MBC puts SWEP in place during Storm Eunice
Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) has put the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) in place today (Friday 18 February) as storm Eunice has arrived.
MBC asking residents to prepare for stormy weather
As Storm Eunice has arrived in Kent with strong winds affecting the Maidstone area, MBC has taken the decision to suspend waste services this afternoon, Friday 18 February. Any one expecting a collection today is asked to take their bins and waste boxes back in and store in a sheltered area, if possible. The Council has apologised for any inconvenience to residents and businesses, but the safety of all during these extreme weather conditions is paramount.
MBC Climate Action Plan scores top in Kent and among best in UK
Maidstone Borough Council’s (MBC) Climate Action Plan is ranked joint 25th place nationally out of 325 UK councils who have declared a climate emergency and has received the top score among Kent councils according to a Climate Emergency UK campaign.
MBC donates ice rink to Hospice on Valentine’s Day
Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is installing and donating a temporary ice-skating rink for Valentine’s Day at the Lockmeadow Entertainment Centre with all ticket donations raising funds for Heart of Kent Hospice.
Helping to stop loan sharks
Come and support Maidstone Borough Council’s Community Protection team and partners as they raise awareness of the dangers of using illegal money lenders on Wednesday 16 February 10am to 2pm at Shepway Shop Parade, Northumberland Court, Northumberland Rd, Maidstone ME15 7LW.