East Kent news archive
Jan 28, 2011 >
Olympics accelerate Manston horse move
The Olympic Games have accelerated the decision to set up a border inspection facility for horses at Manston airport.Construction has begun on the £250,000 EU Equine Border Inspection Post which is due to open in April.
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The Olympic Games have accelerated the decision to set up a border inspection facility for horses at Manston airport.Construction has begun on the £250,000 EU Equine Border Inspection Post which is due to open in April.
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Jan 28, 2011 >
Cash boost for Thanet businesses as work begins on Array wind farm
Thanet is home to the current holder of that title, the Thanet Offshore Wind Farm operated by Vattenfall. But London Array plans to outdo them by building a wind farm capable of generating more than twice as much electricity – enough to power almost 480,000 homes.
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Thanet is home to the current holder of that title, the Thanet Offshore Wind Farm operated by Vattenfall. But London Array plans to outdo them by building a wind farm capable of generating more than twice as much electricity – enough to power almost 480,000 homes.
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Jan 21, 2011 >
New station 'would help airport lift off'
A proposed Thanet Parkway station would give a fantastic boost to Manston airport but the terminal would still grow without it, its boss has said. Charles Buchanan, chief executive of Kent International Airport, said rail links between Ramsgate and London were already much better, with high-speed journey times down to 75 minutes.
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A proposed Thanet Parkway station would give a fantastic boost to Manston airport but the terminal would still grow without it, its boss has said. Charles Buchanan, chief executive of Kent International Airport, said rail links between Ramsgate and London were already much better, with high-speed journey times down to 75 minutes.
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Jan 18, 2011 >
£300 million investment into jobs and regeneration moves a step closer
A PLAN which could see more than 7,000 apprenticeships created and almost £300 million of government investment across east Kent has been approved by Dover District Council cabinet members this week.
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A PLAN which could see more than 7,000 apprenticeships created and almost £300 million of government investment across east Kent has been approved by Dover District Council cabinet members this week.
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Jan 18, 2011 >
Kent County Council launches Fit for Work scheme in East Kent
The overall costs of working-age ill health in the UK exceed £100billion per year* and can have a serious impact on business, particularly small and medium-size companies.
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The overall costs of working-age ill health in the UK exceed £100billion per year* and can have a serious impact on business, particularly small and medium-size companies.
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Dec 15, 2010 >
East Kent Local Strategic Partnership launch survey
The East Kent Local Strategic Partnership, supported by Canterbury Christ Church University, is undertaking a survey with the objective of measuring and analysing any economic impact from the high speed services across the districts of Canterbury, Dover, Shepway and Thanet.
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The East Kent Local Strategic Partnership, supported by Canterbury Christ Church University, is undertaking a survey with the objective of measuring and analysing any economic impact from the high speed services across the districts of Canterbury, Dover, Shepway and Thanet.
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Dec 10, 2010 >
Jobs created at shopping centre expansion
Plans for a major extension to Westwood Cross shopping centre have been unveiled.
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Plans for a major extension to Westwood Cross shopping centre have been unveiled.
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Dec 9, 2010 >
Trust moves into Margate's Turner Contemporary
Kent County Council has officially handed over the £17.4m Turner Contemporary art gallery to its new tenants.
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Kent County Council has officially handed over the £17.4m Turner Contemporary art gallery to its new tenants.
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Nov 11, 2010 >
Travelodge acquires Ramsgate hotel
Budget hotel operator Travelodge has signed an agreement to run the former Kent International Hotel in Ramsgate.
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Budget hotel operator Travelodge has signed an agreement to run the former Kent International Hotel in Ramsgate.
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Sep 28, 2010 >
Kent Cricket Club's Canterbury ground revamp under way
The multi-million pound overhaul of Kent County Cricket Club's facilities at its Canterbury ground has started.
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The multi-million pound overhaul of Kent County Cricket Club's facilities at its Canterbury ground has started.
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Sep 24, 2010 >
Wind farm will boost our economy
The world's biggest offshore wind farm, opened today off the Kent coast, is set fair to boost the UK's renewable energy generation by nearly a third.
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The world's biggest offshore wind farm, opened today off the Kent coast, is set fair to boost the UK's renewable energy generation by nearly a third.
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Sep 22, 2010 >
Locate in Kent event to promote innovation
Investment promotion agency Locate in Kent held a networking event last week (Thursday 16th September) to promote innovation in business and to showcase the support and facilities at the Canterbury Innovation Centre on University Road.
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Investment promotion agency Locate in Kent held a networking event last week (Thursday 16th September) to promote innovation in business and to showcase the support and facilities at the Canterbury Innovation Centre on University Road.
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Sep 20, 2010 >
World's largest wind farm to open off Kent coast
The world's largest offshore wind farm is set to open off the Kent coast just weeks after fresh data revealed wind energy production had reached new heights.
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The world's largest offshore wind farm is set to open off the Kent coast just weeks after fresh data revealed wind energy production had reached new heights.
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Sep 16, 2010 >
Study reveals positive perceptions of Kent
The 2010 Perception Study, commissioned by investment promotion agency Locate in Kent, reveals that seven out of ten respondents rated Kent as a good or very good business location. The survey also showed that nearly three-quarters (73%) of respondents knew of Locate in Kent and 84% were very or fairly favourable in their opinion towards the agency.
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The 2010 Perception Study, commissioned by investment promotion agency Locate in Kent, reveals that seven out of ten respondents rated Kent as a good or very good business location. The survey also showed that nearly three-quarters (73%) of respondents knew of Locate in Kent and 84% were very or fairly favourable in their opinion towards the agency.
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Sep 16, 2010 >
£500k boost for seaside tourism regeneration scheme
Margate and the Isle of Thanet are to benefit from a new £500,000 three-year tourism regeneration programme by English Heritage and Arts Council England.
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Margate and the Isle of Thanet are to benefit from a new £500,000 three-year tourism regeneration programme by English Heritage and Arts Council England.
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Sep 8, 2010 >
Train services in Kent online survey
The East Kent Local Strategic Partnership, supported by Canterbury Christ Church University, is undertaking a survey to measure users' experiences and opinions of train services in Kent. In addition to the normal trains, Kent has the added benefit of the High Speed service using HS1 which was launched in December 2009 offering commuters a faster route to and from London.
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The East Kent Local Strategic Partnership, supported by Canterbury Christ Church University, is undertaking a survey to measure users' experiences and opinions of train services in Kent. In addition to the normal trains, Kent has the added benefit of the High Speed service using HS1 which was launched in December 2009 offering commuters a faster route to and from London.
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Aug 17, 2010 >
Kent's high-speed trains and new coastal homes
The Kent coast is moving closer to London. As high-speed trains slice a staggering two hours off the return journey time to Folkestone and Dover, an ambitious regeneration programme is rolling out waves of optimism for the future of these historic harbour towns.
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The Kent coast is moving closer to London. As high-speed trains slice a staggering two hours off the return journey time to Folkestone and Dover, an ambitious regeneration programme is rolling out waves of optimism for the future of these historic harbour towns.
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Aug 13, 2010 >
Savills appointed agent for Manston Business Park
Savills has been formally appointed by East Kent Opportunities (EKO) to act as property agents on the marketing and development of Manston Business Park in Thanet.
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Savills has been formally appointed by East Kent Opportunities (EKO) to act as property agents on the marketing and development of Manston Business Park in Thanet.
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Jul 26, 2010 >
Kent's seaside towns need government help to boost business
Kent's seaside towns are not just about rock and candyfloss - they are great places to do business with too.
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Kent's seaside towns are not just about rock and candyfloss - they are great places to do business with too.
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Jul 21, 2010 >
Kiwis farmed commercially in Kent
Home-grown kiwi fruits could be hitting supermarket shelves by 2012, as the first commercial trial in the UK gets under way in Kent.
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Home-grown kiwi fruits could be hitting supermarket shelves by 2012, as the first commercial trial in the UK gets under way in Kent.
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Jun 28, 2010 >
Manston’s airline tops national Which? Holiday poll
Flybe, the UK’s Number One Domestic airline, is celebrating after it topped the charts for UK short-haul airlines, trumping the likes of British Airways and BMI as well as Easyjet and Ryanair.
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Flybe, the UK’s Number One Domestic airline, is celebrating after it topped the charts for UK short-haul airlines, trumping the likes of British Airways and BMI as well as Easyjet and Ryanair.
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Jun 16, 2010 >
Locate in Kent assists record number of companies to invest in Kent and Medway
Investment promotion agency Locate in Kent announced its 2009/10 figures last night (15 June) showing, despite the economic climate, it helped 82 companies invest in Kent or Medway, the highest number it has ever recorded.
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Investment promotion agency Locate in Kent announced its 2009/10 figures last night (15 June) showing, despite the economic climate, it helped 82 companies invest in Kent or Medway, the highest number it has ever recorded.
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Jun 16, 2010 >
Locate in Kent kept or created 3,000 jobs in Kent
Around 3,000 jobs were created or kept in the county last year by the efforts of Kent and Medway's "world-class" inward investment agency.
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Around 3,000 jobs were created or kept in the county last year by the efforts of Kent and Medway's "world-class" inward investment agency.
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May 27, 2010 >
Flybe launches new service from Kent International Airport, Manston, to Edinburgh today
Airline Flybe is to launch a service to Manchester from Manston from the autumn.
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Airline Flybe is to launch a service to Manchester from Manston from the autumn.
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May 27, 2010 >
Jobs created as second ship is added to Boulogne service
Up to 100 jobs will be created by the addition of a second ship on the Dover to Boulogne route this weekend.
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Up to 100 jobs will be created by the addition of a second ship on the Dover to Boulogne route this weekend.
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May 20, 2010 >
Construction boost for Kent
The gloom is lifting from Kent's construction industry as more building projects get under way.
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The gloom is lifting from Kent's construction industry as more building projects get under way.
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May 20, 2010 >
Ramsgate to be base for wind farm workers
It's been announced that the port of Ramsgate is going to be used a base for all of the workers building the world's largest offshore windfarm.
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It's been announced that the port of Ramsgate is going to be used a base for all of the workers building the world's largest offshore windfarm.
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May 4, 2010 >
Folkestone harbour: is this the way ahead?
