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National Apprenticeship Week at Dover District Council

Description
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, local business are reminded they can apply for funding to support them taking on an apprentice
Date:
Monday 9th February 2026

Have your say on the way councils in Kent and Medway are organised

Description
The Government wants to hear your views on the biggest proposed shake up of local government in 50 years.
Date:
Thursday 5th February 2026

Reaching out to our Local Heroes for 2026

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The REACH Awards scheme celebrates the outstanding environmental and community contributions made by residents across the district
Date:
Wednesday 4th February 2026

DDC outlines budget proposals

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Dover District Council's Cabinet has agreed to progress a budget for 2026/27
Date:
Tuesday 3rd February 2026

Pencester Gardens to host popular free sports sessions

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There will be a range of free sporting activities on offer including football, swing ball, badminton and Panna football skills
Date:
Wednesday 28th January 2026

DDC to host a free one-day event to celebrate the Armed Forces community

Description
The day will include motivational speakers, tailored support and opportunities to connect with others
Date:
Monday 19th January 2026

New Year, New Hobby – try out a whole host of hobbies for 2026 with something new for you at Dover Maison Dieu

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A chance to meet over 30 local groups and try your hand at a whole range of activities
Date:
Tuesday 6th January 2026

DDC welcomes prestigious Gold Award renewal from Employer Recognition Scheme

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DDC is welcoming news that its Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award has been renewed for another five years
Date:
Monday 15th December 2025

Supporting apprentice opportunities in Dover District

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DDC is welcoming the success of a scheme inviting local businesses to apply for funding to support apprenticeships
Date:
Friday 12th December 2025

Council Tax Support Scheme Consultation

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Proposals to modernise and simplify the current Council Tax Support scheme are being considered by DDC
Date:
Monday 8th December 2025

Coast path works improve accessibility on Dover's historic Western Heights

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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
Date:
Wednesday 3rd December 2025

Maison Dieu shortlisted for two Prestigious Awards

Description
The Awards recognise projects of significant regional merit that enhance the built environment
Date:
Monday 1st December 2025

DDC Councillors support a four-unitary council plan for Kent

Description
DDC's Full Council considered the five business case options for Local Government Reorganisation
Date:
Monday 24th November 2025

Parking free from three for Christmas light events in Dover, Deal and Sandwich

Description
Dover District Council is to offer free parking in DDC car parks from 3pm for Christmas lights event days in Deal, Sandwich and Dover
Date:
Monday 17th November 2025

New hourly bus service for Aylesham to replace on-demand service

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A new hourly bus service from Aylesham to Whitfield is set to launch from 24 November to replace the previous on-demand service
Date:
Monday 10th November 2025

Dover District Council to appoint operator of new multi million pound Deal Leisure Centre

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DDC to appoint Sports and Leisure Management Ltd, part of which is Everyone Active, to manage operation of new £20m Deal Leisure Centre
Date:
Friday 7th November 2025

Councils reveal draft business cases for new councils

Description
The business cases explore different options for the number of unitary councils in Kent and the areas they should cover
Date:
Wednesday 5th November 2025

Have your say on proposals to modernise Council Tax Support

Description
Proposals to modernise and simplify the current Council Tax Support scheme are being considered by DDC – and your views are sought
Date:
Friday 17th October 2025

New exhibition at Dover Museum explores disability through history

Description
Past stories are shared by people with lived experience of disability today through virtual reality
Date:
Thursday 9th October 2025

Funding boost to support rural businesses and local community groups – apply now

Description
Small businesses and community organisations are being invited to apply for funding to boost investment in rural areas
Date:
Tuesday 7th October 2025
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