Following concerns raised by Thanet and other councils over the legal requirement to hold elections during the Covid-19 pandemic, we’re expecting Government to announce that planned elections should be cancelled. An assurance has also been received that no legal action will be taken against Returning Officers for cancelling elections.
This means that the Newington by-election will not be taking place tomorrow (Thursday 19 March).
Cabinet members at Thanet District Council will receive an update on the Plan for Neighbourhoods programme which will see government investment and support of up to £20million for Ramsgate.
A town’s monuments and statues tell important stories about the people who have lived and worked there through the ages. Some monuments mark significant historical events, while others honour people who gave their lives in world conflicts, or made a scientific breakthrough that changed lives.
The tidal pool at Walpole Bay in Margate will be closed temporarily, between Monday 28 April and Friday 2 May 2025. During this time, members of the public will not be permitted to enter the pool. Signs will be displayed in the surrounding area.