http://www.secret-britain.co.uk/ Lastest News from Sevenoaks District Council en-gb Copyright 2006, Phil Hobson Sun, 19 Feb 2006 00:00:01 GMT Sun, 19 Feb 2006 00:23:13 GMT HCI Data News Feed 1.0 http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/december/2056.asp Wickes in Otford Road, Sevenoaks has been successfully prosecuted by Sevenoaks District Council for causing a disturbance to nearby residents after it was found guilty of using its rear yard outside its permitted hours. Thu, 22 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/december/2049.asp Residents are being warned about unpasteurised cheese and butter produced by Laiterie Fromagerie du Val d'Ay-Etablissement REAUX that could potentially be contaminated with Escherichia coli 026. Wed, 21 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/december/2046.asp Sevenoaks District Council has proposed a draft budget of £16.7 million for the coming financial year that, despite financial pressures outside its control, will not involve a reduction in key front line services or a significant increase in Council Fri, 16 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/december/2047.asp At a time of the year when more waste is discarded than ever, residents of the District are being reminded of the importance of recycling. Fri, 16 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/december/2045.asp Residents who are thinking of buying a mini-motor bike as a Christmas present are being reminded about restrictions on their use. Wed, 14 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/december/2044.asp Over the Christmas and New Year holiday period there will be some changes to the Council's domestic refuse and recycling and garden waste collection days. Mon, 12 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/december/2040.asp Sevenoaks District Council’s CCTV cameras and the ‘shop safe’ scheme, managed by the Community Partnership Initiative, helped North Kent Police make a record six arrests in the space of little over five hours on one day last month. Thu, 08 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/december/2039.asp Following the airing of BBC One's "Real story" last Monday (5 December 2005), Sevenoaks District Council has received a number of calls and e-mails from residents concerned that the material they put out for recycling is being shipped overseas for landfil Wed, 07 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/december/2037.asp Sevenoaks District residents who enjoy walking have the chance to take part in a free course early next year to help them inform others on the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/december/2038.asp Swanley youngsters can get 2006 off to a healthy start when an exciting new RnB and hip-hop dance project is launched in the town later this month. Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/november/2032.asp Sevenoaks District Council’s work to improve the environment came to fruition earlier this month when two Council representatives went to the House of Commons to collect a top award. Mon, 28 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/november/2033.asp Young clubbers in Sevenoaks can see all girl group Cookie when the latest SNAP night comes to Sevenoaks on Saturday 10 December. Mon, 28 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/november/2017.asp Sevenoaks District Council's latest Statement of Accounts is now available for residents to view. Fri, 18 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/november/2012.asp Four Swanley residents are celebrating after they became the first walkers to cross the finishing line in the popular Swanley Health Walk scheme. Wed, 16 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/november/2013.asp A Swanley resident was found guilty yesterday (Tuesday 15 November) at Maidstone Crown Court of falsely claiming almost £11,000 in benefit that he was not entitled to. Wed, 16 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/november/2000.asp The Lord Lieutenant of Kent, Allan Willett CMG, toured Swanley yesterday (Thursday 10 November 2005) to see first hand local projects and to thank in person representatives of voluntary organisations for their dedicated community work. Fri, 11 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/november/1987.asp Work by the Community Safety Partnership to tackle the illegal use of drugs was reviewed recently (27 October) at a meeting of its Substance Misuse Task Group. Wed, 09 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/november/1988.asp Local landlords are being offered the chance to find out about new housing rules that come into effect from next April at a free public meeting later this month. Wed, 09 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/november/1968.asp Sevenoaks District Community Safety Partnership has won the first ever Government News Network South East region communication awards for the best strategy launch. Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/november/1969.asp A report that sets out how Sevenoaks District Council achieves value for money for local taxpayers has been submitted to Central Government as part of a national assessment of all councils. Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1965.asp Sevenoaks District Council’s CCTV cameras have again been instrumental in the fight against crime after their footage helped the police charge two people in connection with an incident on Monday 10 October. Mon, 31 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1966.asp The Lord Lieutenant of Kent, Allan Willett CMG, will be visiting Swanley on Thursday 10 November 2005 to see progress on local projects and to thank representatives of voluntary organisations for the dedicated work they do for the community. Mon, 31 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1962.asp A 16 year old Swanley resident has been successfully prosecuted by Kent Police for riding a mini-motor bike with no crash helmet, number plate, licence or insurance in Lynden Way, Swanley. Fri, 28 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1961.asp Children from Chevening Primary School in Sevenoaks will have a novel way of getting to school from Wednesday 2 November when they can join the new walking bus. Thu, 27 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1957.asp In the last year, Sevenoaks District residents have, according to the latest figures, made their biggest ever savings in energy use since monitoring began a decade ago. Wed, 26 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1955.asp Residents of Sevenoaks can have their say on the issues that are important to them when the Sevenoaks Forum meets on Wednesday 2 November. Tue, 25 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1956.asp Sevenoaks District Council's staff and Members 'wore it pink' last Friday (21 October 2005) to help raise money for the Breast Cancer Campaign. Tue, 25 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1951.asp Sevenoaks District Council’s Chairman, Cllr Ian Bosley, is appealing to the local community for their generous support for the Royal British Legion’s ‘Poppy appeal’. Mon, 24 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1952.asp Operation Cubit has just had one of its most successful weeks ever following a five day blitz on untaxed and abandoned vehicles in an area stretching from Swanley to New Ash Green. Mon, 24 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1950.asp Residents are being urged to put safety first this coming bonfire night. The following tips will help keep residents both safe and legal. Fri, 21 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1944.asp The Council’s popular ‘Public Access for Planning’ area of its website has been upgraded to provide an even better service to local people. Tue, 18 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1946.asp Pupils at a Swanley primary school were rewarded last week for their efforts in a pilot project aimed at improving eating habits in a fun and interactive way. Tue, 18 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1947.asp Young clubbers in Swanley are in for a treat when hot new four piece girl group Crazy Dolls appear live at the next SNAP club night on Thursday 27 October. Tue, 18 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1939.asp An 18 year old Horton Kirby resident will find out more about politics and community issues when he attends a democracy conference with the Leader of Sevenoaks District Council on Thursday 20 October. Fri, 14 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1936.asp Sevenoaks District's landlords are being encouraged to take advantage of energy conservation grants that could help improve their properties, save their tenants money and reduce harmful carbon emissions that contribute to global warming. Thu, 13 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1937.asp Local reporters are invited to a 'Green Cone' trial introduction night on Thursday 20 October 2005 at Riverhead Parish Village Hall, Amherst Hill from 6pm where they can find out how household waste could be reduced in future. Thu, 13 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1935.asp Local people from across Sevenoaks District were rewarded for making their gardens more wildlife friendly last Thursday (29 September) as part of Sevenoaks District Council's 'Gardening for Wildlife' award scheme. Mon, 10 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1934.asp A planning application to redevelop Horton Kirby Paper Mill in South Darenth was made valid yesterday (Thursday 6 October 2005) by Sevenoaks District Council. Fri, 07 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1933.asp Sports, games and activities will be on offer for local residents when World Mental Health Day is celebrated for the first time ever in Edenbridge Leisure Centre on Monday 10 October. Wed, 05 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1931.asp Local wildlife will be getting a helping hand when a new nature area is created in the grounds of a Hextable School Mon, 03 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/october/1932.asp Sevenoaks District Council employees took a quick coffee break and helped raised a record total of £645.50 for Macmillan Cancer Research on Friday 30 September. Mon, 03 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1926.asp A review into Hextable's electoral arrangements will be carried out between now and next spring to determine whether or not Sevenoaks District Council should recommend to central Government that the village have its own parish council. Fri, 30 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1927.asp An Underriver man has been ordered by Sevenoaks Magistrates' Court to clean up his land after an unsuccessful appeal against a notice issued by Sevenoaks District Council. Fri, 30 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1923.asp Local people will be rewarded for making their gardens more wildlife friendly at a Wildlife Gardening Celebration Evening to be held this Thursday (29 September) at Sevenoaks Community Centre. Wed, 28 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1924.asp Young people involved in an innovative democracy project in the district have launched a campaign to remind 16 to 18 year olds of the importance of being on the electoral register so they can vote in a future election. Wed, 28 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1918.asp A Swanley benefit cheat has been successfully prosecuted by Sevenoaks District Council for illegally claiming in excess of £3,500 that she was not entitled to. Fri, 23 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1919.asp