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Train services ready for surge in demand

02 September 2021
Train services ready for surge in demand

As people head back to the office, Kent's rail bosses have revealed their predictions of passenger numbers and the safety steps still in place.

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Confidence up, but concerns remain

01 September 2021
Confidence up, but concerns remain

The latest survey reveals firms are feeling increasingly confident for the future - but there are still hurdles to overcome.

Art store's appeal for open day

01 September 2021
Art store's appeal for open day

Independent traders in the art sector are being invited to attend an open day event this weekend.

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Academy gets into gear to ease driver shortage

31 August 2021
Academy gets into gear to ease driver shortage

A logistics giant has launched an HGV driver academy in a bid to help ease the supply chain crisis.

£3m funding pot set to open

31 August 2021
£3m funding pot set to open

Those industries involved in the county's food and drink sector have the opportunity to secure vital cash funding.

Firm funds free spaces at show

31 August 2021
Firm funds free spaces at show

One of the county's big employers is to pay for a handful of firms to appear at a business show next month.

The Kent 'smuggler' behind Australia's £350m wine industry

31 August 2021
The Kent 'smuggler' behind Australia's £350m wine industry

From tales of smuggling to emigrating to avoid arrest - a tailor from Kent would go on to help create one of the world's biggest wine regions.

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'It was the worst festival ever'

28 August 2021
'It was the worst festival ever'

Some were great, some a crushing disappointment - we take a look back at the music festivals the county has lost over the years.

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'If people think it won't affect them, it will'

28 August 2021
'If people think it won't affect them, it will'

The lorry driver shortage crisis will have a knock-on effect at Christmas and even next Easter, it has been warned.

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Stores face another delivery strike threat

26 August 2021
Stores face another delivery strike threat

Convenience stores across the county could face disruption to deliveries if strike action is voted for by lorry drivers.

Science firm signs major deal in China

26 August 2021
Science firm signs major deal in China

A firm in the county is hoping a deal struck with a Chinese firm could open the door to a potentially lucrative new market.

Supermarket strike fear threatens more empty shelves

25 August 2021
Supermarket strike fear threatens more empty shelves

Lorry drivers at a major supermarket distribution centre are threatening strike action in a pay dispute which could result in empty shelves.

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Restaurants named among UK's top 100

24 August 2021
Restaurants named among UK's top 100

Two of the county's top eateries have secured a top 50 place in a prestigious list of the nation's best restaurants.

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How the extraordinary Houdini baffled Kent

24 August 2021
How the extraordinary Houdini baffled Kent

He is one of the most famous performers of all-time - but did you know Houdini brought his remarkable public stunts and shows to the county?

Get ready for National Hospitality Day

23 August 2021
Get ready for National Hospitality Day

Pubs, cafés, restaurants and hotels are set to unite for a special day to celebrate an industry under pressure.

Beer strike off but shortages remain

20 August 2021
Beer strike off but shortages remain

Kent's pubs say supply problems are causing the pumps to run dry - despite a feared strike by draymen being called off this morning.

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Dozens of jobs created at high street chain

20 August 2021
Dozens of jobs created at high street chain

A store with branches across the county is looking to recruit to help it cope with the post-lockdown demand.

Fine dining restaurant set to open

19 August 2021
Fine dining restaurant set to open

A new restaurant is set to open its doors later this year - creating a host of jobs in the process.

Major construction expo back for 2021

19 August 2021
Major construction expo back for 2021

One of the county's most popular business events is bouncing back after the Covid as it prepares to welcome thousands in October.

IoD puts its faith in top team

19 August 2021
IoD puts its faith in top team

A leading business organisation has appointed its latest ambassador for the county.

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