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The scientists who created the world's strongest gin

The scientists who created the world's strongest gin

15 August 2021

From an idea on a kitchen table to international success, a gin distillery in Kent is celebrating a decade in the business.

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KFC warns of menu shortages

KFC warns of menu shortages

12 August 2021

One of the UK's most popular food chains has issued a warning to customers over food shortages and packaging problems.

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Morrisons to close on Boxing Day

Morrisons to close on Boxing Day

10 August 2021

One of the UK's largest supermarkets is set to remain closed on Boxing Day, a move being welcomed by many who say key workers deserve a break.

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SMEs' confidence grows despite challenges

SMEs' confidence grows despite challenges

10 August 2021

Latest research reveals there is a growing optimism among SMEs for the year ahead despite recent turbulence.

'Don't miss out on apprentices support'

'Don't miss out on apprentices support'

09 August 2021

A leading business organisation has urged SMEs not to miss the deadline for a support scheme to help them hire apprentices.

Kent's latest Starbucks gets green light

Kent's latest Starbucks gets green light

29 July 2021

A bid to build a Starbucks drive-thru near a busy shopping centre has been given the go-ahead.

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Independent homeware shop opens in town centre

Independent homeware shop opens in town centre

26 July 2021

A Kent-based company that launched in September has opened its second shop today.

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'If we don't use our High Street shops, we'll lose them'

'If we don't use our High Street shops, we'll lose them'

23 July 2021

Shoppers could be given free parking in their town centres on Saturdays to help revive the local economy.

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Online banking and playstation users report outage

Online banking and playstation users report outage

22 July 2021

Playstation gamers and customers using online banks including HSBC and Barclays are reporting problems with services this afternoon.

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Berry good news this month for Kent farmers' markets

Berry good news this month for Kent farmers' markets

22 July 2021

This month's fresh produce in season on sale at the county's farmers' markets include fresh salad leaves and berries as well as cheeses and breads.

Anti-Amazon protest at Bluewater

Anti-Amazon protest at Bluewater

21 July 2021

Protestors have stepped up their campaign against the retail giant after reporting Amazon to the regulator for 'price hikes during the pandemic'.

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Town's BID team strengthened

Town's BID team strengthened

19 July 2021

After two years promoting one town a leading marketing executive has joined a neighbour.

Ocado faces week of disruption after major fire

Ocado faces week of disruption after major fire

19 July 2021

An online retailer has warned customers of some disruption after three robots collided at one of its warehouses, sparking a major blaze.

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It's Freedom Day: But will you notice the difference?

It's Freedom Day: But will you notice the difference?

19 July 2021

Laws over face masks and social distancing are scrapped today - but prepare to be disappointed if you expect things to be back to normal.

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Jobless figures continue to fall

Jobless figures continue to fall

15 July 2021

across the county are continuing to fall as the economy continues to slowly improve after a year of .

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Lidl launches bid for new store

Lidl launches bid for new store

14 July 2021

A budget supermarket giant has submitted plans to build a second branch as it eyes up expansion opportunities locally.

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Want to start your own business?

Want to start your own business?

14 July 2021

A free online pop-up training school will be giving budding entrepreneurs the practical skills they need to get their own business off the ground.

National chain to open in long-empty superstore

National chain to open in long-empty superstore

14 July 2021

A council says it is to benefit from 'very useful income' after finally securing a national chain to move into a vacant superstore.

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New plans for power station site

New plans for power station site

13 July 2021

Plans for another warehouse, offices and a riverside area have been unveiled for the former Littlebrook power Station site.

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Jobs boost - but warning over skills shortage

Jobs boost - but warning over skills shortage

13 July 2021

A survey has revealed the majority of firms in the county plan to hire staff this year - but there are warnings over a skills shortage.

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