Local people will have the chance to learn more about physical and mental health when World Mental Health Day is celebrated in Edenbridge for the first time ever on 10 October. Fri, 23 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1920.asp Concerns over the future of Sevenoaks Tourist Information Centre have been allayed after it was found a new home in the town centre. Fri, 23 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1921.asp Pupils at a Swanley primary school are taking part in a pilot project to improve their eating habits in a fun and interactive way. Fri, 23 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1915.asp Travellers who moved on to Deer's Leap in Four Elms last weekend, were persuaded to move off the land by Sevenoaks District Council within a day of occupying the site. Tue, 20 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1916.asp The horticultural efforts of pupils and teachers at Hever Primary School will be rewarded this Thursday (22 September) when they are presented with a wildlife garden planter. Tue, 20 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1909.asp A formal request by Hextable Residents’ Association to form a separate parish council for Hextable will come under the spotlight when Sevenoaks District Council's Electoral Arrangements Committee meets later this month. Thu, 15 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1910.asp Local voluntary and charitable organisations are being invited to apply for grant funding to help them with their work over the next financial year. Thu, 15 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1907.asp From 15 September voter registration forms are being sent to households throughout the area by Sevenoaks District Council. Mon, 12 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1906.asp Young clubbers in Sevenoaks can go into orbit when DJ Ignition and Warehouse play the next SNAP club night on Saturday 17 September 2005. Fri, 09 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1903.asp Sevenoaks District Council has won a top award in an international campaign which recognises the environmental work of councils, companies and communities. Wed, 07 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1904.asp New Ash Green residents will soon be able to find out first hand about the latest proposals to improve their village centre when a newsletter outlining the current situation is delivered to homes during September. Wed, 07 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1905.asp Sevenoaks District residents have been rewarded for their green-fingered efforts as part of a popular scheme aimed at making local gardens more tempting for native wildlife. Wed, 07 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/september/1902.asp A new agreement that sets out how Sevenoaks District Council and West Kent Housing Association will work together for the benefit of the whole community will be formally signed at 2pm on Wednesday 7 September 2005. Mon, 05 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1899.asp Underriver resident David Leafe has been ordered to pay more than £15,000 by Sevenoaks Magistrates' court after he repeatedly breached a planning condition relating to the occupation of a local rural property. Wed, 31 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1900.asp Its been a record breaking summer for Sevenoaks District Council's ever popular Youth Zone as nearly 1,300 young people attended this summer's programme making it the most successful yet! Wed, 31 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1898.asp Sevenoaks District residents will be put at the heart of the Council's services when new customer standards come into effect on Thursday 1 September that set out the level of service local people can expect from the authority. Tue, 30 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1892.asp The overall performance of Sevenoaks District Council is continuing to make steady improvement according to year end monitoring results that have just been released. Fri, 26 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1897.asp Sevenoaks District residents are being asked for their views on draft proposals to improve air quality in five areas that exceed Government air pollution targets. Fri, 26 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1889.asp Young people in the District have been finding out more about local government and the democratic process as part of Sevenoaks District Council’s innovative ‘Generation X’ project. Thu, 25 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1888.asp Residents of Sevenoaks District can now take advantage of a new Council A to Z publication that lists all the local services that are provided for them by a whole range of organisations. Mon, 22 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1882.asp Sevenoaks District Council’s ever popular Youth Zone was celebrating this week as it welcomed its 1,000th visitor of the summer. Thu, 18 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1883.asp Sevenoaks District Council is looking to appoint an independent member of the public to its Standards Committee to help ensure both its councillors and local parish councillors work to the high ethical standards expected of them by the public. Thu, 18 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1881.asp A famous Sevenoaks landmark is set to be preserved for future generations after being named as a listed building following an application from Sevenoaks Town Council. Tue, 16 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1877.asp Recently published figures from the Government show that Sevenoaks District Council is one of Kent’s most successful authorities when it comes to defending its decisions at planning appeals. Mon, 15 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1878.asp