RNLI flies red flag at Ramsgate Main Sands

Due to weather conditions causing dangerous rip currents today (Wednesday 3 September), the RNLI has raised a red beach flag at Ramsgate Main Sands.

Do not enter the water: the red flag indicates a severe hazard.

Water conditions are unsafe for swimming and other water activities.

Further information on how to avoid rip currents is available on the RNLI website.

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WASTE & RECYCLING

Additional resources in place to manage waste demand

Increased resources to support the council’s waste and recycling service are now in place. This follows disruption to collections for some residents since the introduction of new recycling services for 27,000 Thanet households. These changes were introduced in response to new national Simpler Recycling requirements by the government.

8 Jul 2026

Wide, curving concrete sea steps lead down to a sandy beach in Margate, with modern and historic buildings behind.

COUNCIL AND DEMOCRACY

Councillors agree Margate Town Council following overwhelming public support

Proposals to set up a brand-new town council for Margate were agreed by Councillors at an Extraordinary Council meeting held on Thursday 18 June 2026.

19 Jun 2026

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COMMUNITY

Keeping Thanet safe, active, and fair

It’s been a busy few weeks for our Community Safety and Enforcement teams. From ensuring accessible parking stays fair, to safely removing potential weapons from our streets, officers have been working hard alongside Kent Police to keep Thanet safe and welcoming for everyone.

18 Jun 2026