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'The situation really is serious'

18 January 2021
'The situation really is serious'

In today's podcast, hear from Medway's Dr Ranj who says hospitals are becoming overwhelmed and we all need to stick to Lockdown 3 rules.

Teens sentenced for vicious attack on student

15 January 2021
Teens sentenced for vicious attack on student

In today's podcast, hear from our reporter who was in court as two teenagers were sentenced for an attack which left a student brain-damaged.

Pub owner speaks of devastating flood

14 January 2021
Pub owner speaks of devastating flood

In today's podcast, the owner of a popular pub and zoo speaks about the damage caused by flooding following heavy rain.

Catering companies ordered to improve food hampers

13 January 2021
Catering companies ordered to improve food hampers

In today's podcast, the My Kent family editor reacts to the food hampers sent to low income families and reveals what can really be bought for £30.

'I doubted Covid was real...then it nearly killed me'

12 January 2021
'I doubted Covid was real...then it nearly killed me'

In today's podcast, hear from a Medway woman who doubted how serious coronavirus was before it left her in a coma - she's spoken from hospital.

Thousands of children in school despite lockdown

11 January 2021
Thousands of children in school despite lockdown

In today's podcast, hear from an academy trust chief exec as figures show thousands more pupils are attending school in the latest lockdown.

Councillor battling Covid describes conditions from hospital bed

08 January 2021
Councillor battling Covid describes conditions from hospital bed

In today's podcast, hear from a Dartford councillor as he battles coronavirus in hospital and a campaigner who want a Kent Test decision, soon.

'Police need to be higher up the vaccine priority list'

07 January 2021
'Police need to be higher up the vaccine priority list'

In today's podcast, hear from Kent's Police and Crime Commissioner on why he thinks officers need to be higher up the Covid vaccine priority list.

Teacher assessment to replace GCSE and A-level exams

06 January 2021
Teacher assessment to replace GCSE and A-level exams

In today's podcast, we find out about plans for students, how homeschooling is going and why 'doomscrolling' could be bad for us.

Kent reacts to Lockdown 3

05 January 2021
Kent reacts to Lockdown 3

In today's podcast, hear from an MP, student, business expert, entrepreneur and personal trainer as we go into another national lockdown.

We face 'tough tough' weeks warns PM

04 January 2021
We face 'tough tough' weeks warns PM

In today's podcast, hear from a leading headteacher and Medway GP as it's feared we could be heading towards another national lockdown.

'Shops to close again' if Covid rates don't fall

18 December 2020
'Shops to close again' if Covid rates don't fall

In today's podcast, hear from the man in charge of public health in Kent as it's understood some stores could have to shut if Covid rates don't fall.

Kent to remain in Tier 3 over Christmas

17 December 2020
Kent to remain in Tier 3 over Christmas

In today's podcast, hear the stark warning from the health secretary and a message from NHS staff as Covid cases continue to rise in Kent.

Christmas bubbles will be allowed - but is it a good idea?

16 December 2020
Christmas bubbles will be allowed - but is it a good idea?

In today's podcast, hear about some of your festive plans as the PM confirms families will be able to meet at Christmas despite rising Covid cases.

Mass roll out of coronavirus vaccine gets under way

15 December 2020
Mass roll out of coronavirus vaccine gets under way

In today's podcast, GP surgeries begin vaccinating patients against Covid-19 and hear from a woman who was wrongly diagnosed with cancer.

Should schools close early for Christmas?

14 December 2020
Should schools close early for Christmas?

In today's podcast, hear from the chair of the Kent Association of Headteachers who says school closures need considering as Covid cases rise.

Patient's fears as man with Covid is put on ward

11 December 2020
Patient's fears as man with Covid is put on ward

In today's podcast, hear from a patient who claims a hospital has 'lost control' of coronavirus and a food charity prepares for a busy Christmas.

Plan to get visitors back to Kent

10 December 2020
Plan to get visitors back to Kent

In today's podcast, hear from the chief exec of Visit Kent on a plan to get tourists back to the county in 2021.

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Teen millionaire and the secret to his success

09 December 2020
Teen millionaire and the secret to his success

In today's podcast, hear from the 17-year-old from Maidstone who is one of the world's very few self-made teen millionaires.

Great-grandad is first in Kent to get Covid vaccine

08 December 2020
Great-grandad is first in Kent to get Covid vaccine

In today's podcast, hear from an Ashford GP as a great-grandfather is the first person in the county to get the new Covid-19 vaccine.

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