Kent County Council1 day agoOver 80,000 people using illegal drugs in KentThe report says 5,647 people are opiate and/or crack users, which is below the national average.1 day agoKent2 days agoPothole compensation claims rise in South EastThe Local Government Association estimates there is a £16.3bn backlog of repairs on local roads.2 days agoEngland2 days agoFamily hubs await council decision over closureChildren's centres Seashells in Sheerness and Millmead in Margate are under threat.2 days agoEngland4 days agoKent had 22,240 reports of adult abuse in one yearTypes of adult abuse include physical, domestic, sexual, psychological, financial and modern slavery.4 days agoKent14 Nov 2024Grant to boost electric vehicle charging pointsA grant of more than £12m is awarded to Kent County Council to increase EV charging points.14 Nov 2024Kent13 Nov 2024Students facing one-hour school runs - campaignersSupport Weald Schooling is inviting people to discuss the lack of non-selective secondaries.13 Nov 202411 Nov 2024Concerns raised after bus service changesSome bus routes in Dover, including one that takes people to the local hospital, are being changed.11 Nov 2024Kent7 Nov 2024Council leader visits Ukraine to pledge solidarityAn agreement is signed to explore the transfer of knowledge and business opportunities.7 Nov 2024Kent7 Nov 2024Kent council debate future of 'vital' family hubSeashells family hub faces closure as part of Kent County Council's budget cuts. 7 Nov 2024