A local resident could be celebrating as the Sevenoaks District Council’s Youth Zone hopes to welcome its 1,000 visitor today (Monday 15 August) at the Youth Zone event at Weald Village Green. Mon, 15 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1879.asp Thirty-four young people from Swanley enjoyed three days of fun at Hall's Green Residential Centre in Sevenoaks Weald from Monday 8 August. Mon, 15 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1880.asp Due to the August Bank Holiday, black refuse and clear recycling sacks together with  green waste collections will be one-day later than usual during the week starting Monday 29 August. Mon, 15 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1872.asp Every pub, club and all but one of the District's off licenses will be able to trade as normal in the run up to Christmas as they have all applied to have their licenses renewed by the 6 August deadline. Tue, 09 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1874.asp A new recycling site has been added in the Bat and Ball area of Sevenoaks to make recycling easier for local residents. Tue, 09 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1869.asp Older people in Sevenoaks District have the unique chance to see a popular musical performance completely free of charge next month. Fri, 05 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1870.asp Residents can find out for themselves about the first year's success of the District's Community Plan by picking up a copy of the 'Making it happen – together' annual progress report that was published today (Friday 5 August 2005). Fri, 05 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1871.asp Sevenoaks District Council will be hoping to celebrate after being shortlisted as finalists for the prestigious Green Apple Environment Awards, an international campaign to find the greenest companies, councils, communities and countries. Fri, 05 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1867.asp Eight year old Amy Critcher from Dunton Green was recently presented with a state-of-the-art MP3 player after she won a prize draw for local school children who completed a survey to help develop the District's new Young People’s Action Plan. Wed, 03 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1863.asp Sevenoaks District Council has simplified many of its planning charges for copies of its planning documents and research of planning histories with some now free of charge. Tue, 02 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1864.asp Monitoring information gathered from the last year of the Young People’s Action Plan, which consists of a number of innovative projects aimed at young people in the District, shows that the Plan has been a great success Tue, 02 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1865.asp A Riverhead resident pleaded guilty yesterday (Monday 1 August 2005) to claiming almost £1,500 in benefits that he was not entitled to at a hearing at Sevenoaks Magistrates' Court. Tue, 02 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1866.asp Recycling should soon become easier for Westerham residents when the town’s existing recycling sites are combined into one larger site during August. Tue, 02 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/august/1862.asp Sevenoaks District Council is helping the developing world enter the information age whilst saving tax payers' money at the same time by recycling old computer equipment that it no longer uses. Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1857.asp Sevenoaks District residents proved they are amongst the most green thinking people in the country by meeting in full a challenging recycling target set by Government a full 10 months ahead of schedule. Thu, 28 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1854.asp Sevenoaks District Council's Chairman, Cllr Ian Bosley, will be joining other dignitaries to mark the opening of a new cycle path which runs from Tonbridge to Penshurst. The ceremony will be held at Tonbridge Castle on 27 July 2005 at 10.30am. Tue, 26 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1855.asp Residents in Sevenoaks District will soon benefit from a range of community safety devices thanks to the Sevenoaks District Community Safety Partnership. Tue, 26 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1856.asp Tramps the Jack Russell Terrier was reunited with his owner last Thursday (21 July) after he was stolen from St Pauls Cray earlier in the week. Mon, 25 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1852.asp Anyone affected by the new licensing laws who have not applied to the District Council to have their licenses renewed are being urged to do so with the deadline date just over two weeks away. Fri, 22 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1849.asp Ash-cum-Ridley, Leigh and Swanley will be the latest town and parish councils to be given new graffiti removal kits to help clean up their areas when they are handed out on Wednesday 20 July 2005. Wed, 20 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1846.asp Pupils at schools around the Sevenoaks District will be cashing in for completing a survey on what they like to do in their spare time. One pupil at every Primary school who took part in the consultation to develop a new Young Person's Action Plan, has wo Fri, 15 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1845.asp Recently published figures by the Government show that Sevenoaks is one of the country's top ten most efficient District Councils. Thu, 14 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1844.asp Summer has finally arrived, and with it comes the return of the Council's Youth Zone, which is set to provide fun and games for young people aged eight and above. Throughout the summer months, the Youth Zone will be visiting more than 20 towns and village Wed, 13 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1842.asp Sevenoaks District Council's CCTV system highlighted how effective it can be in the fight against crime when it helped the police make three arrests in separate incidents yesterday (Wednesday 6 July 2005). Fri, 08 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1836.asp Following an extensive public consultation exercise earlier this year, further steps are being taken to improve New Ash Green Village Centre after the Centre’s owners appointed consultants to see how it could be improved in the future. Wed, 06 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1835.asp Employees in Sevenoaks District are being shown how to reduce the chance of suffering back injuries at work as part of the Backs! 