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New CGIs have been released for plans to redevelop a former and now empty care home.The final proposals for Kesson House, in Northfleet, have been submitted to Gravesham council almost a year after residents were given a first look at the scheme.The care home was closed following a CQC report. Picture: Simon HildrewApplicant Mark Felton has asked for permission to demolish the annex and extensions to the original property to make way for a new extension.He then wants to use the historic building to create nine, one-bedroom units for supported living for young adults with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries…

Police were called at 9.10am today (Saturday) to reports of a crash involving a car and a motorbike.  The incident happened near to where Junction 2 of the M25 meets the A2 in Dartford.  Emergency services attended the scene and treated a man for injuries.  The man was taken to hospital for further medical treatment. A spokesperson for Kent Police said: “Kent Police was called at 9.10am on Saturday 8 June to a report of a collision involving a car and a motorbike near to where junction 2 of the M25 meets the A2 in Dartford. “Patrols and highway officers…

Transport for London (TfL) has announced that this order is necessary to facilitate the installation of electric vehicle charging points on the A232 High Street. This no-stopping rule will be in effect from 7am on June 7, 2024, until 7pm on September 7, 2024, or until the work is completed. No vehicles will be allowed to stop in the following areas on Bromley High Street: 1. The north side of High Street, between Surrey Road and 128 High Street. 2. The loading and disabled parking bay outside Nos. 59-61 High Street. 3. The parking and disabled parking bay outside Nos. 61-71 High…

Barely two weeks after the horrors of D-Day had played out across the Channel, an unimaginable tragedy befell troops nervously waiting to be deployed to Normandy – this time on British soil.A V1 Doodlebug flying bomb landed on the Newlands Stud between Lenham and Charing Heath, where members of the 6 Guards Tank Brigade’s Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) Workshop were billeted in Nissen huts.The doddlebug that exploded on June 14, 1944, near Lenham, destroyed seven Nissen barracks huts like these two, killing 52 REME personnelThe explosion on June 24, 1944, killed 52 Craftsmen and other ranks. Eighty other…

Both the east and west tunnel at the Dartford Crossing will be closed on Saturday night from 8.30pm to 6am. The Dartford Crossing, linking Dartford in Kent and Thurrock in Essex, is a vital road crossing over the River Thames. This information is accurate at the time of publication, but may be subject to change, particularly in adverse weather conditions. Friday, June 7 – Saturday, June 8 A282 Northbound A282 northbound Dartford Crossing East Tunnel 9.30pm – 6am Tunnel closure for maintenance works Diversion via National Highways network Saturday, June 8 – Sunday, June 9 A282 Northbound A282 northbound Dartford…

These cases were heard at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates’ Courts on Thursday, June 6, 2024: Source link

“Sussex Police Investigate Indecent Exposure Incident Near Southwick Railway Station Sussex Police are investigating an incident of indecent exposure that occurred near Southwick railway station around 10.20 pm. Specially trained officers are providing support to the victim, and an investigation is currently underway. No arrests have been made at this time. According to a spokesman for Sussex Police, they received a report regarding the indecent exposure incident on Wednesday, June 5, at approximately 10.20 pm. The police are actively investigating the matter and collaborating with partner agencies, including the British Transport Police. The police are urging witnesses or anyone with…

Buckinghamshire Council Denies Film Studio Proposal Near A404 Dual Carriageway Local authorities in Buckinghamshire have rejected plans to convert a former quarry adjacent to the A404 dual carriageway into a significant film production center, marking a notable stand against local opposition known as NIMBYism. The proposed £750 million film studio, endorsed by renowned Hollywood figures including Avatar director James Cameron, aimed to transform the site into a thriving hub for film production, contributing to the growth of the UK’s creative sector. Despite assurances of infrastructure enhancements and environmental commitments, such as funding for the congested Westhorpe roundabout and provisions for…

A number of old Wilko stores have since been converted into B&M stores Source link

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will be issuing new increased amounts to millions of Universal Credit claimants from this week Source link