News published March 2020
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Joint statement – Sevenoaks District Voluntary and Community Sector Forum and Sevenoaks District Council
Published: 26th March 2020
In response to the impact of the Coronavirus outbreak, we are making this joint statement to inform people what your local charities and community and volunteer groups are doing, and how you can help.
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Statement from the Leader of Sevenoaks District Council
Published: 24th March 2020
Cllr Peter Fleming, Leader of Sevenoaks District Council, on the Coronavirus outbreak and its impact on the District.
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It’s business as usual for services and support, but the Council closes its offices to the public
Published: 24th March 2020
Sevenoaks District Council will close its offices to the public from tomorrow, Wednesday 25 March, after the Government insisted people should stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives.
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Residents and businesses offered advice to avoid scams
Published: 24th March 2020
There is increasing evidence that fraudsters are targeting the public and organisations with emails, texts, phone calls and WhatsApp messages offering advice and treatment for Coronavirus.
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Volunteering scheme launched to help residents during the Coronavirus outbreak
Published: 23rd March 2020
Sevenoaks District Council is supporting a community scheme to allow residents to help or request assistance during the Coronavirus outbreak.
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Update on Run, walk or push against dementia
Published: 23rd March 2020
Due to the current advice of Public Health England and the NHS, Sevenoaks District Council and the Sevenoaks Area Dementia Friendly Community (SADFC) have made the difficult decision to cancel Run, walk or push against dementia 2020.
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Council welcomes Chancellor’s support for residents and businesses
Published: 19th March 2020
Sevenoaks District Council has welcomed the Government announcement on Tuesday (17 March 2020) to offer more support to businesses and people affected by the Coronavirus outbreak.
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Council puts plans in place to keep services running
Published: 18th March 2020
Sevenoaks District Council recognise that many residents and local businesses rely on it services.
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Sevenoaks District Council flies the flag for the Commonwealth
Published: 9th March 2020
Westerham Sea Cadets, Deputy Lieutenant Lord Sackville and local veterans were amongst the guests who joined Council Chairman, Cllr John Edwards-Winser, to celebrate Commonwealth Day on Monday 9 March
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Council consider next steps for the Local Plan
Published: 6th March 2020
The Council has expressed disappointment that, in her final report, the Inspector appointed to examine its Local Plan has cited a failure to work with its neighbouring councils to find sites for homes