Maidstone Borough Council has agreed to begin the process of seeking an Article 4 Direction that would give it greater oversight of future proposals affecting some of the town centre's largest office buildings.
Council pledges £250,000 to turn recommendations into reality
As drought is declared in Kent, Maidstone Borough Council is highlighting the projects helping communities, wildlife and green spaces become more resilient to a changing climate.
Maidstone Borough Council is encouraging residents to take part in Kent County Council's consultation on the Pre-Submission Draft Kent Mineral Sites Plan.
A man who illegally dumped waste in the Maidstone countryside has been ordered to pay more than £1,000 after being successfully prosecuted by Maidstone Borough Council.