Chairman's engagements 18 February to 3 March
Sevenoaks District Council's Chairman's engagements for 18 February to 3 March are listed below. For more information or to attend any of these events please call Nick Mann on 01732 227162.
2004-02-18 00:00:00
Young people urged to get their skates on
Young people in Sevenoaks are being encouraged to get their skates on, when a mobile ice skating rink comes to Sevenoaks Community Centre on Monday 23 February.
2004-02-18 00:00:00
Clean up with a food hygiene course
Residents who are in the catering business can now take advantage of the nationally recognised Foundation Certificate in Food Hygiene run by Sevenoaks District Council.
2004-02-18 00:00:00
Grant guarantees more sack-cess for recycling scheme
Residents are set to benefit from more clear sacks for the kerbside recycling scheme after a Government grant of £38,000 was given to Sevenoaks District Council to help it carry on hitting its recycling targets.
2004-02-16 00:00:00
Recycling site relocated
The recycling site at Edenbridge Leisure Centre is being temporarily relocated while the town's new relief road is under construction.
2004-02-16 00:00:00
Council Tax exemptions reviewed
In line with new Government guidelines and many other local authorities, Sevenoaks District Council has decided to reduce the Council Tax discount for second homes and long term empty properties, raising additional revenue to be spent on local services.
2004-02-12 00:00:00
Cubit crackdown continues
Operation Cubit is going from strength to strength with more than 500 untaxed or abandoned vehicles taken off the road since the scheme began.
2004-02-09 00:00:00
Budget on the agenda
Sevenoaks District Council's budget for the coming year was on the agenda when the Overview and Scrutiny board discussed Council Tax increases and their impact on Council's finances at its meeting on 4 February.
2004-02-05 00:00:00
Council dog wardens take the lead
Sevenoaks District Council has appointed two new dog wardens, Jacky Donaghy and Shirley Fiddock, to help residents with all things canine.
2004-02-05 00:00:00
High five for SNAP
SNAP is celebrating it’s fifth birthday this Valentines night at Sevenoaks Community Centre and organisers are promising that the event on Saturday 14 February will be extra special.
2004-02-03 00:00:00
Salmonella warning issued
Following an outbreak of salmonella poisoning connected to Spanish eggs, the Food Standards Agency is repeating its advice to caterers that only properly cooked or pasteurised eggs should be used.
2004-01-30 00:00:00
Councils celebrate Bourne Wood appeal success
Sevenoaks District Council and the London Borough of Bromley have won an appeal against an enforcement notice to allow Bourne Wood Sandpit to be used to crush and sort waste, which potentially could have had a negative effect on nearby Swanley residents.
2004-01-27 00:00:00
Chairman's engagements 27 January to 11 February
Sevenoaks District Council's Chairman's engagements for 27 January to 11 February are listed below. For more information or to attend any of these events please call Nick Mann on 01732 227162.
2004-01-27 00:00:00
Sevenoaks town parking charges reviewed
As part of its review of parking charges, Sevenoaks District Council's Cabinet agreed to increase many of its charges for 2004 at its meeting on Thursday 22 January.
2004-01-26 00:00:00
Swanley parking charges review
As part of its review of parking charges, Sevenoaks District Council's Cabinet agreed to increase one of its charges in Swanley for 2004 at its meeting on Thursday 22 January.
2004-01-26 00:00:00
Residents have their say on the Council's finances
Local people were recently asked for their views on Sevenoaks District Council’s financial priorities as part of setting next year's budget.
2004-01-23 00:00:00
Filling the empties
Sevenoaks District Council approved the Council's first ever Empty Property Strategy, last night (Thursday 22 January) at the meeting of its Cabinet.
2004-01-23 00:00:00
Council invests in CCTV
At its meeting last night (Thursday 22 January) Sevenoaks District Council's Cabinet decided to invest £65,000 over the next two years to update and improve its CCTV system.
2004-01-23 00:00:00
Decision reached on bus services
As part of balancing its finances, Sevenoaks District Council's Cabinet decided yesterday evening (Thursday 22 January) not to renew contracts to fund the Green Traveller (G2), Sevenoaks Town Circular (S1, S1A and S2) and the 322, 323 and 328 shopper bus
2004-01-23 00:00:00
Further warning issued on Sudan 1
The Food Standards Agency is updating an earlier warning issued as part of its investigation into food products on the UK market that may contain the chemical dye Sudan I.