Long-awaited plans over the future redevelopment of Folkestone harbour are to be revealed, with the public invited to give their own feedback.
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Long-awaited plans over the future redevelopment of Folkestone harbour are to be revealed, with the public invited to give their own feedback.
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Apr 9, 2010 >
Jonathan Tuckey opens up new courtyard in Folkestone’s centre
Jonathan Tuckey Design has submitted a proposal to build a £1.5 million retail and housing development in the heart of Folkestone, Kent
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Jonathan Tuckey Design has submitted a proposal to build a £1.5 million retail and housing development in the heart of Folkestone, Kent
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Apr 8, 2010 >
Creative Quarter, Folkestone - Open Afternoon - Thursday 15 April 2-5pm
The Creative Foundation is offering opportunities for artists and creative businesses to join Folkestone's burgeoning Creative Quarter. Spaces available to rent include apartments, artist studios, offices and retail units.
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The Creative Foundation is offering opportunities for artists and creative businesses to join Folkestone's burgeoning Creative Quarter. Spaces available to rent include apartments, artist studios, offices and retail units.
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Mar 18, 2010 >
Flybe’s new Manston route is blossoming!
Flybe, the UK's Number One domestic airline, reports that its newly announced daily Edinburgh to Manston service has attracted strong interest in record time with many flights already more than 50% full.
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Flybe, the UK's Number One domestic airline, reports that its newly announced daily Edinburgh to Manston service has attracted strong interest in record time with many flights already more than 50% full.
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Mar 15, 2010 >
Gathering celebrates success of Thanet Works
Young people who have started jobs through the Thanet Works project came together to talk about their roles with a Government minister.
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Young people who have started jobs through the Thanet Works project came together to talk about their roles with a Government minister.
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Mar 4, 2010 >
Shepway councillors support £25 million plan to develop Lydd Airport
Proposals to develop Lydd Airport into a successful modern regional airport took a giant step forward last night (Wednesday 3 March) after Shepway District Council voted 2-to-1 in favour of passing a resolution to grant approval for two planning applications.
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Proposals to develop Lydd Airport into a successful modern regional airport took a giant step forward last night (Wednesday 3 March) after Shepway District Council voted 2-to-1 in favour of passing a resolution to grant approval for two planning applications.
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Feb 24, 2010 >
Lab plans are a boost for Sandwich Pfizer site
A hi-tech chemistry laboratory is to open at the Pfizer plant in Sandwich, showing how the facility is a major world player in the pharmaceutical business.
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A hi-tech chemistry laboratory is to open at the Pfizer plant in Sandwich, showing how the facility is a major world player in the pharmaceutical business.
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Feb 9, 2010 >
Port of Ramsgate boosted by Channel ferry agreement
Two ferry companies have announced a deal to collaborate on cross-channel services which could boost traffic through the Port of Ramsgate in Kent.
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Two ferry companies have announced a deal to collaborate on cross-channel services which could boost traffic through the Port of Ramsgate in Kent.
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Feb 1, 2010 >
Speed will bring new life to Kent's coastal towns
Quicker journey times between London and Thanet are key to lifting the East Kent economy, according to Kent County Council leader Paul Carter.
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Quicker journey times between London and Thanet are key to lifting the East Kent economy, according to Kent County Council leader Paul Carter.
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Jan 27, 2010 >
Thanet Earth harvests in January
Thanet Earth has the earliest harvest of cucumbers in the UK, with its first crop ripe before the end of January.
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Thanet Earth has the earliest harvest of cucumbers in the UK, with its first crop ripe before the end of January.
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Jan 26, 2010 >
Margate – setting the creative scene
Margate has long-standing creative links, from JMW Turner, who dubbed the skies above Thanet ‘the loveliest in all Europe' to the more modern Tracey Emin. The town is set to benefit from a multimillion pound regeneration programme, which includes plans for the world's first heritage amusement park and the construction of the new Turner Contemporary Gallery. Home to a growing community of artists, Margate is continuing to attract interest from the creative sector.
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Margate has long-standing creative links, from JMW Turner, who dubbed the skies above Thanet ‘the loveliest in all Europe' to the more modern Tracey Emin. The town is set to benefit from a multimillion pound regeneration programme, which includes plans for the world's first heritage amusement park and the construction of the new Turner Contemporary Gallery. Home to a growing community of artists, Margate is continuing to attract interest from the creative sector.
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Jan 22, 2010 >
High speed future proving bright for east Kent
Government minister Jonathan Shaw has learned that the new high speed rail link has provided a 'quantum leap' for east Kent's economy.
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Government minister Jonathan Shaw has learned that the new high speed rail link has provided a 'quantum leap' for east Kent's economy.
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Jan 15, 2010 >
Stars of business prepare for county's premier awards
The search is on for the county's shining business stars.
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The search is on for the county's shining business stars.
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Dec 14, 2009 >
Businesses convinced about Kent’s high speed rail benefits
With the full launch of high speed rail services from Kent and Medway to London officially launching today (14 December), investment promotion agency Locate in Kent predicts increased interest in the county as a business destination.
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With the full launch of high speed rail services from Kent and Medway to London officially launching today (14 December), investment promotion agency Locate in Kent predicts increased interest in the county as a business destination.
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Dec 1, 2009 >
New university opens its doors in Canterbury
Canterbury is set to welcome a prestigious new educational campus on Saturday as The American University formally opens its doors.
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Canterbury is set to welcome a prestigious new educational campus on Saturday as The American University formally opens its doors.
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Nov 23, 2009 >
New university faculty opens New business faculty opens at Canterbury Christ Church University
Business has welcomed a new university faculty that aims to raise workforce skills and knowledge.
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Business has welcomed a new university faculty that aims to raise workforce skills and knowledge.
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Nov 16, 2009 >
Dreamland campaigners secure £4m to build world's first heritage amusement park in Margate
Margate looks all set for a blast from the past after campaigners secured £3.7million to turn their exciting heritage amusement park plans into a reality.
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Margate looks all set for a blast from the past after campaigners secured £3.7million to turn their exciting heritage amusement park plans into a reality.
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Nov 10, 2009 >
New jobs as Holiday Extras restructures for growth
Holiday Extras, a UK market leader in holiday add-ons and a major employer in Kent, expect new jobs to be created as part of a re-organisation of the company announced this week.
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Holiday Extras, a UK market leader in holiday add-ons and a major employer in Kent, expect new jobs to be created as part of a re-organisation of the company announced this week.
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Nov 6, 2009 >
No room at the booming innovation centre
Every office at the groundbreaking Marlowe Innovation Centre in Ramsgate has been filled.
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Every office at the groundbreaking Marlowe Innovation Centre in Ramsgate has been filled.
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Nov 5, 2009 >
Transport infrastructure a key factor to investment, says study
The quality of a city or region's transport infrastructure is the deciding factor for most investors when considering locations for developments, a new study has found.
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The quality of a city or region's transport infrastructure is the deciding factor for most investors when considering locations for developments, a new study has found.
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Nov 3, 2009 >
Canterbury Christ Church University celebrates five years at the Universities of Medway
Canterbury Christ Church University celebrated five years at the Universities of Medway Campus this week with the announcement of 200 more student places.
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Canterbury Christ Church University celebrated five years at the Universities of Medway Campus this week with the announcement of 200 more student places.
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Oct 7, 2009 >
High speed services introduced at weekends
Southeastern today announced that high speed services will be extended to weekends, starting on Saturday 10 October. The new service will provide an hourly return service from St Pancras International to Ashford International, as well as a half hourly return shuttle service from Ebbsfleet International to St Pancras International.
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Southeastern today announced that high speed services will be extended to weekends, starting on Saturday 10 October. The new service will provide an hourly return service from St Pancras International to Ashford International, as well as a half hourly return shuttle service from Ebbsfleet International to St Pancras International.
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Oct 6, 2009 >
Kent International Airport at Manston launches flights to Italy, Austria, Croatia, Portugal and Malta
Package holiday flights to Italy, Austria, Croatia, Portugal and Malta will take off from Kent International Airport next year.
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Package holiday flights to Italy, Austria, Croatia, Portugal and Malta will take off from Kent International Airport next year.
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Oct 5, 2009 >
AEI Compounds invests in new facilities and production capacity
AEI Compounds Ltd, a subsidiary of TT electronics plc, is to move its operations from its current base in Gravesend to Sandwich, Kent. The company manufactures and sells plastic compounds, used in the manufacture of electric cables and hot and cold water pipes. AEI Compounds serves a global customer base.
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AEI Compounds Ltd, a subsidiary of TT electronics plc, is to move its operations from its current base in Gravesend to Sandwich, Kent. The company manufactures and sells plastic compounds, used in the manufacture of electric cables and hot and cold water pipes. AEI Compounds serves a global customer base.
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Sep 14, 2009 >
Dover Castle top attraction of tourism campaign
Dover Castle has become one of the top attractions in a county tourism campaign.
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Dover Castle has become one of the top attractions in a county tourism campaign.
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Sep 4, 2009 >
'Man Utd airline' moves in at Kent International Airport
An airline that has flown presidents, royal families and the Manchester United football team has made Kent International Airport its new home.
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An airline that has flown presidents, royal families and the Manchester United football team has made Kent International Airport its new home.
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Sep 4, 2009 >
High speed preview trains begin from east Kent
Commuters to London from east Kent are getting their first taste of the new high speed rail service today.
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Commuters to London from east Kent are getting their first taste of the new high speed rail service today.
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Aug 28, 2009 >
The Pines Calyx to benefit from launch of high speed trains
One of the UK's most eco-friendly conference and events venues is now even more accessible thanks to the launch of 140mph high-speed train services to Kent.
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One of the UK's most eco-friendly conference and events venues is now even more accessible thanks to the launch of 140mph high-speed train services to Kent.
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Aug 26, 2009 >
Traffic-busting £87m link road gets green light
Endemic traffic congestion outside one of Kent's biggest employers should be a thing of the past after an £87m road scheme was given the green light.
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Endemic traffic congestion outside one of Kent's biggest employers should be a thing of the past after an £87m road scheme was given the green light.
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Aug 17, 2009 >
Manston airport handles record volume of freight
There has been a further sign that more confidence may be creeping back into the Kent economy.
