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Free Parking From Dover District Council for the Festive Season

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Dover District Council is to offer free parking from 4pm for Christmas lights switch on event days in Dover, Deal and Sandwich
Date:
21 November 2024

Dover District Residents Could Save on Energy Bills With Collective Energy Switching Scheme

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Residents are invited to sign up and see if they can save money on their energy bills with DDC's collective energy switching scheme
Date:
18 November 2024

DDC heads out into communities for Safeguarding Adults Awareness Week

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A team from DDC will be speaking to people about safeguarding and how to spot signs of abuse
Date:
15 November 2024

Stay Warm and Well This Winter

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DDC is teaming up with partners to support local communities as part of a Winter Well Roadshow coming to Deal, Dover and Sandwich
Date:
15 November 2024

Roman Painted House added to the Heritage at Risk Register

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The scheduled monument has been added to highlight its vulnerability following a detailed assessment of the site
Date:
14 November 2024

Calling all caterers! DDC invites bids to cater at the magnificent Maison Dieu

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We are seeking a selection of caterers who will have exclusive access to provide catering at the venue
Date:
4 November 2024

Repair Works Start on Deal Pier Following Key Structural Survey

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Following a full structural survey earlier this year, a £140k programme of repair works is underway on Deal Pier
Date:
25 October 2024

Enjoy a family trail at the Roman Painted House this half term week

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Children can take part in a family-friendly trail based around what fun facts they can find
Date:
22 October 2024

Maison Dieu and Dover Museum all set for Dover Youth Festival fun!

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Young people can take part in activities including stone-carving and find out more about a career in heritage
Date:
17 October 2024

Dover District Local Plan formally adopted

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Councillors voted to adopt the Local Plan at a full council meeting last night (16 October)
Date:
17 October 2024

Leader of Dover District Council Welcomes News on EES Checks

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The Leader of DDC welcomes news that the EU has decided to postpone the introduction of Entry Exit System checks on 10 November
Date:
11 October 2024

Safe Spaces scheme rolled out across the district

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Young people and adults feeling unsafe or vulnerable can seek refuge in 'safe spaces'
Date:
10 October 2024

New Developments Bring Major Infrastructure Investment

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Funding from developers secured in planning applications approved in 2023/24 bring major benefits to communities in the district
Date:
8 October 2024

Work by DDC to transform Crosslinks youth hub nearing completion

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The DDC-owned building has undergone extensive refurbishment
Date:
8 October 2024

Hundreds attend the Big Dover Jobs and Volunteering Fair

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Job offers were made, interviews secured and training opportunities snapped up!
Date:
27 September 2024

Blooming brilliant tenants celebrate success at garden awards!

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Green-fingered council tenants have been commended for transforming their gardens
Date:
27 September 2024

Come and see latest proposals for a new Deal Leisure Centre

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DDC is hosting a series of drop-in engagement events for the proposed new Deal Leisure Centre
Date:
20 September 2024

Hundreds flock to see newly reopened Roman Painted House

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The attraction has undergone essential maintenance work and is now open to the public
Date:
19 September 2024

Community groups unveil makeovers following rural funding boost

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Fifteen rural businesses and community groups were awarded funding from the Rural England Prosperity Fund
Date:
11 September 2024

Over 50s in the district boost their job prospects through Roots to Work scheme

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More than 150 people were supported through the DDC-run employment scheme
Date:
9 September 2024
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