The 2018 Big Draw was a huge success with all ages getting together at different places across Dover to have fun drawing together. Councillor Sue Jones and Councillor Chris Precious supported this year’s free event from their Councillor Ward Grant Budgets. Chris said – The Big Draw is a fabulous event which allows everyone in…
The Planning Committee of the Town Council meets every month to scrutinise and comment on all Planning Applications in the Town. The Town Council knows that high quality planning is essential to improving the environment of Dover and 13 of the 18 Councillors sit on the Planning Committee and attend the monthly meetings. They are…
Everyone is invited to explore being an artist at 2018 Big Draw – all materials are provided. Its for all ages so come along and have some fun. This year’s events have been supported with funding from the Mayor, Councillor Sue Jones and Councillor Chris Precious from their Councillor Grant budgets.
Dover’s Fairtrade Town Status has been renewed for a further two years. The Mayor of Dover, Councillor Sue Jones received the official certification at a reception held by Dover and Deal Fairtrade Steering Group. Fair trade is about bringing the farmer and the shopper closer together and putting people at the heart of trade. Being…
The Town Council has achieved recognition of its support for those living with Dementia and their carers by being awarded membership of the Dementia Friendly Network and the right to use the official “Working to become a Dementia Friendly Organisation” symbol. Conferences, training events and awareness raising sessions over past years have demonstrated the Council’s…
Neighbourhood planning gives communities a chance to take the lead in producing part of the development plan for their area – a Neighbourhood Plan is a legal document and must be used when deciding on planning applications. The rules around planning and development have changed. There is increased pressure to develop more housing across the…
Maison Dieu House will be open on Saturday 8th September 10am-4pm as part of the annual Heritage Open Day weekend. Maison Dieu House was built in 1665 as the official residence of the Agent Victualler, the local person responsible for organising the supply of food and drink to the ships of the Royal Navy. Next…
The Mayor Councillor Sue Jones attended the unveiling of a plaque at Buckland Hospital to commemorate the work of Dr Gertrude Toland, one of the first women to work as a doctor in Dover. Dover Rotary Club arranged for the plaque which replaced one which had been lost during the redevelopment of the hospital. …