2005 Campaign which is being run by the Health and Safety Executive. Tue, 05 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/july/1834.asp The Sevenoaks District Community Plan is delivering improvement to local residents’ quality of life according to an end of year assessment of the Plan. Mon, 04 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/june/1830.asp Residents interested in finding out about Sevenoaks District Council's performance over the course of the last year and the targets set for the next three years, can read its newly published Corporate Performance Plan. Wed, 29 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/june/1827.asp Sevenoaks District Council's planning department has been told by Central Government that is one of a small number of local authorities that have made significant improvements in its service in the past year. Tue, 28 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/june/1828.asp Mabel and Lucy, two Jack Russell terriers were feeling extremely ruff after getting stuck under a shed in Fawkham, until they were rescued by the Council. Tue, 28 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/june/1826.asp Residents who are due to have their refuse collected on Monday 27 June are being asked to put their black and clear sacks and garden waste out by 6am, an hour earlier than usual. Tue, 21 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/june/1775.asp Primary school children in the Sevenoaks District are being invited to take part in an innovative survey to teach them about the impact school traffic has on the environment. Mon, 20 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/june/1766.asp Following requests and complaints from local people to better enforce double yellow lines on Sundays, Sevenoaks District Council will be stepping up its Parking Attendant patrols during the summer. Thu, 16 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/june/1765.asp Local publicans, restaurant managers and anyone affected by new licensing laws who have not applied to the District Council to have their licences renewed are being urged to do so as the deadline date approaches. Tue, 14 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/june/1764.asp The Chairman of Sevenoaks District Council, Cllr Ian Bosley, will visit Downsview School in Swanley on Monday 13 June 2005 at 11am, to talk to the pupils about Citizenship and the relevance and importance of the Council. Wed, 08 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/june/1763.asp Two new state-of-the-art recycling vehicles were recently delivered to Sevenoaks District Council to help it keep up with demand as residents choose to recycle more and more of their household and garden waste. Tue, 07 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/june/1760.asp Recently released crime statistics show that Sevenoaks District had the lowest recorded number of crimes in the whole of Kent last year. Mon, 06 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/june/1761.asp Riverhead Infants’ School will be attempting to enter the record books when it takes part in the national longest walking bus event, which will take to the road at 10am on 15 June. Mon, 06 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/may/1753.asp Young clubbers in Swanley have a chance to see the garage and hip-hop collective Raw T and DJ Ignition at the next SNAP club night on Thursday 2 June 2005. Wed, 25 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/may/1751.asp Local residents have a chance to learn more about the history of Knole House in Sevenoaks, one of the largest private houses in the UK, with two illustrated talks taking place in June at Sevenoaks Library. Thu, 19 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/may/1750.asp Parents who have pupils at Edenbridge Primary School are being encouraged to support a new 'walking bus' project in the town to enable local children to improve their health whilst getting to school via an environmentally friendly form of transport. Wed, 18 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/may/1748.asp Local residents, community groups and organisations are coming together to celebrate the successes of the Swanley - People First programme, which has helped develop numerous community based projects over the past four years. Mon, 16 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/may/1746.asp Young people in the district are being asked for their views on the towns and villages they live in and the issues that affect them as part of Sevenoaks District Council’s new Young People’s Action Plan. Fri, 13 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/may/1743.asp Sevenoaks District Council has a new leader and a new Cabinet following last night's annual meeting of the Council (Tuesday 10 May 2005). Wed, 11 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/may/1744.asp Cllr Ian Bosley, Member for Fawkham and West Kingsdown, has been elected as the new Chairman of Sevenoaks District Council. Wed, 11 