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There has been a further sign that more confidence may be creeping back into the Kent economy.
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Aug 13, 2009 >
New hope for Fisherman's Beach
A neglected strip of land and former industrial site in Hythe is to be transformed, preparing the way for it to become a beachfront location for new homes.
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A neglected strip of land and former industrial site in Hythe is to be transformed, preparing the way for it to become a beachfront location for new homes.
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Aug 13, 2009 >
High-speed rail service extended
High-speed train services are being extended to stations in east Kent from next month, it has been announced.
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High-speed train services are being extended to stations in east Kent from next month, it has been announced.
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Aug 12, 2009 >
Town enjoys the benefits of foundation
The rejuvenation of Folkestone is ploughing ahead despite uncertainty over the national economic situation.
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The rejuvenation of Folkestone is ploughing ahead despite uncertainty over the national economic situation.
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Aug 12, 2009 >
Environment secretary hails Thanet Earth success
A series of giant greenhouses in Kent have been given a glowing endorsement by the man in charge of Britain's environment.
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A series of giant greenhouses in Kent have been given a glowing endorsement by the man in charge of Britain's environment.
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Jul 28, 2009 >
Kent graduates and businesses show Minister how they can work together to beat the recession
Graduates and businesses from Kent met with Jonathan Shaw, Minister for the South East, on Friday to highlight how a new initiative is aiming to help beat the economic recession in the county.
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Graduates and businesses from Kent met with Jonathan Shaw, Minister for the South East, on Friday to highlight how a new initiative is aiming to help beat the economic recession in the county.
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Jul 27, 2009 >
Margate's Dreamland scoops windfall
The Dreamland Trust has received the first pot of cash in its multimillion pound bid to get the former Margate theme park back up and running.
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The Dreamland Trust has received the first pot of cash in its multimillion pound bid to get the former Margate theme park back up and running.
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Jul 27, 2009 >
Make Dover exhibition
Massive regeneration plans costing almost £8 million are the focus of an exhibition in Dover.
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Massive regeneration plans costing almost £8 million are the focus of an exhibition in Dover.
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Jul 23, 2009 >
Hornby in Olympic coup
Margate model maker Hornby has been given an Olympic-sized boost after winning a licence to create a range of London 2012 merchandise.
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Margate model maker Hornby has been given an Olympic-sized boost after winning a licence to create a range of London 2012 merchandise.
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Jul 14, 2009 >
Drive to attract Londoners to Kent
Kent tourism chiefs are capitalising on the stay-at-home trend by taking their campaign to London.
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Kent tourism chiefs are capitalising on the stay-at-home trend by taking their campaign to London.
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Jul 13, 2009 >
Award-winning Coast comes to Kent
The Bafta award-winning TV show Coast will begin its latest series exploring the story-filled nooks and crannies of Kent's shores.
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The Bafta award-winning TV show Coast will begin its latest series exploring the story-filled nooks and crannies of Kent's shores.
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Jul 13, 2009 >
Marsh wind farm officially opened
The South East's largest onshore wind farm is being officially opened on the Kent-Sussex border by the Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Milliband.
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The South East's largest onshore wind farm is being officially opened on the Kent-Sussex border by the Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Milliband.
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Jul 8, 2009 >
'Kent set for leap forward' - inward investment agency
Locate in Kent, the agency that promotes the county as a great place for business, is cranking up its campaign to bring in more jobs over the next five years.
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Locate in Kent, the agency that promotes the county as a great place for business, is cranking up its campaign to bring in more jobs over the next five years.
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Jul 6, 2009 >
Holiday Extras scoops employer award
Hythe-based travel company Holiday Extras came away with the Employer of the Year award from the inaugural Kent Excellence in Business Awards. The company was also named among the finalists for Large Business of the Year and Customer Service and Commitment Award.
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Hythe-based travel company Holiday Extras came away with the Employer of the Year award from the inaugural Kent Excellence in Business Awards. The company was also named among the finalists for Large Business of the Year and Customer Service and Commitment Award.
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Jun 30, 2009 >
Locate in Kent comments reveals action plan for economic recovery
Locate in Kent, the investment promotion agency for Kent and Medway today (29 June) launched its medium term plan to ensure that the county remains a premier business location for UK and international businesses in the long term. The action plan outlines a series of ambitions and initiatives over the next five years, which will position Kent at the forefront of the economic recovery, fuelling growth and creating job opportunities across the county.
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Locate in Kent, the investment promotion agency for Kent and Medway today (29 June) launched its medium term plan to ensure that the county remains a premier business location for UK and international businesses in the long term. The action plan outlines a series of ambitions and initiatives over the next five years, which will position Kent at the forefront of the economic recovery, fuelling growth and creating job opportunities across the county.
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Jun 25, 2009 >
Council and University awarded London 2012 Inspire Mark
Kent County Council and Canterbury Christ Church University officially received the London 2012 Inspire Mark on Tuesday 23rd June for an innovative Olympic and Paralympic education project.
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Kent County Council and Canterbury Christ Church University officially received the London 2012 Inspire Mark on Tuesday 23rd June for an innovative Olympic and Paralympic education project.
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Jun 23, 2009 >
Commuter property: new high speed train brings buyers to Kent
The high speed rail link from Ashford to London will make parts of Kent more desirable for commuters.
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The high speed rail link from Ashford to London will make parts of Kent more desirable for commuters.
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Jun 19, 2009 >
Kent County Council backs Kent Businesses in Westminster
Kent County Council is backing Kent's business community with a seminar held at the heart of government on Wednesday, June 17.
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Kent County Council is backing Kent's business community with a seminar held at the heart of government on Wednesday, June 17.
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Jun 15, 2009 >
Herne operation
Herne Bay needs its disparate attractions to be connected up to fulfil its retail and leisure potential.
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Herne Bay needs its disparate attractions to be connected up to fulfil its retail and leisure potential.
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Jun 11, 2009 >
China chiefs’ chopper ride over Thanet Gateway site
A delegation from the Far East has paid a flying visit to see the site of the multi-million pound China Gateway business park where construction work is due to start next year.
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A delegation from the Far East has paid a flying visit to see the site of the multi-million pound China Gateway business park where construction work is due to start next year.
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Jun 9, 2009 >
Kent Inns of Distinction - Expansion and new jobs
Kent Inns of Distinction, a privately owned Kent-based restaurant and hotel operator, has announced ambitious expansion plans with the acquisition of two derelict sites and half a million pounds investment in refits, with the creation of 30 new jobs.
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Kent Inns of Distinction, a privately owned Kent-based restaurant and hotel operator, has announced ambitious expansion plans with the acquisition of two derelict sites and half a million pounds investment in refits, with the creation of 30 new jobs.
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Jun 5, 2009 >
Chance to share passion for Kent
Kent people with a passion for their county and spare time to share their enthusiasm with visitors are invited to become part of a new Kent Greeters network.
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Kent people with a passion for their county and spare time to share their enthusiasm with visitors are invited to become part of a new Kent Greeters network.
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Jun 3, 2009 >
'Bags of cash' to be spent by high-speed shoppers
Commuters attracted into the county by high-speed trains are set to boost the economy by spending their "bags of cash" in local towns.
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Commuters attracted into the county by high-speed trains are set to boost the economy by spending their "bags of cash" in local towns.
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Jun 3, 2009 >
First glimpse at site of world's biggest wind farm
An incredible feat of engineering is under way 12 kilometres off the Thanet coastline, as the world's largest wind farm begins to take shape.
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An incredible feat of engineering is under way 12 kilometres off the Thanet coastline, as the world's largest wind farm begins to take shape.
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May 28, 2009 >
Wind farm foundations constructed
Construction work on an £800m wind farm is under way off the east Kent coast, with the first foundation piles now visible above the water.
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Construction work on an £800m wind farm is under way off the east Kent coast, with the first foundation piles now visible above the water.
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May 27, 2009 >
Freight catamaran arrives in port
The first high-speed freight catamaran to operate across the English Channel has arrived at a Kent port.
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The first high-speed freight catamaran to operate across the English Channel has arrived at a Kent port.
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May 26, 2009 >
Manston airport sale "not ruled out"
The chief executive of Infratil has not ruled out selling stakes in Manston airport if a buyer can be found, according to a business website.
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The chief executive of Infratil has not ruled out selling stakes in Manston airport if a buyer can be found, according to a business website.
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May 22, 2009 >
Seaside pier wins architect award
Four buildings in Kent - including a seaside pier - have won awards from the Royal Institute of British Architects.
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Four buildings in Kent - including a seaside pier - have won awards from the Royal Institute of British Architects.
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May 21, 2009 >
Commercial Group Properties plans ‘China Gateway’ conference centre in Kent
Commercial Group Properties has signed a memorandum of understanding with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to set up a joint venture to construct, fund and let an exhibition and conference centre at Manston Business Park in Manston, Kent.
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Commercial Group Properties has signed a memorandum of understanding with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to set up a joint venture to construct, fund and let an exhibition and conference centre at Manston Business Park in Manston, Kent.
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May 20, 2009 >
Firms in line for Kent's top business award
Denne Construction, Mhs Homes and Holiday Extras have been shortlisted for three top accolades, crafted by Kent glass artist Annie Ross, in the inaugural Kent Excellence in Business Awards (KEiBA).
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Denne Construction, Mhs Homes and Holiday Extras have been shortlisted for three top accolades, crafted by Kent glass artist Annie Ross, in the inaugural Kent Excellence in Business Awards (KEiBA).
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May 13, 2009 >
World's biggest wind farm gets the go-ahead
The world's biggest wind farm is to go ahead off the Kent coast.
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The world's biggest wind farm is to go ahead off the Kent coast.
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May 12, 2009 >
Kitewood announces two new developments at Altira Business Park in Herne Bay
Work has commenced on two new Headquarters buildings for local Kent high tech companies at Altira Business Park, Herne Bay. The two design and build premises commissioned by ICOM and JT Biosciences total 32,000 square foot of office and warehouse space. The foundations have been laid and steels erected this month with a completion date due in the summer.
