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What problems will Labour face as it takes control?

24 May 2023
What problems will Labour face as it takes control?

As Labour prepares to take the reins at Medway Council, an outgoing Tory councillor has speculated on the challenges it now faces.

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‘Bully’ threw scissors at partner and locked her in flat

24 May 2023
‘Bully’ threw scissors at partner and locked her in flat

A 44-year-old man who locked his girlfriend in their flat, threw things at her and didn’t let her leave without him, has been jailed.

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Plans to rebuild pub destroyed by fire submitted

23 May 2023
Plans to rebuild pub destroyed by fire submitted

The next step towards rebuilding an 11th-century pub which was partially destroyed during a late night fire has started.

'What's that noise?' Explosion warning across north Kent

23 May 2023
'What's that noise?' Explosion warning across north Kent

People in part of the county could hear and feel vibrations from explosions for two days as the Ministry of Defence tests armed services equipment.

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Police hunt after stranger takes pictures and approaches four children

22 May 2023
Police hunt after stranger takes pictures and approaches four children

Officers want to speak to the driver of a black Mercedes after a group of schoolchildren were approached by a stranger.

Town centre chip shop closes

22 May 2023
Town centre chip shop closes

Customers of a once popular chip shop have been left shocked after it was suddenly boarded up and closed.

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Man charged after nine people attacked

19 May 2023
Man charged after nine people attacked

A 26-year-old man has appeared in court charged with violent offences after multiple people were attacked in the county.

New Tory leaders announced

19 May 2023
New Tory leaders announced

A new leader and deputy leader of a Conservative group in the county have been chosen after they lost control of the council.

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MP introduces bill to ban violent passengers from flying

19 May 2023
MP introduces bill to ban violent passengers from flying

An MP has introduced a new bill in an attempt to prevent increase numbers of disruptive passengers from getting any worse.

‘Amazing’ young man was found dead at car park

19 May 2023
‘Amazing’ young man was found dead at car park

A 30-year-old man who was found dead in the early hours died from multiple injuries, an inquest has heard.

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Young group arrested after cars set alight

18 May 2023
Young group arrested after cars set alight

Two teenage girls, a boy and a 20-year-old man have been arrested after three early morning car fires.

‘Disgraceful’ – 1,550 health workers to miss out on NHS pay rise

18 May 2023
‘Disgraceful’ – 1,550 health workers to miss out on NHS pay rise

Staff from a healthcare organisation are set to miss out on a vital pay award despite being on similar contracts as NHS staff.

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Mum died from gunshot wound to the head

18 May 2023
Mum died from gunshot wound to the head

A 36-year-old mum-of-two who was fatally wounded after being shot by her partner died from her injuries in hospital, an inquest has heard.

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Former MP says poorer families ‘shouldn’t make a cheese sandwich if they can’t afford it’

16 May 2023
Former MP says poorer families ‘shouldn’t make a cheese sandwich if they can’t afford it’

The ex-Tory MP told families to “live within their means” during a debate on the rising cost of food and drink products.

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McDonald’s boss says PC was shown CCTV of killer cop

16 May 2023
McDonald’s boss says PC was shown CCTV of killer cop

A misconduct hearing has heard a McDonald’s boss claim he showed a Met Police officer footage of murderer Wayne Couzens in his car flashing staff.

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Serial predator could soon be eligible for day release

16 May 2023
Serial predator could soon be eligible for day release

A man who raped a woman just one day after be released from prison for sexual offences is set to be moved to an open prison.

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Officer ‘missed chance’ to arrest killer cop hours before he murdered Sarah Everard

15 May 2023
Officer ‘missed chance’ to arrest killer cop hours before he murdered Sarah Everard

A police officer turned OnlyFans creator is facing an investigation over concerns she “missed the opportunity” to arrest killer cop Wayne Couzens.

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Town centre dessert shop on the market for £1M

15 May 2023
Town centre dessert shop on the market for £1M

A town centre dessert cafe which has been shut for years has been put up for sale for an eye-watering sum.

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Balaclava-clad thieves jailed after stealing £30k worth of phones and tablets

15 May 2023
Balaclava-clad thieves jailed after stealing £30k worth of phones and tablets

Four men who ransacked a phone shop and were arrested within the hour have been jailed for nearly 10 years.

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Historic night as Labour take majority control of council for first time

05 May 2023
Historic night as Labour take majority control of council for first time

A dominant Labour performance saw them take majority control of Medway Council for the first time.

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