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/may/1745.asp Sevenoaks District residents have until the end of the month to enter their gardens in the Council’s free ‘Gardening for Wildlife’ award scheme 2005. Wed, 11 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/may/1742.asp Sevenoaks District Council has a new face to help encourage young people to take a greater interest in local and national democracy. Mon, 09 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/may/1737.asp Young clubbers have a chance to see up-and-coming hip hop artist Shiloh at the next SNAP club night on Saturday 14 May 2005. Wed, 04 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/APRIL/1735.asp A crackdown on anti-social behaviour in Swanley by the Sevenoaks District Community Safety Partnership has resulted in three people being arrested in the last fortnight and a further 20 residents being written to warning that their behaviour will not be t Fri, 29 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/APRIL/1729.asp Benefits fraudsters have been sent further warning following another successful prosecution by Sevenoaks District Council. Wed, 27 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/april/1091.asp Swanley residents are set to continue to benefit from one-to-one healthy lifestyle advice, following the success of a three month pilot project called ‘Get Sorted’. Tue, 12 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/april/1089.asp New Ash Green residents have the opportunity to shape possible improvements to the village centre when a 'Planning for Real' consultation exercise takes place in the village on 23 and 27 April. Fri, 08 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/april/1090.asp The candidates for the forthcoming District Council by-election in Kemsing and the Kent County Council electoral divisions that cover Sevenoaks District were announced on Thursday 7 April 2005. Fri, 08 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/april/1088.asp Edenbridge residents are being given free support to stop smoking as part of a new healthy lifestyle initiative being set up in the area by South West Kent Primary Care Trust and Sevenoaks District Council. Wed, 06 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1087.asp The achievements of local voluntary groups and parish councils will be celebrated at a special reception at the Alexandra Suite, Swanley on Tuesday 5 April from 1.30pm. Thu, 31 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1086.asp The A225 Tonbridge Road in Sevenoaks reopened today (Thursday 24 March) at 10am following emergency repairs by Kent Highways. Thu, 24 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1084.asp Council leader to step down Wed, 23 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1085.asp New parking arrangements in Swanley aimed at making more spaces available for the town's shoppers and local residents will come into effect from early April 2005. Wed, 23 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1082.asp The A225 Tonbridge Road in Sevenoaks will be closed from its junction with Oak Lane to Solefields Road on Tuesday 22 March at 10am while Kent Highways carries out emergency repairs. Tue, 22 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1083.asp New Ash Green residents will soon be able to comment on how their village retail centre could be regenerated after Sevenoaks District Council agreed to work with the centre's owners to find out local people's views on any future development. Tue, 22 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1054.asp An eighty-four year old Sevenoaks town resident proved that it is never too late to learn when she recently passed a national Foundation Certificated in Food Hygiene. Mon, 21 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1080.asp Copies of Sevenoaks District Council's Countryside Character Assessment, that sets out how the District's rural areas should be managed in the future, are now available for residents and businesses. Mon, 21 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1081.asp A plan developed by the Sevenoaks District Community Safety Partnership to tackle crime and the fear of crime over the next three years was approved by Sevenoaks District Council's Cabinet last Thursday (17 March 2005). Mon, 21 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1072.asp Forty-four local voluntary and community groups are set to benefit from more than a quarter of a million pounds in grant funding to help them with their important work. Fri, 18 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1053.asp Joyce Course, District Councillor for Kemsing between 1991 and 1995 and continuously since January 1998, has resigned and leaves a vacancy on the District Council. Thu, 17 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1052.asp Local people will soon be able to report highways problems and have all their highways questions answered in one place when Kent Highways Services, a part of Kent County Council, takes overall responsibility for the service. Wed, 16 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1051.asp With the countdown to the first day of spring fast approaching, Sevenoaks District residents will soon have the chance to take part in the ‘Gardening for Wildlife’ award scheme, which aims to make local gardens more tempting for native wildlif Mon, 14 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1079.asp A new initiative aimed at preventing youth offending will be launched on 17 March at Sevenoaks District Council's Offices at Argyle Road, Sevenoaks. Mon, 14 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1050.asp Local residents can have their say on the future of the Horton Kirby Paper Mill located in the heart of South Darenth at a public exhibition later this month. Wed, 09 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1048.asp