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'Nando's vouchers for good attendance? What a terrible idea'

13 December 2022
'Nando's vouchers for good attendance? What a terrible idea'

In the age of Covid and Strep A, attendance awards are one of the worst school policies, writes columnist Lauren Abbott.

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Am I liable if someone falls on a path I've cleared?

12 December 2022
Am I liable if someone falls on a path I've cleared?

As the icy snap continues here's what the law says about clearing ice or snow from paths while councils ask that salt bins be left for public use.

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Toxic grit and other winter hazards vets say make animals ill

12 December 2022
Toxic grit and other winter hazards vets say make animals ill

The British Veterinary Association is urging pet owners to protect animals from the dangers posed by the current cold snap and here's its advice.

Days left to use Second Class post as backlogs build

09 December 2022
Days left to use Second Class post as backlogs build

Strike action by Royal Mail workers is reportedly leading to a backlog of deliveries with final Christmas posting dates now just days away.

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England's deep freeze will continue into next week warns Met Office

09 December 2022
England's deep freeze will continue into next week warns Met Office

England's Arctic blast shows no signs of relenting with the Met Office now warning of snow in its forecast for southern areas of the UK.

Supermarket recalls mince pies because they may contain plastic

09 December 2022
Supermarket recalls mince pies because they may contain plastic

One of the UK's biggest retailers has been forced to recall three different varieties of mince pie over fears the food may contain pieces of plastic.

Who will get cold weather payments when temperatures plummet?

08 December 2022
Who will get cold weather payments when temperatures plummet?

With Kent entering a severe cold snap the icy weather could trigger cold weather payments but who is entitled to extra cash and how do you get it?

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First King Charles 50p enters circulation and here's how to get one

08 December 2022
First King Charles 50p enters circulation and here's how to get one

The first coins featuring the face of King Charles will begin appearing in people's change but how can you be among the first to get one?

500 gritters on standby as cold snap moves in

07 December 2022
500 gritters on standby as cold snap moves in

National Highways says a fleet of more than 500 gritters is ready to treat England's motorways and A-roads as the severe cold weather arrives.

The Kent driving test centres to be affected by strike action

07 December 2022
The Kent driving test centres to be affected by strike action

Driving test examiners across the UK have announced a series of strikes for December and January and here's when Kent's learners will be affected.

December's full 'Cold' Moon to be visible as temperatures fall

07 December 2022
December's full 'Cold' Moon to be visible as temperatures fall

The last full Moon of 2022 - aptly named a Cold Moon - will be visible above Kent as temperatures plummet below freezing and here's how to see it.

Severe cold warning for Kent residents...but what's the advice?

06 December 2022
Severe cold warning for Kent residents...but what's the advice?

Bitterly cold weather and freezing temperatures are on their way but what is the official advice for the icy snap ahead?

Thousands of Christmas train services set to be cancelled

06 December 2022
Thousands of Christmas train services set to be cancelled

Thousands of train services face cancellations in the coming weeks thanks to further strikes by the RMT and here's when disruption is expected.

'Christmas Eve boxes should be banned – what a waste of money!'

06 December 2022
'Christmas Eve boxes should be banned – what a waste of money!'

Columnist Lauren Abbott says Christmas Eve boxes are just another way of making parents spend money and are unnecessary.

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Cold weather alert issued - with -10C possible

05 December 2022
Cold weather alert issued - with -10C possible

A cold weather alert has been issued for the whole of England with lows of -10C possible in some areas by the end of the week, warns the Met Office.

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The signs and symptoms of Strep A infection

05 December 2022
The signs and symptoms of Strep A infection

Parents are being told to trust their judgement if their child is unwell after the deaths of six children and a steep rise in Strep A infections.

Second Harry Potter themed coin goes on sale

05 December 2022
Second Harry Potter themed coin goes on sale

The second coin in an exclusive Harry Potter collection has been released by the Royal Mint and this time features the Hogwarts Express.

Football-related insurance claims jumped during 2018 World Cup

04 December 2022
Football-related insurance claims jumped during 2018 World Cup

Enthusiastic England fans showing-off their football skills caused a rise in accidental damage claims during the last World Cup, says an insurer.

28 Elf on the Shelf ideas

01 December 2022
28 Elf on the Shelf ideas

Homes across Kent have been invaded by a contingent of pint-sized pixies - here's a guide to some of the mischief you should be prepared for.

Clean your feeders asks RSPCA as calls about sick birds soar

30 November 2022
Clean your feeders asks RSPCA as calls about sick birds soar

The RSPCA is pleading with homes to regularly clean garden feeders and water bowls over fears that birds will pick up fatal diseases this winter.

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