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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.

High-speed rail and Eurostar fares set to be cut

02 October 2024
High-speed rail and Eurostar fares set to be cut

A rail regulator has recommended a reduction in the cost to run trains on High Speed 1 which should see ticket prices cut.

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£300k virtual reality boost to digital careers scheme

02 October 2024
£300k virtual reality boost to digital careers scheme

A charitable trust has donated £300,000 to boost the technology available for those delivering digital skills training.

Airport chief: We will maximise pipeline of local talent

02 October 2024
Airport chief: We will maximise pipeline of local talent

Bosses at Manston Airport have underlined their plans to ensure the site becomes a hub of local employment when it finally takes off again.

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Is 'nonsensical' £9bn crossing set to be scrapped?

29 September 2024
Is 'nonsensical' £9bn crossing set to be scrapped?

The future of the Lower Thames Crossing hangs in the balance as pressure grows on the government to scrap it ahead of a crunch decision this week.

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TV drama filmed in county finally hits screens

29 September 2024
TV drama filmed in county finally hits screens

A six-part TV drama which filmed in the county starts tonight with Game of Thrones star in lead role.

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Double Olympic gold star to inspire runners

29 September 2024
Double Olympic gold star to inspire runners

A double-gold winner will be officially starting a half-marathon in Kent today.

‘Proof that cash is no longer king - it’s barely even a VIP anymore’

28 September 2024
‘Proof that cash is no longer king - it’s barely even a VIP anymore’

Our columnist suggests cash has become the vinyl record of the monetary world and even bank cards are now akin to outdated CDs.

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Why Kent can bounce back after hundreds lose jobs in collapse of two firms

26 September 2024
Why Kent can bounce back after hundreds lose jobs in collapse of two firms

After almost 400 jobs in Kent were lost in a single day, experts have explained why the county’s economy is well-placed to withstand the impact.

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Could restaurant chain be saved?

25 September 2024
Could restaurant chain be saved?

Talks are taking place which could see struggling restaurant chain TGI Fridays survive in the UK.

Ex-Pfizer staff launch three new firms

25 September 2024
Ex-Pfizer staff launch three new firms

Staff previously employed by US pharmaceutical giant Pfizer have launched three new firms in the county.

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