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KCC is reviewing how and where it can implement 20mph schemes

Following government’s new research on 20mph speed limits, Kent County Council is reviewing how and where it can implement the schemes. In the past, 20mph zones followed Department for Transport guidance which said they could be introduced, for example, as a casualty reduction measure or to improve public health. To date, Kent has more than…...

Celebrating three years of improving wellbeing in Kent

An event to celebrate three years of community mental health services Live Well Kent took place in Maidstone on Friday (17 May). Live Well Kent provides a free, person centred, holistic service that supports individuals to manage issues in life that impact on their mental health and wellbeing. It is open to any Kent residents…...

Historic Counties Day: Kent, May 26

May 26 marks Kent Day – the feast day of Augustine, first Archbishop of Canterbury. Kent – a county of two halves. A brief history. The name Kent derives from the ancient Celtic tribe who inhabited South East England from the Thames to the south coast. Their lands included modern Kent plus parts of Surrey, Sussex…...

Kent Country Parks

Visit one of our Kent Country Parks and find something to do in the great outdoors.

Options after 16

Find out about the options available to you after you turn 16, including education, training and employment.

We need foster carers

Children in Kent are in need of loving homes to look after them. Find out more about fostering.

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