do-the-Right-Thing-and-Put-Litter-in-the-Bin.aspx Environmental Crime https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Open-Letter-from-the-Leader-of-the-Council-Dover-and-the-Easter-Getaway.aspx The Leader of Dover District Council has written an open letter to local residents and businesses ahead of the Easter getaway Thu, 07 Apr 2022 09:21:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Open-Letter-from-the-Leader-of-the-Council-Dover-and-the-Easter-Getaway.aspx Easter travel port of Dover Kent Resilience Forum Cllr Trevor Bartlett P&O Ferries https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Deals-Historic-Timeball-Tower-to-Reopen-in-Time-for-Easter.aspx Dover District Council is welcoming news that the historic Deal Timeball Tower is reopening to visitors on Good Friday, (15 April) Wed, 06 Apr 2022 10:58:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Deals-Historic-Timeball-Tower-to-Reopen-in-Time-for-Easter.aspx Timeball https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Local-Residents-and-Businesses-Have-Had-Enough.aspx Dover District Council calls for urgent review of Kent Resilience Forum plans following another weekend of gridlock Tue, 05 Apr 2022 13:29:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Local-Residents-and-Businesses-Have-Had-Enough.aspx Cllr Trevor Bartlett Dover District Council Kent Resilience Forum https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Community-Steps-Up-Support-for-Dovers-Seafarers.aspx The Leader of Dover District Council has praised the community response to the plight of Dover's seafarers Fri, 25 Mar 2022 08:28:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Community-Steps-Up-Support-for-Dovers-Seafarers.aspx P&O Ferries Dover District Council Cllr Trevor Bartlett port of Dover DFDS Bayliss Coaches DWP East Kent College Group Dover Technical College https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Join-The-History-Diggers-and-Help-Excavate-the-site-of-Dovers-Historic-Maison-Dieu.aspx Want to be an archaeologist? Now's your chance to get involved in a choice of three exciting community digs at Dove0r's Maison Dieu Tue, 22 Mar 2022 14:09:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Join-The-History-Diggers-and-Help-Excavate-the-site-of-Dovers-Historic-Maison-Dieu.aspx Maison Dieu dover Canterbury Archaeological Society https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-District-Council-Responds-to-PO-Ferries-Announcement.aspx DDC responds to announcement from P&O Ferries Thu, 17 Mar 2022 15:12:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Dover-District-Council-Responds-to-PO-Ferries-Announcement.aspx Dover District Council P&O Ferries https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/One-bag-makes-a-BIG-difference-Join-us-for-this-year's-Great-British-Spring-Clean.aspx DDC is looking for volunteers to sign up for this year's Great British Spring Clean campaign Tue, 15 Mar 2022 09:53:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/One-bag-makes-a-BIG-difference-Join-us-for-this-year's-Great-British-Spring-Clean.aspx GBSC Great British Spring Clean volunteers design competition Litter Pick tour https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Maison-Dieu-explores-the-science-of-object-conservation-as-part-of-British-Science-Week.aspx Drop into the Maison Dieu on Saturday 19 March 10am-4pm to discover the science of paintings and object conservation Mon, 14 Mar 2022 14:26:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Maison-Dieu-explores-the-science-of-object-conservation-as-part-of-British-Science-Week.aspx Maison Dieu dover British Science Week Conservation heritage oil paintings Bainbridge Conservation Dover Community Time Capsule Friends of Dover Castle https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Do-you-know-a-local-environmental-'Hero'-who-deserves-to-be-recognised.aspx DDC has launched a new Environmental Awards Scheme to recognise our district's unsung heroes Thu, 03 Mar 2022 14:31:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Do-you-know-a-local-environmental-'Hero'-who-deserves-to-be-recognised.aspx environment Award awards GBSC business Schools community https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Platinum-Jubilee-Playground-at-Cowdray-Square.aspx A specially renamed Platinum Jubilee Playground with an exciting play area upgrade is set to swing into action at Cowdray Square, Deal Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:39:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Platinum-Jubilee-Playground-at-Cowdray-Square.aspx cowdray square https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Addressing-Empty-Properties-in-Dover-District-Key-Work-Continues-in-Empty-Homes-Week.aspx As Empty Homes Week gets underway, DDC and KCC's No Use Empty initiative continue to celebrate success addressing empty properties Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:25:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Addressing-Empty-Properties-in-Dover-District-Key-Work-Continues-in-Empty-Homes-Week.aspx Empty Homes Week https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Pick-Deal-Clean-are-Litterheroes-Award-finalists.aspx Community group Pick Deal Clean were finalists in the #Litterheroes Award category at the Keep Britain