Councillor Joy disappointed with closure of NatWest Rainham Wednesday, 3 April, 2024 The news of the imminent closure of the NatWest Branch in Rainham is a further blow to the people and businesses of Rainham. Although there are alternative options for regular users of this Branch (including Rainham Post Office further up the High Street or the branch in Chatham), people regularly using this branch will be impacted. On top of this, the team at the branch who are an integral part... Articles
Rt Hon Lucy Frazer KC MP opens Fitted Rigging House (South) at Chatham Historic Dockyard 10th November 2023 It was a pleasure to welcome The Rt Hon Lucy Frazer KC MP , Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, to Medway, yesterday, to formally open The Fitted... Articles
Medway Conservatives welcome £2 bus fare extension thanks to Conservative Government, bringing cheaper journeys for people across Medway 9th November 2023 Millions of bus passengers across the country will continue to benefit from the £2 bus fare cap thanks to the Conservative Government’s long-term decision to... Articles
Leader of the Opposition attends Rochester Cathedral White Ribbon Day Service 4th November 2023 The leader of the opposition Councillor Gulvin attended the Choral Evensong marking White Ribbon Day at Rochester Cathedral. It was very powerful, emotional and... Articles
Our report on October 2023 full council 2nd November 2023 Thursday 19th October 2023 was the second full council meeting of the current council term. This article will share our perspective on the meeting. The... Articles
Councillor Perfect continues opposition spokesperson visits 1st November 2023 Councillor Perfect has been undertaking a number of visits in his role as Opposition Spokesperson for Children's Services and Education. His most recent visit... Articles
Voice of the Opposition - October 31st October 2023 Leader of the Opposition, Councillor Gulvin, recently wrote a piece for the award winning Local Authority, you can read it here . Articles
Chatham awarded funding from the Home Office 27th October 2023 We are delighted with the news that Chatham Town Centre has been awarded £284,000 as part of the Safer Streets Fund . The Safer Streets Fund is central to the... Local News
Kelly Tolhurst MP's Debate on Pooled Client Accounts 23rd October 2023 I held a debate in Westminster Hall regarding business banking and Pooled Client Accounts. I have been shocked at the stories I have heard over the last couple... Articles
Leader of the Opposition attends Medway Question Time 18th October 2023 Councillor Gulvin was pleased to attend the most recent Medway Question Time event at Mid Kent College. We are looking forward to attending the next event, in... Articles
Celebrating International Women’s Day 8th March 2024 Find out what we're doing to support our fabulous women on International Women's Day here. National News
We’re tackling unfairness in Child Benefit 7th March 2024 Find out how the Conservatives are supporting families here. National News
Spring Budget 2024 rundown 6th March 2024 Find out how we're growing the economy, with inflation down, wages rising and National Insurance cut from 12% to 8%… National News
Let’s stick with the plan which is working 19th February 2024 Get the latest from the Chancellor on our economic progress here. National News
We are pointing in the right direction 8th January 2024 We're making progress on the country's top priorities. Find out more here. National News
The Sir David Amess Fund 14th December 2023 Find out about our tribute to our beloved colleague and friend, Sir David Amess. National News