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  • National Highways work in Kent for the week ahead

    National Highways work in Kent for the week ahead

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: National Highways

    Here are the main closures coming up for the M2, A249 and the Dartford Crossing Visit our south east maintenance page to find out more abou...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 8 Mar 24
  • Updates from Citizens Advice Swale March 2024

    Updates from Citizens Advice Swale March 2024

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Citizens Advice

    We’re experiencing a busy winter at Citizens Advice Swale, including our energy advice team, which was formed in response to the natio...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 8 Mar 24
  • M2 junction 5 improvement scheme - A249 northbound weekend closure

    M2 junction 5 improvement scheme - A249 northbound weekend closure

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: National Highways

    Having started work to install new drainage on the A249 south of Stockbury Roundabout, we’ve found an existing large soakaway. To enab...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Mar 24
  • Police Surgery

    Police Surgery

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    PC Jez Chittim will be holding a surgery at St Michael and All Angels Church, Hartlip at 10:30 hours on Wednesday 6th March 2024. This is y...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Mar 24
  • Village Voice

    Village Voice

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Mrs Wendy Licence

    The latest edition of the Village Voice has been published and can be found by clicking this link: Village Voice Paper editions will be pub...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Mar 24
  • SGN - Temporary Road Closure - Bobbing Hill, Bobbing - 19th March 2024

    SGN - Temporary Road Closure - Bobbing Hill, Bobbing - 19th March 2024

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    Due to works planned to be undertaken by SGN, it will be necessary to close part of Bobbing Hill, Bobbing from 19th March 2024, with an esti...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 1 Mar 24
  • KCC Household Support Fund

    KCC Household Support Fund

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    Household Support Fund - £100 energy support If you or someone you know is struggling to pay energy bills, you may be eligible for a ...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 1 Mar 24
  • VACANCY FOR A CO-OPTED PARISH COUNCILLOR

    VACANCY FOR A CO-OPTED PARISH COUNCILLOR

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Mrs Wendy Licence

    Would you like to make a difference to your local community? Would you like to assist in decisions that affect your community? If so why n...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 1 Mar 24
  • UK Power Networks - Temporary Road Closure - Bull Lane, Newington - 25th March 2024

    UK Power Networks - Temporary Road Closure - Bull Lane, Newington - 25th March 2024

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: KCC Highways

    Due to works planned to be undertaken by UK Power Networks, it will be necessary to close part of Bull Lane, Newington from 25th March 2024,...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 29 Feb 24
  • National Highways roadworks in Kent for the week ahead

    National Highways roadworks in Kent for the week ahead

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: National Highways

    Here are the main closures coming up for the M2, A2 and M20 and the Dartford Crossing. Visit our south east maintenance page to find out mo...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 29 Feb 24
  • Emergency railway repair work in the Newington area

    Emergency railway repair work in the Newington area

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Network Rail

    The railway line between Rainham and Sittingbourne will remain closed for at least the next seven days while our engineers stabilise a lands...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Feb 24
  • National Highways work in Kent for the week ahead

    National Highways work in Kent for the week ahead

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: National Highways

    Here are the main closures coming up. Visit our south east maintenance page to find out more about the work listed below. Please bea...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Feb 24
  • Planning Enforcement Strategy - Consultation

    Planning Enforcement Strategy - Consultation

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Swale Borough Council

    What are we consulting on? Government guidance encourages all local planning authorities to publish an enforcement plan, and this should...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Feb 24
  • Urgent Road Closure - Callaways Lane, Newington - 28th February 2024

    Urgent Road Closure - Callaways Lane, Newington - 28th February 2024

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: KCC Highways

    It will be necessary to close Callaways Lane, Newington from 28th February 2024 for up to 1 day. The road will be closed at the junction...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 23 Feb 24
  • Updates from Citizens Advice Swale February 2024

    Updates from Citizens Advice Swale February 2024

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Swale Citizens Advice

    We can all face problems that seem complicated or intimidating. At Citizens Advice Swale, we believe no one should have to face these proble...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 9 Feb 24
  • Community engagement & My Community Voice

    Community engagement & My Community Voice

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: My Community Voice

    Community Engagement & My Community Voice pop up : Sat 10 Feb 10:00 My Community Voice is encouraging the public to have their say. In...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Feb 24
  • Police report

    Police report

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    The latest Newsletter from Police Officer Jez Chittim is available and can be found here.