Tidy Network Conference 2022 Wed, 23 Feb 2022 11:14:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Pick-Deal-Clean-are-Litterheroes-Award-finalists.aspx litter picking GBSC Keep Britain Tidy awards https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Have-Your-Say-on-Dog-Control-Street-Drinking-and-Unauthorised-Camping-in-Dover-District.aspx DDC is looking to review rules on dog control, street drinking, and unauthorised camping - and your views are sought Mon, 21 Feb 2022 13:08:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Have-Your-Say-on-Dog-Control-Street-Drinking-and-Unauthorised-Camping-in-Dover-District.aspx PSPO https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Lunchtime-Bites-at-Dover's-very-own-version-of-The-Repair-Shop.aspx 'Lunchtime Bites' a programme of bite-size events launches at the Maison Dieu in Dover to see conservators at work Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:37:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Lunchtime-Bites-at-Dover's-very-own-version-of-The-Repair-Shop.aspx Maison Dieu dover dover town hall Bainbridge Conservation heritage Conservation Lunchtime Bites https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Capture-the-Power-of-the-Sun-With-Solar-Together-Kent.aspx Local residents can join in the second round of the group-buying scheme to save money on the installation of solar panels Tue, 15 Feb 2022 10:34:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Capture-the-Power-of-the-Sun-With-Solar-Together-Kent.aspx Solar Together https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Lighting-The-Way-to-Safer-Greener-Streets-Street-Lighting-Programme-Completed.aspx A major £1m investment in street lighting is helping light the way for a brighter, safer and more environmentally friendly future Mon, 14 Feb 2022 13:37:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Lighting-The-Way-to-Safer-Greener-Streets-Street-Lighting-Programme-Completed.aspx Street Lighting https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/DDC-Apprentices-Recognised-at-East-Kent-Apprenticeship-Awards.aspx Two Dover District Council (DDC) apprentices scooped top honours at the East Kent Apprenticeship Awards 2022 Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:14:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/DDC-Apprentices-Recognised-at-East-Kent-Apprenticeship-Awards.aspx apprentices Dover District Council DDC Nadeem Aziz East Kent Apprenticeship Awards Evie Bumstead Georgia Wicker-Bayley https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Contract-Awarded-for-Construction-of-Dover-Fastrack.aspx Construction of Dover Fastrack, Kent's first zero-emission bus service is to start this month following a contract award to Colas UK Wed, 02 Feb 2022 11:00:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Contract-Awarded-for-Construction-of-Dover-Fastrack.aspx Dover Fastrack dover Dover District Council zero emission bus service bus rapid transit Kent County Council public transport Colas UK Projects Ltd Cllr Trevor Bartlett David Brazier Homes England Whitfield Connaught Barracks housing dover town centre Dover Priory Station Sean Jeffrey Sophie White https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Research-Shows-Scale-of-Initial-Impact-on-White-Cliffs-Countrys-Visitor-Economy-From-Covid-19.aspx Visit Kent's latest Economic Impact Model for 2020 published today shows the severe initial impact on visitor economy from the pandemic Wed, 26 Jan 2022 12:51:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/New-Research-Shows-Scale-of-Initial-Impact-on-White-Cliffs-Countrys-Visitor-Economy-From-Covid-19.aspx tourism https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Reawakening-Dovers-Neo-Gothic-Masterpiece.aspx Conservation Studio gives visitors a rare opportunity to see experts at work on the Lottery funded restoration of Dover's Maison Dieu Fri, 21 Jan 2022 10:22:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Reawakening-Dovers-Neo-Gothic-Masterpiece.aspx Maison Dieu Conservation Studio Bainbridge Conservation Lottery funded National Lottery Heritage Fund Cllr Oliver Richardson restoration Conservation https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Omicron-Hospitality-and-Leisure-Grant-Scheme-Providing-Welcome-Support-for-Businesses.aspx Hospitality, leisure and accommodation business most affected by the Omicron variant can apply for grants of up to £6,000 per premises Thu, 13 Jan 2022 08:57:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Omicron-Hospitality-and-Leisure-Grant-Scheme-Providing-Welcome-Support-for-Businesses.aspx Omicron https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Bringing-Home-Help-in-Our-Local-Communities-Household-Support-Fund-Allocated.aspx Dover District Council has issued grants of over £170k to help households in communities across the district Wed, 05 Jan 2022 11:14:00 GMT https://www.dover.gov.uk/News/Press-Releases/2022/Bringing-Home-Help-in-Our-Local-Communities-Household-Support-Fund-Allocated.aspx household support fund Dover District Council Cllr Oliver Richardson Dover Foodbank Deal Foodbank Sandwich Age Concern Deal Centre (Age Concern) Dover Riverside Centre (Friends of Age UK) CAB Dover District United Families Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP)