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Chris Britcher

Chris Britcher joined the KM Group in 2018 and has worked for the local media for almost 20 years. He covers general interest features and business news.

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A truly unique offering in Kent - and amazing value too

17 October 2024
A truly unique offering in Kent - and amazing value too

Egyptian food is not something served up across Kent - but one seaside town is doing just that and our reviewer went along to check it out.

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Opening dates for new stores at Bluewater confirmed

16 October 2024
Opening dates for new stores at Bluewater confirmed

Shopping complex Bluewater has confirmed a string of new stores - and their opening dates.

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Boss of IT firm steps down as MD after 30 years

16 October 2024
Boss of IT firm steps down as MD after 30 years

It’s all change at the top of an IT firm after its founder moves over as MD to make way for his son.

Saga sets sights on cruising to profitable future

16 October 2024
Saga sets sights on cruising to profitable future

One of the county’s biggest employers is in talks to strike a big money insurance deals while its cruise business excels.

Car buying giant opens new branch

16 October 2024
Car buying giant opens new branch

A leading car-buying company has added to its branches in Kent with the opening of a new outlet.

Theme park tycoon: ‘£2.5bn London Resort dream destroyed my life’

16 October 2024
Theme park tycoon: ‘£2.5bn London Resort dream destroyed my life’

For the first time, the driving force behind a multi-billion pound theme park proposal dubbed the ‘Dartford Disneyland’ has spoken out on the saga.

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‘Isn’t it time we stop calling ourselves the Garden of England?’

12 October 2024
‘Isn’t it time we stop calling ourselves the Garden of England?’

Apparently Kent has a some negative perception issues - so is it time, asks our columnist, to lose the Garden of England catchphrase?

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‘Clumsy’ or a ‘good balance’? What new workers’ rights bill means for you

10 October 2024
‘Clumsy’ or a ‘good balance’? What new workers’ rights bill means for you

How will workers and employers be impacted by the proposed Employment Rights Bill, unveiled today by the government?

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Is axe set to finally fall on Scally’s 30 years at the Gills?

10 October 2024
Is axe set to finally fall on Scally’s 30 years at the Gills?

Paul Scally sold the Gills in 2022 - but he faces being booted off the board today after a rollercoaster career with the club.

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Holiday park loved by celeb couple gets gold rating

09 October 2024
Holiday park loved by celeb couple gets gold rating

A holiday park which last year underwent a multi-million pound upgrade, has been given the AA’s highest campsite rating.

MegaGrowth 50 returns for 2025

09 October 2024
MegaGrowth 50 returns for 2025

A list of Kent’s fastest growing companies returns for its 21st year in 2025 - here’s how your company can be included.

Plan to tackle Kent’s negative perceptions and boost visitors

09 October 2024
Plan to tackle Kent’s negative perceptions and boost visitors

Kent has plenty to offer the tourist - and thousands of jobs rely on them. Now a plan has been hatched to tackle some of the negative perceptions.

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Crisps firm renews deal with pub chain

09 October 2024
Crisps firm renews deal with pub chain

A firm which specialises in crisps with a Kentish flavour has secured a new deal with a pub chain in the county.

Shopping centre sold to major retail group

08 October 2024
Shopping centre sold to major retail group

One of the county’s major shopping centres has been snapped up just two months after going on the market for £25m.

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One of the UK's biggest planning applications ever and why it’s taking so long to decide

08 October 2024
One of the UK's biggest planning applications ever and why it’s taking so long to decide

As a decision on the Lower Thames Crossing is delayed again, why is it so expensive, will we have to pay a toll and where is the money coming from?

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Decision on £9bn Lower Thames Crossing delayed

07 October 2024
Decision on £9bn Lower Thames Crossing delayed

A decision on whether to build a new road crossing under the Thames will not be made until at least May 2025.

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‘Why did pubs not continue with table service post-Covid?’

05 October 2024
‘Why did pubs not continue with table service post-Covid?’

Our columnist rues the day pubs scrapped the post-lockdown table service option and asks who really enjoys ordering at the bar…

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Government stalls on £9bn crossing decision

04 October 2024
Government stalls on £9bn crossing decision

An expected decision on the controversial £9bn Lower Thames Crossing has been delayed yet again.

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‘I don’t think independent schools are better - but it’s important to have choice’

03 October 2024
‘I don’t think independent schools are better - but it’s important to have choice’

The new head at a £50,000-a-year boarding school reveals how it tackles social media and the proposed 20% hike in its fees.

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Pub firm toasts boost in revenues and profits

02 October 2024
Pub firm toasts boost in revenues and profits

Shepherd Neame continues to grow its bottom line - now it’s hoping the Chancellor does the right thing by the pub trade in the Budget this month.

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