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Feb 24
  • M2 junction 5 improvement scheme – closure update

    M2 junction 5 improvement scheme – closure update

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: National Highways

    As we enter our final year of the scheme, we’d like to thank you for your patience while we work to improve M2 junction 5 Stockbury Ro...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 2 Feb 24
  • Breach Lane break in

    Breach Lane break in

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    On Friday 26 January, there was a break in at some stables along Breach Lane, Upchurch. If anyone has any information of which may help with...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 29 Jan 24
  • Village Hall Partial Car Park Suspension

    Village Hall Partial Car Park Suspension

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    Solar Panel Installation at the Village Hall. Work on the south facing roof of the hall is due to take place on Monday 4th March. To allow ...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Jan 24
  • Household Energy Bill – Additional Support

    Household Energy Bill – Additional Support

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: KCC Household Support Fund Team

    Additional support with household energy costs - Debt Advice Scheme (subject to eligibility criteria) Kent County Council is currently work...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 23 Jan 24
  • Kent Together

    Kent Together

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    If you have money worries or are looking for ways you can make your money go further, we can help you to find your way through to the advice...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Jan 24
  • M2 junction 5 improvement scheme - A249 overnight closures

    M2 junction 5 improvement scheme - A249 overnight closures

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: National Highways

    A249 southbound – planned overnight closures National Highways will be closing the A249 southbound between the Stockbury Roundabout a...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 9 Jan 24
  • Advice on Using E-Scooters

    Advice on Using E-Scooters

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    What is an e-scooter? Electrical scooters (also known as e-scooters) come under the category of “powered transporters”; this co...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 23 Dec 23
  • Consultation on the Swale Borough Council draft Corporate Plan

    Consultation on the Swale Borough Council draft Corporate Plan

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    Following the borough election in May this year, the coalition administration have developed a draft Corporate Plan which sets out the Counc...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Dec 23
  • Land To The Rear Of Eden Meadow

    Land To The Rear Of Eden Meadow

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    Application: 23/505365/OUT Land To The Rear Of Eden Meadow, Newington ME9 7JH Proposal: Outline planning application for up to 25no. reside...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Dec 23
  • Burglary- London Road Newington

    Burglary- London Road Newington

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    There was a burglary in the afternoon of Saturday 14th October 2023 between 15:00 hours and midnight along London Road, Newington. Car keys ...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 17 Oct 23
  • Soccer School

    Soccer School

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    Bredhurt Junior Football Club Soccer School is on Saturday mornings for children aged 4 years to school Year 1 and take place at the Recreat...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Oct 23
  • Speedwatch report

    Speedwatch report

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    The latest Speedwatch report is now available and can be found here- Speed Watch report. Newington Speedwatch needs more volunteers to help...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Sep 23
  • Pond Farm update from Parish Council meeting 29 August

    Pond Farm update from Parish Council meeting 29 August

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    Ref: 22/500275/OUT Land South Of London Road, Newington Proposal: Outline planning application for up to 135 dwellings with the retention ...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Sep 23
  • Pond Farm Appeal decision

    Pond Farm Appeal decision

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    The decision on Land South Of London Road has been published. The appeal is allowed and planning permission is granted for up to 135 dwellin...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Aug 23
  • Annual Survey on the performance of Kent Police

    Annual Survey on the performance of Kent Police

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Office of the Kent Police & Crime Commissioner

    Kent’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Matthew Scott, has launched the annual consultation about the performance of Kent Police and cri...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 9 Aug 23
  • New Police Officer

    New Police Officer

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    The Parish Council is pleased to welcome PC Jez Chittim who is the the beat officer for Newington and can be contacted by email [email protected]...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 5 Jul 23
  • 21/504028/FULL  Land At School Lane: Appeal Hearing