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Work has commenced on two new Headquarters buildings for local Kent high tech companies at Altira Business Park, Herne Bay. The two design and build premises commissioned by ICOM and JT Biosciences total 32,000 square foot of office and warehouse space. The foundations have been laid and steels erected this month with a completion date due in the summer.
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May 12, 2009 >
Airline services company arrives at London Ashford Airport
Air charter company Trans Euro Air has moved into London Ashford Airport, and offers a range of passenger and cargo air transport services to UK customers.
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Air charter company Trans Euro Air has moved into London Ashford Airport, and offers a range of passenger and cargo air transport services to UK customers.
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Apr 29, 2009 >
Locate in Kent creates record number of jobs in Kent
Locate in Kent, the investment promotion agency for Kent and Medway, announced its 2008/09 figures yesterday (28 April), showing that it created 2,891 jobs; a 23% increase on last year's figures. During an event in Ashford, the agency revealed it has assisted a record 76 UK and international companies to expand or relocate to the county, contributing nearly £126m to the Kent economy and occupying more than 1.5m sqft of commercial property space. When indirect and retained jobs are added, this totals 5,439 jobs in Kent this year.
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Locate in Kent, the investment promotion agency for Kent and Medway, announced its 2008/09 figures yesterday (28 April), showing that it created 2,891 jobs; a 23% increase on last year's figures. During an event in Ashford, the agency revealed it has assisted a record 76 UK and international companies to expand or relocate to the county, contributing nearly £126m to the Kent economy and occupying more than 1.5m sqft of commercial property space. When indirect and retained jobs are added, this totals 5,439 jobs in Kent this year.
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Apr 24, 2009 >
Kent awarded Gold
Kent County Council has been awarded Beacon Status for its work on securing Legacy from the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Tessa Jowell, Olympics Minister, presented the award to Kent, which secured the top grade of ‘Outstanding'.
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Kent County Council has been awarded Beacon Status for its work on securing Legacy from the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Tessa Jowell, Olympics Minister, presented the award to Kent, which secured the top grade of ‘Outstanding'.
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Apr 23, 2009 >
New fast ferry for Dover
A new fast ferry is set to link the Port of Dover with Boulogne when it enters service next month.
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A new fast ferry is set to link the Port of Dover with Boulogne when it enters service next month.
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Apr 21, 2009 >
Revenue continues to rise at the Port of Dover
Operating profits at the Port of Dover rose last year, despite the economic downturn.
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Operating profits at the Port of Dover rose last year, despite the economic downturn.
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Apr 20, 2009 >
Families struggling with debts now have new 'bank'
A "community bank" offering low interest loans and credit to people struggling with crippling debts and household bills is to be set up by Kent County Council.
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A "community bank" offering low interest loans and credit to people struggling with crippling debts and household bills is to be set up by Kent County Council.
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Apr 20, 2009 >
Ramsgate's Renaissance
Gordon Miller reports that a gentle seaside town's property market looks set for a summer boom.
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Gordon Miller reports that a gentle seaside town's property market looks set for a summer boom.
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Apr 15, 2009 >
Economic Challenge Investment Fund to help strengthen links between graduates and local businesses
The University of Kent welcomed the news that it has been jointly awarded £311,563 under the government's Economic Challenge Investment Fund.
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The University of Kent welcomed the news that it has been jointly awarded £311,563 under the government's Economic Challenge Investment Fund.
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Apr 14, 2009 >
TV star Phil Spencer launches Kent Design Awards
Television property expert Phil Spencer has launched the Kent Design Awards 2009-10.
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Television property expert Phil Spencer has launched the Kent Design Awards 2009-10.
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Mar 24, 2009 >
Airport development would be a major boost to regeneration says report
The development of London Ashford Airport (Lydd) would bring major economic benefits to Shepway, says a new report, which identifies the region as the third most deprived district in Kent.
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The development of London Ashford Airport (Lydd) would bring major economic benefits to Shepway, says a new report, which identifies the region as the third most deprived district in Kent.
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Mar 24, 2009 >
Funding for Aylesham approved
The Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) has today confirmed that it has approved a £6 million investment for the employment and training requirements of Aylesham in Kent.
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The Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) has today confirmed that it has approved a £6 million investment for the employment and training requirements of Aylesham in Kent.
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Mar 23, 2009 >
Theatre development to go ahead
A Kent theatre has been given permission to begin work on a major £25.6m redevelopment.
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A Kent theatre has been given permission to begin work on a major £25.6m redevelopment.
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Mar 20, 2009 >
Roll up, roll up - for the world's first heritage amusement park
A Kent town has unveiled plans for the world's first heritage amusement park.
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A Kent town has unveiled plans for the world's first heritage amusement park.
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Mar 19, 2009 >
BAA sell-off could boost Kent airports
Kent airports could enjoy a boost after competition watchdogs confirmed BAA must sell Gatwick and two other airports.
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Kent airports could enjoy a boost after competition watchdogs confirmed BAA must sell Gatwick and two other airports.
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Mar 16, 2009 >
Defying the ravages of recession
Inward investment agency Locate in Kent is on course to beat its annual jobs target by creating or safeguarding more than 5,000 jobs.
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Inward investment agency Locate in Kent is on course to beat its annual jobs target by creating or safeguarding more than 5,000 jobs.
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Mar 10, 2009 >
The expert guidance on offer for area's growing businesses
Victoria Ballard, who runs an educational chart company based in Sevenoaks, is featuring in radio advertisements to promote the services of Business Link in Kent.
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Victoria Ballard, who runs an educational chart company based in Sevenoaks, is featuring in radio advertisements to promote the services of Business Link in Kent.
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Mar 3, 2009 >
First Thanet product in at Tesco
The first-ever vegetables to be grown at Thanet Earth will go on sale this week, ahead of the expected arrival date of mid-April.
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The first-ever vegetables to be grown at Thanet Earth will go on sale this week, ahead of the expected arrival date of mid-April.
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Mar 2, 2009 >
Could Kent become the next Hollywood?
There are plans to make Kent the new Hollywood - after one hit film alone brought in £1m.
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There are plans to make Kent the new Hollywood - after one hit film alone brought in £1m.
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Feb 27, 2009 >
Firms encouraged to seek opportunities in Europe
Businesses are being encouraged to look to Europe to beat the recession as Canterbury council courts opportunities in France and Belgium.
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Businesses are being encouraged to look to Europe to beat the recession as Canterbury council courts opportunities in France and Belgium.
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Feb 13, 2009 >
Night flights from Manston approved
Kent International Airport has been given the go-ahead to run more night flights in a move that could create up to 200 jobs.
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Kent International Airport has been given the go-ahead to run more night flights in a move that could create up to 200 jobs.
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Feb 12, 2009 >
New ferry service launches early
Up to 100 jobs are being created with the launch of two new ferry services from the Kent port of Dover.
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Up to 100 jobs are being created with the launch of two new ferry services from the Kent port of Dover.
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Feb 9, 2009 >
Business Link customers boost business growth expectations
Business Link research* has found that 49% of business customers in the South East that use Business Link expect to grow in the next 12 months, compared with only 24% that do not.
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Business Link research* has found that 49% of business customers in the South East that use Business Link expect to grow in the next 12 months, compared with only 24% that do not.
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Feb 5, 2009 >
The Kent Big Day Out 2009
The Kent Big Day Out 2009, with thousands of free tickets to top tourist attractions being given away to county residents, is being held on Saturday, March 28.
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The Kent Big Day Out 2009, with thousands of free tickets to top tourist attractions being given away to county residents, is being held on Saturday, March 28.
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Jan 30, 2009 >
Extra boost for Kent travel firm
Kent-based Holiday Extras has defied the downturn to scoop a top travel industry award.
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Kent-based Holiday Extras has defied the downturn to scoop a top travel industry award.
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Jan 27, 2009 >
Salads grown in giant greenhouses
Thanet Earth is expecting its first harvest from three vast glasshouses by the end of next month, to be sold in supermarkets and independent shops.
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Thanet Earth is expecting its first harvest from three vast glasshouses by the end of next month, to be sold in supermarkets and independent shops.
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Jan 26, 2009 >
Bosses endorse KCC business plan
Bosses have signed up to the county council's business manifesto promising to help firms weather recession.
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Bosses have signed up to the county council's business manifesto promising to help firms weather recession.
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Jan 23, 2009 >
Holidaymakers 'flocking to Kent' - and that might mean jobs
Leading figures from the county's tourism industry claim it is going from strength to strength despite the economic downturn.
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Leading figures from the county's tourism industry claim it is going from strength to strength despite the economic downturn.
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Jan 21, 2009 >
Folkestone to London in 49 minutes
A KEY figure in Folkestone's regeneration has branded revised, 50-minute commuting times "fantastic".
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A KEY figure in Folkestone's regeneration has branded revised, 50-minute commuting times "fantastic".
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Jan 19, 2009 >
Kent getting good GCSE results
Classroom standards in Kent's secondary schools improved again in 2008, with more pupils securing five or more good GCSE passes, according to the latest set of Government league tables.
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Classroom standards in Kent's secondary schools improved again in 2008, with more pupils securing five or more good GCSE passes, according to the latest set of Government league tables.
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Jan 13, 2009 >
Busy month for Port of Dover
The Port of Dover saw its busiest December for four years in spite of widespread gloom in the UK economy.
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The Port of Dover saw its busiest December for four years in spite of widespread gloom in the UK economy.
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Jan 12, 2009 >
University Of Kent - World leading research
The University of Kent today warmly welcomed the news that a great deal of its research has been ranked as world-leading in terms of originality, significance and rigour (4*), according to the Government's 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE). The University is placed 24th out of 118 participating institutions in terms of the best, or 4*, research.
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The University of Kent today warmly welcomed the news that a great deal of its research has been ranked as world-leading in terms of originality, significance and rigour (4*), according to the Government's 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE). The University is placed 24th out of 118 participating institutions in terms of the best, or 4*, research.
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Jan 12, 2009 >
Port set for unexpected new ferry service
The port of Ramsgate is to get another continental crossing, with Euroferries unexpectedly announcing the launch of a new service to Boulogne-sur-Mer.
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The port of Ramsgate is to get another continental crossing, with Euroferries unexpectedly announcing the launch of a new service to Boulogne-sur-Mer.