During the Easter and May bank holidays, there will be some changes to refuse collection times throughout Sevenoaks District. Mon, 07 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1049.asp Over the Easter and May bank holiday periods, there will be some changes to the Council’s opening times. Mon, 07 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/march/1078.asp Arrangements have now been made for the planning and benefits surgeries in Edenbridge following the closure of the local office on 24 March. Mon, 07 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/february/1071.asp To celebrate Fairtrade Fortnight, which runs from 1 to 13 March, Sevenoaks Soroptimists will be displaying fair trade products in Blighs Meadow on Saturday 5 March from 9am to 1pm. Mon, 28 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/february/1077.asp Local youth groups who would like to take advantage of free self-catering accommodation at the popular Halls Green Activity Centre in Weald are being urged to book spaces now for 2006 to avoid disappointment. Mon, 28 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/february/1046.asp Sevenoaks District Council has successfully prosecuted a Swanley resident for illegally claiming Housing and Council Tax benefit. Wed, 23 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/february/1047.asp Last night (Tuesday 22 February 2005) Sevenoaks District Councillors agreed a band D Council Tax of £145.80 for the coming year at the meeting of the Council. Wed, 23 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/february/1045.asp Local youth groups are being reminded that they can take advantage of subsidised minibus travel to help them get to and from leisure activities both in and outside Sevenoaks District. Tue, 22 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/february/1036.asp From 8 March 2005 the regular fortnightly 'drop in' planning surgery held at Swanley Library and Information Centre will be changing from Wednesdays to Tuesdays. Mon, 14 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/february/1076.asp Repairs and improvements to Sevenoaks town's footpaths and water mains and the demolition of two buildings for development will begin on Monday 28 February. Mon, 14 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/february/1035.asp Residents in Sevenoaks District are being asked for their views on local issues and facilities to help shape the Council's planning policies for the next 15 years. Fri, 04 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/february/1070.asp Young clubbers are invited to the Valentines SNAP dance night on Saturday 12 February when chart topping band Triple 8 and DJ Ignition will be performing. Thu, 03 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/february/1069.asp West Kent Housing Association, Kent County Council Social Services and Sevenoaks District Council are reassuring local residents and parents with children at Dunton Green Primary School that they have nothing to fear from local 'Move on' accommodation. Tue, 01 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/january/1044.asp Swanley residents who want to improve their health are invited to White Oak Leisure Centre on Saturday 12 February 2005 to sample a range of free taster sessions. Mon, 31 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/january/1068.asp Walking to school for Riverhead and Amherst pupils is set to become safer thanks to a new 'Walk to School' leaflet that will be soon given out to parents. Tue, 25 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/january/1075.asp Local landlords, letting agents and anyone thinking of letting property can get free advice and tips on the private rented housing market at an open meeting on Wednesday 9 February 2005. Tue, 25 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/january/1043.asp New on-street parking charges, intended to improve the turnover of town-centre parking spaces, will come into effect from the end of the month in Sevenoaks town centre. Mon, 24 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/january/1067.asp Molly, a four-year old Pomeranian dog was reunited with her owner nine months after she was stolen from her home in Benfleet in Essex. Mon, 24 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/january/1066.asp Two unused plots of land in Leigh and Hartley could soon provide much needed housing for local people after Sevenoaks District Council agreed to sell them to West Kent Housing Association for development. Fri, 21 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/january/1074.asp Following an extensive analysis into future options for Lullingstone Park Visitor Centre, Sevenoaks District Council's Cabinet decided last night (Thursday 20 January 2005), to close the facility to the public in early April. Fri, 21 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/january/1065.asp Pensioners advised to check they're not paying too much Council Tax Tue, 18 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/january/1073.asp Local residents are being asked for their views on how crime and disorder should be tackled locally by commenting on a new action plan, which sets out how to make Sevenoaks District a safer place to live. Wed, 12 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/january/1042.asp Swanley residents who are keen to get 2005 off to a healthy start can benefit from a New Year initiative organised by the Swanley Healthy Lifestyles Project and Sencio Community Leisure. Tue, 11 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2005/january/1064.asp The New Year brings with it a new route for Swanley's popular Health Walks with Swanley Library and Information Centre on St Mary’s Road becoming the start and finishing point. Tue, 11 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT