Dartford is a borough with a proud heritage and a strong sense of community. We put people at the heart of everything we do, and we expect everyone, our staff included, to be treated with respect and fairness.
We work closely with local partners to deliver events, activities and support that bring residents together and strengthen our shared identity. From major celebrations to community gatherings, our programme reflects Dartford’s long tradition of coming together as One Dartford.
Dartford Borough Council is committed to being an inclusive, safe and welcoming borough where everyone feels part of its future.
This Council believes:
- Acts of hate, intolerance or racism undermine our proud and successful community and will not be accepted.
- Dartford’s unity and shared identity are key to its resilience, growth and local pride.
- The Council must continue to promote fairness, respect and connection across the borough.
This Council resolves to:
- Reaffirm its commitment to a borough where every resident feels safe, valued and heard.
- Reject misinformation and division, and strengthen clear communication and community engagement.
- Support One Dartford events, initiatives and campaigns that promote unity and local pride.
- Maintain policies, services and events that build community cohesion and reject hate in all its forms.