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Jan 9, 2009 >
Painting the greenhouse red
AS it stands, it is a sea of green - but within three months, Thanet Earth will be transformed into a ripe, red carpet of juicy tomatoes.
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AS it stands, it is a sea of green - but within three months, Thanet Earth will be transformed into a ripe, red carpet of juicy tomatoes.
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Dec 18, 2008 >
New equipment investment at Manston reaches £1 m
Manston’s Kent International Airport has taken delivery of three ground support vehicles costing a combined £500,000 - and bringing the airport’s investment in operations equipment to more than £1 million in the past 12 months.
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Manston’s Kent International Airport has taken delivery of three ground support vehicles costing a combined £500,000 - and bringing the airport’s investment in operations equipment to more than £1 million in the past 12 months.
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Dec 3, 2008 >
Work under way on multi-million pounds innovation centre
Work begins today on a £7.3million centre designed to create new hi-tech businesses and jobs.
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Work begins today on a £7.3million centre designed to create new hi-tech businesses and jobs.
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Nov 28, 2008 >
Partnership Plugs The Gap
An East Kent organisation, which is literally helping to plug the gap and unlock the potential for economic development, has started to reap the rewards after commissioning a £10 million investment in the area.
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An East Kent organisation, which is literally helping to plug the gap and unlock the potential for economic development, has started to reap the rewards after commissioning a £10 million investment in the area.
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Nov 28, 2008 >
Average salaries rise to more than £31,000, survey shows
Full-time workers have seen their salaries increase by 21 per cent or £5,561, from £25,939 in 2003 to £31,500 today, according to the findings by Halifax.
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Full-time workers have seen their salaries increase by 21 per cent or £5,561, from £25,939 in 2003 to £31,500 today, according to the findings by Halifax.
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Nov 27, 2008 >
Locate in Kent speaks out about empty rates proposals
Locate in Kent, the investment promotion agency for Kent and Medway has spoken out about the Chancellor's changes to empty rates taxation on commercial buildings announced in the pre-Budget report. The agency supports the British Property Federation's campaign against the taxes and has been lobbying with Kent County Council, local businesses and the Kent Developers Group for the abolition of the rates.
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Locate in Kent, the investment promotion agency for Kent and Medway has spoken out about the Chancellor's changes to empty rates taxation on commercial buildings announced in the pre-Budget report. The agency supports the British Property Federation's campaign against the taxes and has been lobbying with Kent County Council, local businesses and the Kent Developers Group for the abolition of the rates.
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Nov 26, 2008 >
Business is Booming at Beechwood Business Park
WCR Property, a niche commercial property developer specialising in sustainable office buildings, announces even more businesses relocating to their new Dover business park development, Beechwood Business Park.
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WCR Property, a niche commercial property developer specialising in sustainable office buildings, announces even more businesses relocating to their new Dover business park development, Beechwood Business Park.
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Nov 25, 2008 >
TV stars back theatre's £25m plan
Two stars of British stage and screen acting have added their support to a campaign to redevelop a Kent theatre.
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Two stars of British stage and screen acting have added their support to a campaign to redevelop a Kent theatre.
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Nov 18, 2008 >
Creative help to give new awards scheme a distinctive look
Kent's creative companies are working hard to support the county's newest awards scheme, the Kent Excellence in Business Awards (KEiBA).
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Kent's creative companies are working hard to support the county's newest awards scheme, the Kent Excellence in Business Awards (KEiBA).
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Nov 17, 2008 >
Kent Army Site Plan Boost to Jobs
Plans to build 500 new homes on the site of a former army barracks in Kent will help create jobs and keep youngsters in the town.
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Plans to build 500 new homes on the site of a former army barracks in Kent will help create jobs and keep youngsters in the town.
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Nov 17, 2008 >
Thrive with the KOS Media £1m Business Challenge
Thrive not just survive - that's the message as a huge blast of fresh air blew through Kent's business scene this week when KOS Media's £1 million challenge swept away some of the gloom over the local economy.
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Thrive not just survive - that's the message as a huge blast of fresh air blew through Kent's business scene this week when KOS Media's £1 million challenge swept away some of the gloom over the local economy.
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Nov 14, 2008 >
Overseas Opportunities For Kent Businesses - University of Kent
A trade mission from south-west Virginia arrived at the University of Kent on Monday 3 November, as part of an international Reciprocal Soft-Landings Network project.
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A trade mission from south-west Virginia arrived at the University of Kent on Monday 3 November, as part of an international Reciprocal Soft-Landings Network project.
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Nov 13, 2008 >
Millions could change port's transport forever
Dover's transport system could be in for a multi-million-pound transformation after the South East Regional Transport Board showed support for the town's Growth Point bid.
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Dover's transport system could be in for a multi-million-pound transformation after the South East Regional Transport Board showed support for the town's Growth Point bid.
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Nov 12, 2008 >
Comedian, headteacher and former ambassador to run Turner Centre
A stand-up comedian from Birmingham, the headteacher of a leading public school and a former ambassador and foreign policy adviser to Tony Blair are to join a 14-strong board that will run the £17million Turner Centre in Margate.
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A stand-up comedian from Birmingham, the headteacher of a leading public school and a former ambassador and foreign policy adviser to Tony Blair are to join a 14-strong board that will run the £17million Turner Centre in Margate.
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Nov 11, 2008 >
SEEDA meets tough economic times with long term
Businesses in the South East, which are being hit by the first ever global financial crisis, can start preparing now to take advantage of the opportunities which will appear when the upturn arrives, said Pam Alexander, SEEDA Chief Executive, today (Thursday) at SEEDA's Annual Open Public Meeting.
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Businesses in the South East, which are being hit by the first ever global financial crisis, can start preparing now to take advantage of the opportunities which will appear when the upturn arrives, said Pam Alexander, SEEDA Chief Executive, today (Thursday) at SEEDA's Annual Open Public Meeting.
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Nov 5, 2008 >
Are you ready to enter Kent's own Dragon's Den?
Excellence in business is to be rewarded in an exciting new competition that aims to find Kent's very own "Dragons."
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Excellence in business is to be rewarded in an exciting new competition that aims to find Kent's very own "Dragons."
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Nov 3, 2008 >
High speed rail base secures jobs
The decision to house and service the new high speed rail link trains at more than one Kent location has guaranteed 160 jobs, Southeastern said.
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The decision to house and service the new high speed rail link trains at more than one Kent location has guaranteed 160 jobs, Southeastern said.
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Oct 16, 2008 >
Systems Mechanics moves to larger offices in Whitstable, Kent, UK as the company’s business expansion continues
Consistent year-on-year growth of the business, combined with enhanced products and services to telecoms providers, are contributing to the success of Systems Mechanics.
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Consistent year-on-year growth of the business, combined with enhanced products and services to telecoms providers, are contributing to the success of Systems Mechanics.
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Sep 29, 2008 >
Huge boost for town's Olympic torch bid
The campaign to bring the Olympic torch through Dover in 2012 received a massive boost as thousands celebrated the launch of the Cultural Olympiad.
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The campaign to bring the Olympic torch through Dover in 2012 received a massive boost as thousands celebrated the launch of the Cultural Olympiad.
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Sep 24, 2008 >
Kent university produces top earners
Kent has the some of the best performing graduates in the country.
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Kent has the some of the best performing graduates in the country.
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Sep 22, 2008 >
Kent Property Market report to reveal outlook for 2008/9
The launch of this year's Kent Property Market Report, to be held at the Brands Hatch Motorsport Vision Conference Centre on Wednesday 22 October, will welcome around 200 leading property experts, developers and investors in Kent and Medway.
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The launch of this year's Kent Property Market Report, to be held at the Brands Hatch Motorsport Vision Conference Centre on Wednesday 22 October, will welcome around 200 leading property experts, developers and investors in Kent and Medway.
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Sep 16, 2008 >
Property in Kent remaining resilient
The often under-valued county has proved resilient in the property market downturn.
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The often under-valued county has proved resilient in the property market downturn.
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Sep 9, 2008 >
Kent - most popular place to live in UK
It's not only TV presenters, comedians and singers that cannot resist the charms of Kent.
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It's not only TV presenters, comedians and singers that cannot resist the charms of Kent.
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Sep 5, 2008 >
Scientists scoop global accolades
Four Kent research chemists who did groundbreaking work on a new HIV medicine have been given world recognition by becoming Heroes of Chemistry.
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Four Kent research chemists who did groundbreaking work on a new HIV medicine have been given world recognition by becoming Heroes of Chemistry.
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Sep 2, 2008 >
Dover torch campaign blasts off with more fireworks
A dramatic display of fire and light will illuminate Dover harbour as the town continues its campaign to welcome the Olympic flame to Britain.
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A dramatic display of fire and light will illuminate Dover harbour as the town continues its campaign to welcome the Olympic flame to Britain.
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Sep 2, 2008 >
University Centre Folkestone appoints new Campus Director
A new Campus Director of the University Centre Folkestone has been appointed, it was announced today.
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A new Campus Director of the University Centre Folkestone has been appointed, it was announced today.
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Aug 29, 2008 >
University to get official launch
A university whose graduates include artist Tracey Emin and designers Karen Millen and Zandra Rhodes will have its official opening next week.
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A university whose graduates include artist Tracey Emin and designers Karen Millen and Zandra Rhodes will have its official opening next week.
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Aug 20, 2008 >
Theatre's £25.5m revamp approved
The £25.5m redevelopment of a theatre in Canterbury has been granted planning permission by the city council.
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The £25.5m redevelopment of a theatre in Canterbury has been granted planning permission by the city council.
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Aug 20, 2008 >
Kent printing company, Thanet Press, awarded grant
Thanet Press, one of the top ranking printers in the UK, based in Margate, Kent, has been awarded a grant which will enable the company to build a controlled environment to produce instruction leaflets for the pharmaceutical industry. The company was awarded £236,550 by the South East England Development Agency (SEEDA) under the Selected Finance for Investment in England (SFIE) grant scheme.
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Thanet Press, one of the top ranking printers in the UK, based in Margate, Kent, has been awarded a grant which will enable the company to build a controlled environment to produce instruction leaflets for the pharmaceutical industry. The company was awarded £236,550 by the South East England Development Agency (SEEDA) under the Selected Finance for Investment in England (SFIE) grant scheme.