    21/504028/FULL Land At School Lane: Appeal Hearing

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    Application: 21/504028/FULL Land At School Lane, Newington ME9 7JU Planning Inspectorate reference APP/V2255/W/22/3312284 Proposal: Erection...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 23 Jun 23
  • Newington Women's Institute

    Newington Women's Institute

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    We have a varied monthly programme which may include guest speakers, or craft activities, quizzes, competitions and a chance to natter to yo...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 12 Jun 23
  • Temporary closure of Public Footpath ZR38-  7 June 2023

    Temporary closure of Public Footpath ZR38- 7 June 2023

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: KCC PROW

    Kent County Council has made an Order the effect of which is to temporarily close Public Footpath ZR38 between London Road and Wickham Close...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Jun 23
  • Table Tennis at Newington Village Hall

    Table Tennis at Newington Village Hall

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Village Group

    The Sturdee and Newington Table Tennis Clubs would like to invite players to attend on Monday nights during the summer months of May, June a...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 May 23
  • Property Marking

    Property Marking

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    Mark your property to deter burglars A determined burglar can be difficult to discourage. Good-quality doors, windows and locks are excelle...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 May 23
  • 20's Plenty bin stickers

    20's Plenty bin stickers

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    The Parish Council has acquired a number of wheelie bin self- adhesive stickers for bins within the 20mph zone. If your bin can be seen by...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 29 Apr 23
  • Southern Water update

    Southern Water update

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    Please click on link below for Southern Water's news release covering the recent bill announcement Southern Water

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Feb 23
  • Newington tribute to the Late Her Majesty The Queen  on Saturday 17 September

    Newington tribute to the Late Her Majesty The Queen on Saturday 17 September

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    In response to requests from many villagers for a public tribute to the late Queen, Newington History Group (NHG) is helping organise a shor...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 16 Sep 22
  • Newington Youth Club

    Newington Youth Club

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Contributor

    Newington Youth Club is run from the Pavilion in the Recreational Ground, every Tuesday during term time. It runs from 4pm - 5.30pm and is o...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 14 Sep 22
  • The Passing of Her Majesty The Queen

    The Passing of Her Majesty The Queen

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy Licence

    It is with enormous sadness that Newington Parish Council learned of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, and Councillors would like to express ...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Sep 22
  • Promoting volunteering for the good of the community

    Promoting volunteering for the good of the community

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy

    Community groups and charities, run by volunteers, are vital to making Swale the best it can be. Volunteering is both rewarding and fun for ...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 5 May 22
  • Swale Community and Voluntary Services

    Swale Community and Voluntary Services

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy

    Swale Volunteer Car Scheme Can you help? If you are a car owner, why not become one of our Volunteer Drivers? By becoming one of our Volun...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 21 Apr 22
  • Swale Borough Council - Use of Electric Scooters is Illegal on Public Roads, Cycle Lanes and Pavements

    Swale Borough Council - Use of Electric Scooters is Illegal on Public Roads, Cycle Lanes and Pavements

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy

    Swale Borough Council urges electric scooter users to comply with the law by only using them on private land where they have permission to r...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 31 Mar 22
  • Youths with catapults

    Youths with catapults

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy

    There have been a number of reports across the Swale area involving youths firing catapults at birds and other wildlife. On Wednesday 9th M...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 14 Mar 22
  • 22/500275/OUT Land South Of London Road -Pond Farm

    22/500275/OUT Land South Of London Road -Pond Farm

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy

    Application 22/500275/OUT Address: Land South Of London Road, Newington PROPOSAL: Outline planning application for up to 135 dwellings wi...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Mar 22
  • Think WIDE(N) burglary prevention campaign launched

    Think WIDE(N) burglary prevention campaign launched

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy

    Our research shows two thirds (67%) of people are worried about their home being broken into, yet there are simple, proven measures we can a...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 1 Mar 22
  • Air Quality Report

    Air Quality Report

    Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent
    Article by: Wendy

    Newington Parish Council has commissioned an independent report from the University of Kent Centre for Health Service Studies to examine the...

    Newington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Dec 21