https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:01:56 +0000 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:01:56 +0000 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/122/dartford-museum-to-temporarily-close-for-major-refurbishment Dartford Museum will temporarily close on 1 October 2026. Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:17:00 +0100 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/121/new-weekly-food-waste-collection-service Thousands of Dartford households will soon be able to recycle their food waste separately. Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:09:00 +0100 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/120/review-of-local-government-reorganisation-launched Following updated and privileged legal advice, ministers will review plans for Local Government Reorganisation.   Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:44:00 +0100 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/119/ministers-decide-future-shape-of-kent-and-medway-s-councils Government ministers have decided Kent and Medway will be served by four completely new councils from April 2028. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:04:00 +0100 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/118/dartford-dances-in-tribute-to-len-goodman Dartford Borough Council has proudly unveiled the town’s tribute to Len Goodman, celebrating the life and legacy of one of its most cherished residents. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:38:00 +0100 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/117/toe-tapping-tribute-to-len-goodman-to-be-unveiled-in-dartford Dartford Borough Council is pleased to announce that the town’s tribute to Len Goodman will be unveiled in July.  Fri, 22 May 2026 11:13:00 +0100 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/116/new-mayor-elected-for-2026-27 Councillor Avtar Sandhu MBE has been appointed as the Mayor of Dartford for the next 12 months. Thu, 07 May 2026 12:42:00 +0100 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/115/new-repairs-and-maintenance-contractor-secured-for-tenants Dartford Borough Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Axis Europe as its new repairs and maintenance contractor. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/114/dartford-pride-marks-milestone-5th-anniversary-with-first-ever-week-long-celebration Orchard West, in proud partnership with Dartford Borough Council and sponsored by Taylor Wimpey, is delighted to announce the return of Dartford Pride 2026. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:12:00 +0100 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/113/local-leaders-meet-to-discuss-demand-for-construction-skills-and-apprenticeships-provision-at-ebbsfleet-and-dartford DBC in partnership with Ebbsfleet Development Corporation recently hosted a session with local housebuilding firms to discuss support for local people to develop skills in the construction industry. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:09:00 +0100 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/112/major-progress-secures-next-phase-of-greenhithe-medical-centre-deliver Dartford Borough Council and NHS Kent and Medway have confirmed a series of major steps forward in the delivery of the new Greenhithe Medical Centre. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:17:00 +0000 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/111/dartford-launches-bid-to-become-the-uk-s-first-town-of-culture At the heart of the campaign is a simple question: What does Dartford mean to you? Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:46:00 +0000 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/110/don-t-let-homes-sit-empty Empty properties are not only a wasted resource but can also attract anti-social behaviour and become an unsightly blight on the local community Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:45:00 +0000 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/108/orchard-theatre-nears-final-stages-ahead-of-reopening-in-december We're pleased to share an update on work at The Orchard Theatre Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:59:00 +0000 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/107/new-volunteer-transport-scheme-launched-to-help-residents-reach-medical-appointments A new community initiative has launched in Dartford to help residents access vital healthcare services at reasonable cost. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:31:00 +0000 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/106/dartford-borough-council-s-award-winning-strategy-to-protect-the-river-darent Dartford Borough Council has celebrated outstanding success at the 2025 Royal Town Planning Institute Awards (RTPI) for Planning Excellence last week, winning two prestigious national awards. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:23:00 +0000 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/105/new-greenhithe-medical-centre-to-boost-local-health-services-for-residents Dartford Borough Council Cabinet has agreed plans to work with the NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) to deliver a new Medical Centre at Steele Avenue, Greenhithe. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:18:00 +0000 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/104/happy-105th-birthday-to-our-tenant-betty-bullock Betty Bullock turned 105 on Wednesday, November 26. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:14:00 +0000 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/103/kent-councils-reveal-draft-business-cases-for-new-unitary-councils Councils from across Kent and Medway published a series of draft business cases to help inform the next steps in the government’s biggest shake up of local councils in 50 years. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:14:00 +0000 https://www.dartford.gov.uk/news/article/102/dbc-approves-4-5million-funding-for-local-school The funding will support the growing number of pupils attending the school. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:44:00 +0000