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Aug 15, 2008 >
Kent students continue to improve A-level achievement
More than 7,000 Kent students received their A-level and equivalent results on 14 August.
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More than 7,000 Kent students received their A-level and equivalent results on 14 August.
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Aug 15, 2008 >
Credit crunch is good new for tourism industry
The credit crunch could mean big money for Kent's tourism industry as holidaymakers begin to shun foreign destinations.
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The credit crunch could mean big money for Kent's tourism industry as holidaymakers begin to shun foreign destinations.
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Aug 7, 2008 >
£3.8m regeneration for coastal town
A cable car from the castle to the sea could form part of a £3.8m regeneration for a Kent coastal town.
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A cable car from the castle to the sea could form part of a £3.8m regeneration for a Kent coastal town.
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Aug 7, 2008 >
Bellway’s Tannery signs Hotel Du Vin
Hotel Du Vin, owned by Marylebone Warwick Balfour, has bought a warehouse site for development at Bellway's Tannery development in Canterbury.
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Hotel Du Vin, owned by Marylebone Warwick Balfour, has bought a warehouse site for development at Bellway's Tannery development in Canterbury.
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Jul 25, 2008 >
Turner gallery gets £8.1m grant
Millions of pounds have been promised to allow work to get under way on a contemporary art gallery in Kent.
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Millions of pounds have been promised to allow work to get under way on a contemporary art gallery in Kent.
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Jul 23, 2008 >
Wind farm rescued by energy giants
Two giant energy firms have rescued the proposed London Array wind farm set to be built off the Thanet coast.
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Two giant energy firms have rescued the proposed London Array wind farm set to be built off the Thanet coast.
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Jul 18, 2008 >
Kent's house-building targets to rise
The Government says it wants to push up house-building targets for Kent and the south east in a move that has dismayed environmental groups and many council chiefs.
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The Government says it wants to push up house-building targets for Kent and the south east in a move that has dismayed environmental groups and many council chiefs.
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Jul 18, 2008 >
Economic Downturn - Kent businesses must plan ahead
More than two thirds of Kent businesses (72%) believe that a downturn in the UK economy would have a negative impact on their business, but 33% of those anticipating worsening conditions do not have a business plan that would prepare them to ride out a downturn.
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More than two thirds of Kent businesses (72%) believe that a downturn in the UK economy would have a negative impact on their business, but 33% of those anticipating worsening conditions do not have a business plan that would prepare them to ride out a downturn.
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Jul 10, 2008 >
UKTI 2007/2008 - Annual report
Paul Wookey, Chief Executive of Locate in Kent said: "This year's record results published by the UKTI in its annual report confirm the significant role foreign direct investment plays in the UK economy and local economy in Kent. The report also reflects Locate in Kent's successful year in terms of attracting a record number of companies to Kent and increasing job creation by 42% on last year."
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Paul Wookey, Chief Executive of Locate in Kent said: "This year's record results published by the UKTI in its annual report confirm the significant role foreign direct investment plays in the UK economy and local economy in Kent. The report also reflects Locate in Kent's successful year in terms of attracting a record number of companies to Kent and increasing job creation by 42% on last year."
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Jul 9, 2008 >
New cross-Channel ferry service from 2009
Competition in the cross-Channel ferry business is set to get even tougher with the launch of a new Dover-Boulogne service next summer.
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Competition in the cross-Channel ferry business is set to get even tougher with the launch of a new Dover-Boulogne service next summer.
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Jul 8, 2008 >
University launches degree in dentistry
A unique degree course aimed at dental care professionals will be launched at the University of Kent's Medway campus this autumn.
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A unique degree course aimed at dental care professionals will be launched at the University of Kent's Medway campus this autumn.
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Jul 4, 2008 >
UK wins record inward investment in 2007-8
The annual inward investment results for 2007-8 showcase another highly successful year for the UK, with a record 1,573 investment projects won in what marks a fifth consecutive year of growth.
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The annual inward investment results for 2007-8 showcase another highly successful year for the UK, with a record 1,573 investment projects won in what marks a fifth consecutive year of growth.
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Jun 27, 2008 >
Firm's green credentials recognised
A Kent firm which supplies natural home insulation and lime mortars has been picked as one of Britain's greenest companies.
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A Kent firm which supplies natural home insulation and lime mortars has been picked as one of Britain's greenest companies.
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Jun 11, 2008 >
Welcome to Thanet Earth: is this a taste of future for UK agriculture?
From the A299 Thanet Way there is not a great deal to be seen - just some low white structures on the brow of the hill, and a discreet little sign. But that is because fewer than 15 of the 80 football pitches' worth of greenhouse have so far been constructed. Once this development is fully operational it will be rather harder to ignore.
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From the A299 Thanet Way there is not a great deal to be seen - just some low white structures on the brow of the hill, and a discreet little sign. But that is because fewer than 15 of the 80 football pitches' worth of greenhouse have so far been constructed. Once this development is fully operational it will be rather harder to ignore.
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Jun 10, 2008 >
Bullet train in milestone run on HS1
A Hitachi built 'bullet train' on test has notched up a milestone run on the high speed line between London St Pancras International and Ashford in Kent.
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A Hitachi built 'bullet train' on test has notched up a milestone run on the high speed line between London St Pancras International and Ashford in Kent.
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May 28, 2008 >
Port's expansion plans revealed
People in Dover have been given the chance to look at the port's £420m expansion plans.
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People in Dover have been given the chance to look at the port's £420m expansion plans.
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May 27, 2008 >
Jobs growth is bucking the economic blues
New jobs in Kent have grown nearly three fifths more in the last four years that predicted. Around 11,000 direct jobs have been created since 2004, almost 4,000 more than expected at the time. This shaft of light in the economic gloom was reported by Locate in Kent, the county's key investment promotion agency, which also found the expansion had generated just under £1 billion in capital spending.
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New jobs in Kent have grown nearly three fifths more in the last four years that predicted. Around 11,000 direct jobs have been created since 2004, almost 4,000 more than expected at the time. This shaft of light in the economic gloom was reported by Locate in Kent, the county's key investment promotion agency, which also found the expansion had generated just under £1 billion in capital spending.
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May 27, 2008 >
High-speed trains give social and economic boost
High-speed trains stimulate economic growth in cities and regions where they are well connected, according to the results of a new study.
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High-speed trains stimulate economic growth in cities and regions where they are well connected, according to the results of a new study.
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May 19, 2008 >
Business boost as Chinese firms head for county
Thanet's business community is hoping China is on the verge of coming to Kent. Key decisions are expected soon which could put the China Gateway project - promising 3,000 new local jobs - on schedule to open next year.
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Thanet's business community is hoping China is on the verge of coming to Kent. Key decisions are expected soon which could put the China Gateway project - promising 3,000 new local jobs - on schedule to open next year.
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May 13, 2008 >
Pfizer Scientist Enters Inventors Hall of Fame
A Pfizer scientist from Kent, whose work has helped to save millions of lives, has been recognised by the US National Inventors Hall of Fame.
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A Pfizer scientist from Kent, whose work has helped to save millions of lives, has been recognised by the US National Inventors Hall of Fame.
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May 9, 2008 >
Kent Shares in Infratil’s Success
Confidence at Kent International Airport is high following a significant rise in the level of freight being handled and the start of the 2008 charter holiday season with flights serving 8 destinations.
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Confidence at Kent International Airport is high following a significant rise in the level of freight being handled and the start of the 2008 charter holiday season with flights serving 8 destinations.
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May 6, 2008 >
Marlowe Innovation Centre
A new business centre which will offer students a place to get experience in work as well as companies a place to trade is due to open in Ramsgate at the end of the month but so far no firms have signed up to take a unit.
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A new business centre which will offer students a place to get experience in work as well as companies a place to trade is due to open in Ramsgate at the end of the month but so far no firms have signed up to take a unit.
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May 6, 2008 >
Manston airport: have your say today
Kent International Airport is undertaking a major public survey to measure the demand for the airport near Ramsgate.
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Kent International Airport is undertaking a major public survey to measure the demand for the airport near Ramsgate.
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Apr 30, 2008 >
Endorsement For Kent Airport - Lydd Airport
Leader of Kent County Council, Cllr Paul Carter, has given a boost to plans to modernise and expand Lydd Airport on Romney Marsh in Kent.
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Leader of Kent County Council, Cllr Paul Carter, has given a boost to plans to modernise and expand Lydd Airport on Romney Marsh in Kent.
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Apr 28, 2008 >
Massive regeneration project planned for Folkestone
Roger De Haan, ex-Saga boss, has announced he is in negotiations with a developer to take on his large seafront regeneration project in Folkestone, Kent.
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Roger De Haan, ex-Saga boss, has announced he is in negotiations with a developer to take on his large seafront regeneration project in Folkestone, Kent.
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Apr 15, 2008 >
Kent Riviera Rides Wave of Regeneration
New transport links and arty-regeneration projects are restoring port and seaside towns across Kent to their former glory, transforming them into top commuter towns and excellent investment opportunities, reveals the Homebuyer and Property Investor Show (7-9 March, ExCel, London).
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New transport links and arty-regeneration projects are restoring port and seaside towns across Kent to their former glory, transforming them into top commuter towns and excellent investment opportunities, reveals the Homebuyer and Property Investor Show (7-9 March, ExCel, London).
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Apr 11, 2008 >
First phase of Folkestone plan complete
The massive regeneration of the seafront at Folkestone may take until 2020 to complete, it was revealed this week.
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The massive regeneration of the seafront at Folkestone may take until 2020 to complete, it was revealed this week.
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Apr 10, 2008 >
£10 Million Accelerator Fund - Funding for regional businesses
Companies across the region with rapid growth potential can now gain access to a multi-million pound pot of funding after Finance South East and Clydesdale Bank joined forces.
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Companies across the region with rapid growth potential can now gain access to a multi-million pound pot of funding after Finance South East and Clydesdale Bank joined forces.
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Apr 7, 2008 >
Seaside towns funding welcomed by Kent MP
A Kent MP has welcomed a Government announcement that it will plough millions of pounds into seaside towns.
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A Kent MP has welcomed a Government announcement that it will plough millions of pounds into seaside towns.
