News Archive

• Statement following the passing of Councillor Ann Allen, MBE

  It is with deep regret and great sadness that Dartford Borough Council announces the death of Councillor Ann Allen, who passed away on Wednesday.

  22 Oct 2021

• Clampdown on alcohol and drug misuse in Dartford town centre

  Enforcement of Dartford town centre's Public Space Protection Order has seen dozens of fixed penalty notices issued for alcohol and drug misuse.

  20 Oct 2021

• Safety cameras outside Dartford schools capture dozens of offences in first week of term

  CCTV cameras installed to clamp down on illegal parking outside local schools have identified dozens of motorists parking dangerously in the first week of term.

  08 Sep 2021

• Council works with Prologis to safeguard assets at The Bridge development

  The Bridge development has transformed a once derelict site into 1.8m square feet of commercial space. Now the Council and Prologis are looking at safeguarding some of the site’s key assets, before the partnership comes to its planned end.

  01 Sep 2021

• New Health Walk on Dartford Heath

  One You Kent's latest free Health Walk meets on Dartford Heath every Tuesday morning.

  01 Sep 2021

• Update regarding waste collection delays

  Leader of the Council Jeremy Kite and Cabinet Member for Waste and Environment Steve Brown have given an update regarding ongoing delays to waste collection services around the borough.

  11 Aug 2021

• Delays to our waste collection service

  We'd like to provide residents with an update regarding delays to our waste collection service.

  03 Aug 2021

• Have your say on Crossrail and transport link improvements

  Residents can have their say on exciting plans to improve fast public transport services connecting Ebbsfleet and Dartford with the Elizabeth Line at Abbey Wood.

  03 Aug 2021

• New Central Park carpet bed thanks the NHS and all local heroes

  This year's Central Park carpet bed (found to the right hand side just beyond the Dartford Library entrance to the Park) is dedicated to the NHS, key workers and all local heroes for their efforts over the last 18 months.

  29 Jul 2021

• Safety boost for businesses as town centre partnership receives national accreditation

  The Dartford Town Against Crime partnership, which consists of 65 local businesses, has been accredited as a legitimate Business Crime Reduction Partnership by Police Crime Prevention Initiatives.

  26 Jul 2021

• Council deploys CCTV cameras outside three Dartford primary schools to ensure pupils’ safety

  CCTV cameras are being installed to monitor drivers’ behaviour outside primary schools around Dartford.

  24 Jun 2021

• Council encourages residents to Support Our Shops as it offers vital funding to local businesses

  Council encourages residents to Support Our Shops as it offers vital funding to local businesses

  24 Jun 2021

• DBC Supports International Fraud Awareness Week

  Dartford Borough Council backs International Fraud Awareness Week and encourages everyone to remain vigilant against fraud and report crimes committed against the Council.

  18 Nov 2020

• Remembrance Sunday Commemoration - 8 November 2020

  The challenges of keeping everyone safe and healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic were always bound to have an impact on important community events but Dartford Borough Council is determined to ensure our town continues to pay respect those who fought and died for our freedom.

  28 Oct 2020

• DBC Celebrates Black History Month

  October 1 marks the start of Black History Month

  01 Oct 2020

• One You Kent Digital healthy lifestyle service

  Free online support is available to people who would like to lose weight, be more active, drink less and quit smoking.

  19 Jun 2020

• Announcing the death of Managing Director, Graham Harris

  It is with deep regret and great sadness that Dartford Borough Council announces the death of Graham Harris, who suffered a heart attack and passed away on Monday.

  12 Jun 2020

• Pride in Dartford, Proud of Dartford

  Pride in Dartford, Proud of Dartford

  01 Jun 2020

• On street parking enforcement will restart on 1 June 2020 while car parks remain free to park

  Dartford Borough Council officers are to recommence enforcement of on-street parking regulations.

  29 May 2020

• Dartford Borough Council Grants over £10 Million to Dartford Businesses

  Dartford Borough Council has now paid out over £10 Million in Government grants to hundreds of businesses

  27 Apr 2020

• Phone Parking is Changing

  From 25 February 2020, phone parking across Dartford Council is changing to RingGo.

  25 Feb 2020

• Dartford Borough Council takes further steps to clean up the town

  In response to concerns raised by local people and a part of our mission to keep Dartford Clean

  31 Jan 2020

• Dartford Festival of Light 2019

  The Dartford Festival of Light takes place on Friday 18 October between 6pm and 7:30pm.

  08 Oct 2019

• Publication of Revised Register of Electors 2019

  In accordance with the Representation of the People Act, I hereby give notice that a revised version

  23 Jan 2019

• Independent Remuneration Panel

  Dartford Borough Council are looking for people, passionate about the local area

  03 Jan 2019

• Promoting Independence Grants available for disabled persons to adapt their homes

  Grants worth up to £30,000 are available from Dartford Borough Council

  07 Dec 2017

• Energy Deal Scheme could help you save money on your energy bills

  You could save money on your energy bills with the latest round of Energy Deal

  08 Feb 2017

• Telephone Fraud

  Dartford Borough Council has been made aware of telephone calls being made to Dartford residents

  27 Jan 2016

• Get involved in the DYC and make a difference

  Dartford Youth Council (DYC) is looking for new members to help young people's voices be heard

  16 Sep 2015