2004-01-22 00:00:00
Take the plunge for charity at White Oak Leisure Centre
White Oak Leisure Centre is urging residents of Swanley to don their swimming costumes and make a big splash to help raise £2.5 million for Macmillan Cancer Relief, as part of Butlins Swimathon 2004.
2004-01-15 00:00:00
Sporting youngsters get in shape
A group of seven teenagers from Swanley School are to be awarded certificates for their efforts during a six-week programme of sporting activities at White Oak Leisure Centre. The young people are all studying for an NVQ that clashes with their PE classes
2004-01-15 00:00:00
Working together to crack down on benefit fraud
Local benefit fraudsters have been warned that their behaviour will not be tolerated after Sevenoaks District Council and the Department for Work and Pensions achieved their first successful prosecution as part of the 'joint working initiative'.
2004-01-06 00:00:00
Citizens have their say
The results of the third survey of Sevenoaks District Council's Citizens' Panel have now been analysed and have provided the Council with feedback that will be used to help tailor its services to the needs and wishes of residents.
2004-01-05 00:00:00
Have a healthy new year at White Oak Leisure Centre
Swanley residents from White Oak and St Mary's who are keen to get in shape for the new year have a great opportunity to try out the new taster sessions at White Oak Leisure Centre, running for six weeks starting on 13 January.
2004-01-05 00:00:00
Easy Rolling for Skaters in New Ash Green
Young people in New Ash Green, Hartley and West Kingsdown will get an extra Christmas present this week when a mobile Skate Park rolls into town. Weather permitting, the park will be in the North car park in New Ash Green on Tuesday 30 December from 10.30
2003-12-23 00:00:00
Christmas bonus for Swanley groups
Voluntary and community groups in Swanley have until the end of March 2004 to claim their share of a remaining £8,000 from the Swanley People First Community Chest. So far £22,000 has already been allocated.
2003-12-18 00:00:00
Demo team to open Edenbridge Blossoms Hill skate park
Christmas has come early for skateboarders in Edenbridge as the new Skate Park at Blossoms Park opens on Monday 22 December. The official opening is at 10.30am with a demo on the ramps to be provided by the Skate Team from Skaterham indoor Skate Park in C
2003-12-18 00:00:00
Government grant announced
Sevenoaks District Council found out recently that it will receive an additional £170,000 from Central Government as part of its annual grant settlement.
2003-12-17 00:00:00
Christmas message from the Chairman of Sevenoaks District Council
I would like to start with a big thank you to all those in the voluntary sector whose selfless devotion to their respective causes is immeasurable and who have welcomed me to their meetings and social events during the last seven months.
2003-12-16 00:00:00
Housing strategy achieves prestigious award
Sevenoaks District Council was informed on Friday 12 December that it has become only the second authority in Kent to be awarded the prestigious 'fit for purpose' accreditation for its housing strategy.
2003-12-16 00:00:00
Kerbside recycling scheme replaces plastic banks
Residents have been making such good use of the new kerbside recycling scheme that a decision has been made to remove plastic recycling banks from six sites around Sevenoaks District.
2003-12-15 00:00:00
Christmas becomes clear
Residents will be able to benefit from extra free clear recycling sacks this Christmas, allowing everyone to do their bit for the environment over the festive season.
2003-12-15 00:00:00
Last chance to comment on Swanley parking proposals
Time is running out for Swanley residents and people who work or visit the town to comment on Sevenoaks District Council's Swanley Parking Plan.
2003-12-12 00:00:00
Tree-cycle at Christmas
This Christmas, Sevenoaks District residents can have their Christmas trees recycled, helping reduce waste and improve the environment at the same time.
2003-12-11 00:00:00
Council Christmas opening times
Over the Christmas and New Year bank holiday period, there will be some changes to the Council’s office opening times.
2003-12-11 00:00:00
Park and shop
Sevenoaks shoppers are being encouraged to make the most of free parking at Sevenoaks School in the run up to Christmas, to get their festive shopping done in the town.