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Mar 28, 2008 >
Rescue plans for area go on show
A Master plan for the future of the Dover district in the next 20 years is being revealed to the public on Thursday 27 March.
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A Master plan for the future of the Dover district in the next 20 years is being revealed to the public on Thursday 27 March.
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Mar 27, 2008 >
SEEDA pulls plug on organisation's funding
An agency that helped transform the economic fortunes of east Kent has been replaced by a smaller organisation.
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An agency that helped transform the economic fortunes of east Kent has been replaced by a smaller organisation.
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Mar 26, 2008 >
Kent - Region of the future
Kent has been named as one of the top 25 European Regions of the Future 2008/9 in a bi-annual shortlist compiled by fDi magazine, published by the Financial Times.
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Kent has been named as one of the top 25 European Regions of the Future 2008/9 in a bi-annual shortlist compiled by fDi magazine, published by the Financial Times.
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Mar 19, 2008 >
Marlowe Innovation Centre - May opening
Marlowe Innovation Centre, the new £1.9million cutting edge centre for business in east Kent, is due to open this May to facilitate the growth and development of small or start-up businesses.
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Marlowe Innovation Centre, the new £1.9million cutting edge centre for business in east Kent, is due to open this May to facilitate the growth and development of small or start-up businesses.
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Mar 12, 2008 >
Property Developer Makes His Mark
A Kent entrepreneur has made it into a national league table for his industry at the young age of only 33.
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A Kent entrepreneur has made it into a national league table for his industry at the young age of only 33.
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Mar 7, 2008 >
M J Gleeson named preferred development partner for Margate regeneration scheme
MJ Gleeson Group PLC said it has been selected as the preferred development partner for Margate regeneration scheme in north east Kent.
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MJ Gleeson Group PLC said it has been selected as the preferred development partner for Margate regeneration scheme in north east Kent.
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Mar 7, 2008 >
Marlowe plan boosted by a £3m donation
Ambitious redevelopment plans for Canterbury's Marlowe Theatre and Beaney Institute have been boosted by a £2.95million donation.
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Ambitious redevelopment plans for Canterbury's Marlowe Theatre and Beaney Institute have been boosted by a £2.95million donation.
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Mar 6, 2008 >
Natural gas equipment manufacturer expands in Kent
Kent-based Paget CNG Ltd, a leading international manufacturer of natural gas refuelling equipment for the automotive industry, is expanding in Thanet with the assistance of investment promotion agency, Locate in Kent.
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Kent-based Paget CNG Ltd, a leading international manufacturer of natural gas refuelling equipment for the automotive industry, is expanding in Thanet with the assistance of investment promotion agency, Locate in Kent.
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Feb 28, 2008 >
Sales boost for summer getaways at Manston
Soaring demand for summer getaways from Kent International Airport (KIA) has resulted in some routes, including Croatia on the Adriatic coast, selling out completely.
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Soaring demand for summer getaways from Kent International Airport (KIA) has resulted in some routes, including Croatia on the Adriatic coast, selling out completely.
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Feb 27, 2008 >
London Ashford Airport - demand fuels recruitment
A sharp increase in business at London Ashford Airport (Lydd) in Kent has sparked a recruitment drive to meet rising demand.
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A sharp increase in business at London Ashford Airport (Lydd) in Kent has sparked a recruitment drive to meet rising demand.
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Feb 26, 2008 >
Works begin on Dover regeneration
An archaeological survey has been launched as the initital step in a multi-million pound regeneration of Dover Town Centre.
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An archaeological survey has been launched as the initital step in a multi-million pound regeneration of Dover Town Centre.
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Feb 22, 2008 >
Plans approved for Turner gallery
Approval has been given to build a modern art gallery on a site where 19th Century artist JMW Turner stayed on his visits to Margate, Kent.
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Approval has been given to build a modern art gallery on a site where 19th Century artist JMW Turner stayed on his visits to Margate, Kent.
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Feb 15, 2008 >
The case for Kent International Airport
Kent International Airport at Manston should be part of the solution to the shortage of airport capacity, not an airport on the Thames Estuary as suggested by Boris Johnson, said Paul Carter, the Leader of Kent County Council.
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Kent International Airport at Manston should be part of the solution to the shortage of airport capacity, not an airport on the Thames Estuary as suggested by Boris Johnson, said Paul Carter, the Leader of Kent County Council.
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Feb 15, 2008 >
Thanet is land of opportunities, says new organisation
A new organisation to drive forward the commercial development of two key areas of land in Thanet has been unveiled.
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A new organisation to drive forward the commercial development of two key areas of land in Thanet has been unveiled.
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Feb 11, 2008 >
Cliff face work under way for Royal Sands project
Repairs to the cliff face are well under way in preparation for the Royal Sands development at Marina Esplanade in Ramsgate.The plans include a 60-bedroom hotel and 107 apartments with mooring facilities, plus cafes, restaurants, a fitness centre and kid's play area.
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Repairs to the cliff face are well under way in preparation for the Royal Sands development at Marina Esplanade in Ramsgate.The plans include a 60-bedroom hotel and 107 apartments with mooring facilities, plus cafes, restaurants, a fitness centre and kid's play area.
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Feb 7, 2008 >
KCC announces new £6.5m road for Thanet
Work is underway on a new £6.5million spine road in Thanet.
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Work is underway on a new £6.5million spine road in Thanet.
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Feb 6, 2008 >
Event for Kent companies looking to tap into US markets
An event to inform Kent companies about business markets and opportunities in the state of Virginia in the US will be taking place on Tuesday 19 February from 9.30-12pm in Locate in Kent's boardroom at 2 Kings Hill Avenue, Kings Hill.
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An event to inform Kent companies about business markets and opportunities in the state of Virginia in the US will be taking place on Tuesday 19 February from 9.30-12pm in Locate in Kent's boardroom at 2 Kings Hill Avenue, Kings Hill.
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Feb 6, 2008 >
New road good for Thanet
Work is underway on a new £6.5million spine road which will be good for business and local residents in Thanet.
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Work is underway on a new £6.5million spine road which will be good for business and local residents in Thanet.
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Feb 5, 2008 >
Work set to start at £5m business park
The Thanet economy has been given a welcome boost with news that work is due to start on a business park that will create up to 150 jobs.
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The Thanet economy has been given a welcome boost with news that work is due to start on a business park that will create up to 150 jobs.
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Jan 30, 2008 >
Eurokent Business Park - 100 jobs created for Thanet
Work on a new business park which will create up to 150 jobs in Thanet is about to start thanks to a joint venture between the South East England Development Agency (SEEDA) and Thanet District Council (TDC).
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Work on a new business park which will create up to 150 jobs in Thanet is about to start thanks to a joint venture between the South East England Development Agency (SEEDA) and Thanet District Council (TDC).
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Jan 21, 2008 >
New name marks 10 year collaboration
From the 1st January 2008 Kent based commercial developer Scarborough & Benchmark Estates has re-branded as Valad and Benchmark Estates following the £685m acquisition by Valad Property Group of Scarborough Development Group Plc in July last year.
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From the 1st January 2008 Kent based commercial developer Scarborough & Benchmark Estates has re-branded as Valad and Benchmark Estates following the £685m acquisition by Valad Property Group of Scarborough Development Group Plc in July last year.
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Jan 21, 2008 >
Homes will alter the landscape
Land at Manston Road in Ramsgate is to be transformed into a development of 207 houses and apartments.
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Land at Manston Road in Ramsgate is to be transformed into a development of 207 houses and apartments.
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Jan 18, 2008 >
A new lease of life
In the coming year work will begin on a major regeneration of Dover town centre.
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In the coming year work will begin on a major regeneration of Dover town centre.
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Jan 16, 2008 >
Kent business owners urged to review their assets
New tax rules likely to be introduced in April may leave business owners short changed if they want to sell assets or shares, according to Kent company commercial lawyer Susan Jennings.
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New tax rules likely to be introduced in April may leave business owners short changed if they want to sell assets or shares, according to Kent company commercial lawyer Susan Jennings.
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Jan 10, 2008 >
Opening date for 105-bedroom hotel
THE official opening of Thanet's latest hotel at the Prospect Inn site at Minster is on Thursday, January 24.
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THE official opening of Thanet's latest hotel at the Prospect Inn site at Minster is on Thursday, January 24.
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Jan 7, 2008 >
Margate pier arm to be lit up with bars, restaurants and artists' studios
Bars, restaurants and artist studios could open as early as next February on Margate's harbour arm.
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Bars, restaurants and artist studios could open as early as next February on Margate's harbour arm.
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Dec 18, 2007 >
Easyspace first to boost SMEs in Canterbury
Evans Easyspace, the UK's leading provider of flexible workspace for small and growing businesses, and Leader of the Council, Councillor John Gilbey, officially launched the construction work on the first Evans Business Centre for Kent on 13 December 2007.
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Evans Easyspace, the UK's leading provider of flexible workspace for small and growing businesses, and Leader of the Council, Councillor John Gilbey, officially launched the construction work on the first Evans Business Centre for Kent on 13 December 2007.
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Nov 26, 2007 >
Chinese firms could set up at Kent business park
Chinese high-tech and assembly firms could move to Kent and create 1,000 jobs as part of ambitious new plans.
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Chinese high-tech and assembly firms could move to Kent and create 1,000 jobs as part of ambitious new plans.
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Nov 23, 2007 >
Lakesview Enterprise Centre - Opens for business
The new Lakesview Enterprise Centre in Hersden, with 14 units available for start up and fledgling businesses to rent, officially opens this Friday (23 November).
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The new Lakesview Enterprise Centre in Hersden, with 14 units available for start up and fledgling businesses to rent, officially opens this Friday (23 November).
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Nov 21, 2007 >
Margate Development - Partners sought
Developers are being asked to come forward with plans for an exciting, new commercial development of two major town centre sites as part of the renaissance of the coastal town of Margate.
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Developers are being asked to come forward with plans for an exciting, new commercial development of two major town centre sites as part of the renaissance of the coastal town of Margate.
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Nov 20, 2007 >
'Lives will be changed by £100m Ebbsfleet station'
Ebbsfleet International Station will "transform" the lives of people travelling from Kent into Europe.
