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Arlington House, Margate - high rise concrete building

HOUSING

Thanet District Council to serve Hazard Awareness Notice on owner of Arlington House

Following discussions with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) about a number of concerns regarding Arlington House, All Saints Avenue, Margate, Thanet District Council will serve a Hazard Awareness Notice on the owner.

9 May 2025

Bin For Green Seas by Margate Main sands, with Councillor Jack Packman, Mayor of Margate and Fazilette Khan standing each side.

WASTE & RECYCLING

New bin installed to help tackle plastic pollution in Margate

As part of Thanet District Council’s continued drive to protect the environment, a new dedicated recycling bin for plastics has been installed in Margate.

8 May 2025

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ENVIRONMENTAL

New protection for wildlife at Dane Valley Woods in Margate

On Thursday 10 April 2025, Kent Wildlife Trust confirmed that Dane Valley Woods in Margate has been designated as a Local Wildlife Site (LWS). The designation means that it is recognised as an important place for wildlife and nature in Thanet. Kent Wildlife Trust assessed the site in 2024, and found that it met the […]

1 May 2025