2003-12-08 00:00:00
Pay your mortgage off early with energy efficiency
Potential homebuyers in Sevenoaks District could pay off their mortgage an estimated 15 months early by choosing a home that is energy efficient and making savings of around £200 every year.
2003-12-05 00:00:00
Festive recycling campaign comes to Sevenoaks District
As part of this year's national Christmas glass recycling campaign, beginning on 5 December, Sevenoaks District Council is urging residents to make the most of the 50 bottle bank sites throughout the District.
2003-12-04 00:00:00
Royal consent for affordable housing
HRH The Princess Royal will join Cllr Donald Spence, the Chairman of Sevenoaks District Council to officially open an affordable housing project at Knights Field, Bower Lane, Eynsford on Tuesday 9 December.
2003-12-01 00:00:00
Let us help you rent out your property
Landlords who are keen to let out their property without the trouble of looking for tenants can take advantage of a scheme run by Sevenoaks District Council.
2003-11-25 00:00:00
Planners build on success
Recent figures from the planning department at Sevenoaks District Council show that it is providing a continually improving service to residents, with performance steadily increasing across the board over the course of 2003.
2003-11-24 00:00:00
Swanley parking goes under the microscope
Swanley residents and people who work in or visit the town are being asked for their views on Sevenoaks District Council’s Local Parking Plan for Swanley.
2003-11-24 00:00:00
Christmas checkups for Swanley residents
Swanley residents will be able to find out if the are fighting fit when the Healthy Lifestyles stand returns to the Asda store in Swanley, on Wednesday 3 December.
2003-11-24 00:00:00
Council's assessors deliver their findings
A group of independent assessors, who spent three days at the Council in October to see how well it provides services to local people, have delivered their findings.
2003-11-21 00:00:00
Council commits to conveniences
Sevenoaks District Council's Cabinet agreed yesterday evening (Thursday 20 November) to invest a total of £44,000 in maintaining and ensuring the security of its public toilets throughout the District.
2003-11-21 00:00:00
Working together for Sevenoaks District
Local organisations have been invited to take part in a seminar on Wednesday 26 November to discuss how best to achieve challenging targets which form part of an agreement between Kent County Council and Sevenoaks District Council.
2003-11-20 00:00:00
Council debates concessionary fares
Sevenoaks District Council debated its concessionary fares schemes at last night's Council meeting (Tuesday 18 November).
2003-11-19 00:00:00
Chairman and Vice-Chairman's engagements 18 November to 3 December
Sevenoaks District Council's Chairman and Vice-Chairman's engagements for 18 November to 3 December are listed below. For more information or to attend any of these events please call Nick Mann on 01732 227162.
2003-11-18 00:00:00
Warning issued on Chilli Pickle
The Food Standards Agency has issued a warning that a brand of chilli pickle sold in the UK contains chilli contaminated with the illegal dye Sudan 1.
2003-11-17 00:00:00
SNAP night set to go down a storm
Up and coming act Quiet Storm will be singing live on stage for young clubbers aged between 11 and 16, at the next SNAP night being held at Sevenoaks Community Centre, Cramptons Road on Saturday 29 November.
2003-11-17 00:00:00
Fundraising fun at White Oak Leisure Centre
A number of fundraising activities are taking place at White Oak Leisure Centre on Friday 21 November for this year's 'Children in Need' event.
2003-11-17 00:00:00
Taxi fares set for 2004
Sevenoaks District Council's Licensing Committee met on Thursday 13 November to decide on changes to the taxi fare structure for 2004.
2003-11-17 00:00:00
Panto fun at White Oak Leisure Centre
White Oak Leisure Centre in Swanley will be hosting an evening of family fun when the ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ Christmas pantomime takes place on 19 December.
2003-11-14 00:00:00
Clear sacks go District-wide
It is now easier for residents to obtain more clear recycling sacks. In addition to those that are delivered to their front door every 20 weeks, residents needing additional sacks can now buy them from a number of outlets across Sevenoaks District for 50
2003-11-11 00:00:00
Making the streets safer
Fifty retailers in Sevenoaks are today (Tuesday 11 Novemeber) collecting new radios as members of the newly established Sevenoaks Community Partnership Initiative.
2003-11-11 00:00:00