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Ebbsfleet International Station will "transform" the lives of people travelling from Kent into Europe.
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Nov 20, 2007 >
Work has begun on £80million Thanet Earth development
Work has begun on building the £80million Thanet Earth development which will be used to grow tomatoes, red peppers and cucumbers for Britain's supermarkets.
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Work has begun on building the £80million Thanet Earth development which will be used to grow tomatoes, red peppers and cucumbers for Britain's supermarkets.
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Nov 9, 2007 >
Business Innovation Investment Of £1.9m - Thanet
Work is set to begin on a £1.9million cutting edge innovation centre for new businesses on the site of the Marlowe Academy in Ramsgate.
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Work is set to begin on a £1.9million cutting edge innovation centre for new businesses on the site of the Marlowe Academy in Ramsgate.
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Oct 29, 2007 >
£43m Campus For Thanet - Millennium Way
Canterbury Christ Church University has pledged its support to Thanet College in its bid to build a new 43 million pound campus on land adjacent to the University's Broadstairs Campus.
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Canterbury Christ Church University has pledged its support to Thanet College in its bid to build a new 43 million pound campus on land adjacent to the University's Broadstairs Campus.
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Oct 19, 2007 >
New Turner gallery plans welcomed
Widespread approval has greeted the redrawn designs for a new £17.5m art gallery in a Kent seaside town.
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Widespread approval has greeted the redrawn designs for a new £17.5m art gallery in a Kent seaside town.
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Oct 10, 2007 >
New study underlines economic case for development of London Ashford Airport (Lydd)
With latest figures showing that unemployment in Lydd is more than double the average for the South East, continued investment at the airport is needed to help lift the economic gloom and offer hope to future generations, says the report.
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With latest figures showing that unemployment in Lydd is more than double the average for the South East, continued investment at the airport is needed to help lift the economic gloom and offer hope to future generations, says the report.
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Oct 4, 2007 >
£5.5m business centre on campus
A £5.5m project to build an innovation centre for technology-based business in Kent has been given planning consent.
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A £5.5m project to build an innovation centre for technology-based business in Kent has been given planning consent.
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Sep 25, 2007 >
£80m project provides huge jobs boost
More than 550 jobs will be created when a Kent-based company teams up with specialist large-scale growers of fruit and vegetables.
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More than 550 jobs will be created when a Kent-based company teams up with specialist large-scale growers of fruit and vegetables.
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Sep 14, 2007 >
Creative Margate in country’s top 20
Margate is one of the UK's top 20 creative towns, according to a survey carried out by a leading marketing group.
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Margate is one of the UK's top 20 creative towns, according to a survey carried out by a leading marketing group.
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Aug 30, 2007 >
Creativity key to Old Town plans
An "innovative" piece of public art is being sought to help open up a Kent seaside resort's Old Town area.
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An "innovative" piece of public art is being sought to help open up a Kent seaside resort's Old Town area.
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Aug 22, 2007 >
US company opens premises in Kent
A Kent business centre is celebrating after attracting a new tenant.
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A Kent business centre is celebrating after attracting a new tenant.
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Aug 13, 2007 >
Developers shortlisted for Margate seaside development
Kent County Council and Thanet District Council have shortlisted four developers for the mixed-use development on Margate seafront, which is expected to help secure the famous resort's comeback as the first choice seaside destination in the south east.
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Kent County Council and Thanet District Council have shortlisted four developers for the mixed-use development on Margate seafront, which is expected to help secure the famous resort's comeback as the first choice seaside destination in the south east.
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Aug 2, 2007 >
Dover Ferry Traffic - Growth in all areas
More passengers, cars, coaches and lorries passed through the Port of Dover in the first six months of 2007 than 2006.
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More passengers, cars, coaches and lorries passed through the Port of Dover in the first six months of 2007 than 2006.
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Aug 1, 2007 >
New grant money available for Kent businesses
New criteria announced last week by the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform for a business grant scheme to be delivered by SEEDA in the South East region, could benefit many Kent and Medway businesses looking for financial assistance to help fund expansion plans.
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New criteria announced last week by the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform for a business grant scheme to be delivered by SEEDA in the South East region, could benefit many Kent and Medway businesses looking for financial assistance to help fund expansion plans.
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Jul 26, 2007 >
NIC Instruments Expansion - Folkestone
NIC Instruments has announced that it is expanding its operation in Folkestone, Kent with the help of Locate in Kent and the South East Grant Advisory Service (Se-gas).
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NIC Instruments has announced that it is expanding its operation in Folkestone, Kent with the help of Locate in Kent and the South East Grant Advisory Service (Se-gas).
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Jul 11, 2007 >
McAslan launches Canterbury regeneration scheme
John McAslan and Partners has unveiled its proposals to redevelop the rundown 10ha Wincheap estate on the edge of Canterbury, Kent.
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John McAslan and Partners has unveiled its proposals to redevelop the rundown 10ha Wincheap estate on the edge of Canterbury, Kent.
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Jun 25, 2007 >
Work on schedule for Pleasurama site
Work on a major leisure and retail development on the Pleasurama site on Ramsgate seafront is to begin this autumn.
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Work on a major leisure and retail development on the Pleasurama site on Ramsgate seafront is to begin this autumn.
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Jun 25, 2007 >
A world class vision for Dover
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to strengthen links between the town of Dover and its port - symbolized by an internationally-recognised modern iconic structure - has been unveiled.
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A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to strengthen links between the town of Dover and its port - symbolized by an internationally-recognised modern iconic structure - has been unveiled.
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Jun 25, 2007 >
Work on schedule for Pleasurama site
Work on a major leisure and retail development on the Pleasurama site on Ramsgate seafront is to begin this autumn.
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Work on a major leisure and retail development on the Pleasurama site on Ramsgate seafront is to begin this autumn.
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Jun 19, 2007 >
Architect unveils gallery design
New plans for an art gallery in Kent have been unveiled after the cost of previous designs rose to £50m.
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New plans for an art gallery in Kent have been unveiled after the cost of previous designs rose to £50m.
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Jun 6, 2007 >
Environmental company makes a home in Kent
Brightwater Environmental, a new start-up business specialising in water and energy saving solutions, has set up in Kent.
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Brightwater Environmental, a new start-up business specialising in water and energy saving solutions, has set up in Kent.
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May 21, 2007 >
Kent site to be hub for Chinese technology
A small corner of rural Kent is to be transformed into an international hub for the Chinese technology industry under a deal unveiled yesterday by a London-listed property group.
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A small corner of rural Kent is to be transformed into an international hub for the Chinese technology industry under a deal unveiled yesterday by a London-listed property group.
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May 15, 2007 >
Folkestone Enterprise Centre - 5th Anniversary Celebrations
At the lunchtime celebrations on 11 May organised by Basepoint, operators of the Folkestone Enterprise Centre, Peter Hobbs, Chief Executive of Channel Chamber spoke of the Enterprise Centre's success in attracting new businesses to Folkestone during the past five years:
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At the lunchtime celebrations on 11 May organised by Basepoint, operators of the Folkestone Enterprise Centre, Peter Hobbs, Chief Executive of Channel Chamber spoke of the Enterprise Centre's success in attracting new businesses to Folkestone during the past five years:
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May 14, 2007 >
Major makeover for Dover
The multi million pound regeneration of Dover Town Centre continues to gather pace after the acquisition and hand over of the Russell Street bus depot for demolition.
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The multi million pound regeneration of Dover Town Centre continues to gather pace after the acquisition and hand over of the Russell Street bus depot for demolition.
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Apr 30, 2007 >
Airport sees return of passenger flights
Passengers are once-again flying from Kent International Airport, Manston.
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Passengers are once-again flying from Kent International Airport, Manston.
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Apr 18, 2007 >
Developer chosen for Wincheap scheme
Canterbury City Council has selected Capital & Counties as its preferred development partner for the regeneration of the Wincheap estate.
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Canterbury City Council has selected Capital & Counties as its preferred development partner for the regeneration of the Wincheap estate.
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Mar 22, 2007 >
Shepway Economic Regeneration Partnership - Sharing in success
Key figures in Shepway’s Economic Regeneration Partnership (SERP) have given a ‘thumbs up’ to the new District-wide Community Plan entitled ‘Sharing in Success’.
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Key figures in Shepway’s Economic Regeneration Partnership (SERP) have given a ‘thumbs up’ to the new District-wide Community Plan entitled ‘Sharing in Success’.
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Feb 21, 2007 >
Folkestone’s first university gets underway
Higher education in Folkestone becomes available for the first time on Saturday.
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Higher education in Folkestone becomes available for the first time on Saturday.
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Feb 9, 2007 >
Dreamland plans a blank canvas
The owner of Margate's Dreamland funfair has begun a public consultation on plans to build shops, homes and business premises on the site.
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The owner of Margate's Dreamland funfair has begun a public consultation on plans to build shops, homes and business premises on the site.
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Feb 5, 2007 >
Exciting Future for Buckland Mill as Gillcrest and SEEDA Submits Planning Application
The regeneration of a former paper manufacturing plant at Buckland Mill in Dover, Kent, is another step closer now that developer Gillcrest Homes and the South East England Development Agency (SEEDA) have submitted a planning application for a vibrant, mixed-use development at the site.
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The regeneration of a former paper manufacturing plant at Buckland Mill in Dover, Kent, is another step closer now that developer Gillcrest Homes and the South East England Development Agency (SEEDA) have submitted a planning application for a vibrant, mixed-use development at the site.
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Jan 29, 2007 >
Cash boost for port town's plans
A multi-million pound grant has been awarded to a Kent port town to help towards a regeneration project.
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A multi-million pound grant has been awarded to a Kent port town to help towards a regeneration project.
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Jan 26, 2007 >
Harbour sets out 30-year vision
Dover Harbour Board has called for more long-term vision in the government's transport policies to match its 30-year plan for development of the docks.
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Dover Harbour Board has called for more long-term vision in the government's transport policies to match its 30-year plan for development of the docks.
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Jan 25, 2007 >
Dover sees continued growth in ferry passengers
Dover has seen growth in ferry passengers for the second year running, according to figures for 2006.
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Dover has seen growth in ferry passengers for the second year running, according to figures for 2006.
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