M20 Moveable Barrier: overnight closure notification – correction
M20 Moveable Barrier: overnight closure notification – correction I’m writing to let you know of an upcoming overnight road closure as part of the M20 Moveable Barrier Scheme. Coastbound carriageway closure To protect the travelling public and our workforce while we carry out drainage installation at certain points within the central reservation, we’ll be extending the […]
Scam Alerts
Dear Kent Residents, As the number of scams continues to increase, this is our regular round-up of the latest scams reported by Kent residents. Anyone can be a victim of a scam. It is important to stay alert and follow our guidance. ⛔ Reputable traders and contractors do not cold-call for business and they will NEVER […]
Alert – Rent Deposit Scam
Kent residents are being targeted by rent deposit scams A resident in Kent found a property they wanted to rent, with the landlord asking for a deposit before renting. However, once the deposit has been paid, the property does not exist and the landlord refuses to return your deposit. Beware when renting Scammers are using […]
Temporary Road Closure – Chequer Lane, Ash – 17th October 2022 for 12 Days
Temporary Road Closure – Chequer Lane, Ash – 17th October 2022 for 12 Days It will be necessary to close part of Chequer Lane, Ash from 17th October 2022 with estimated completion by 28th October 2022. Chequer Lane, Ash will be closed between numbers 57 to 61, to the extent indicated by signs and barriers on site. The alternative route is Chequer Lane, A257 Ash Bypass, Pedding Hill, Guilton, The Street […]
Alert! Doorstep Criminals in Canterbury
An elderly resident was cold called by three men wearing hi-vis jackets, using scare tactics to scam the victim. hat happened? Three men wearing orange hi-vis jackets knocked on the resident’s door. They used scare tactics – claiming a tree was over hanging and dangerous. Cold callers may use other scare tactics including your roof tiles are missing […]
Kent Police and Crime Commissioner’s Annual Policing Survey 2022
Matthew Scott is currently appointing a new Chief Constable for Kent, following the retirement of Alan Pughsley. He is asking the public what qualities and what priorities the new Chief should have. He also wants to know if you’ve been a victim of crime and if so, what sort of service you received from the […]
New Street Closed 21 September
Part of New Street, Ash will be closed from 21st September 2022 with estimated completion by 23rd September 2022, in the vicinity of number 10, to the extent indicated by signs and barriers on site. The alternative route is New Street, Marshborough Road, Beacon Lane, Drainless Road, Fleming Road, Lower Road, Durlock Road, Guilton, The […]