Encampment on Pin Hill
Supporting rough sleepers into appropriate accommodation is one of this council’s highest priorities. In 2023 we helped 104 street homeless into accommodation, and so far in 2024 the figure is 71.
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Environmental crime offence lands Canterbury man a £2,700 fine
A Canterbury man has been found guilty of an environmental crime offence in his absence and fined a total of £2,714.
More illegal city centre shopfronts targeted in crackdown
The next phase in Canterbury City Council’s crackdown on illegal, garish and overbearing shopfronts is underway.
Rare Aphra Behn first edition goes on show in Canterbury
An incredibly rare first edition 1688 copy of Aphra Behn’s novel Oroonoko has gone on display at The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge in Canterbury.
In pictures: day one of the new Canterbury market
The new Canterbury market in St George’s Street had a highly successful first day yesterday (Wednesday 17 July).
Demand for urgent action after “perfect storm” hits social housing
A “perfect storm” has hit social housing and urgent action needs to be taken including an emergency cash injection.
A hat-trick of Green Flag awards celebrated
Green Flags will once again be flying at three of the district’s stunning open spaces.
Anti-social delivery riders hit with £100 fines
Anti-social delivery riders in Canterbury city centre have been hit with almost 40 fines so far this year after a new Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) came into force.
Result of the Canterbury BID ballot
Following a ballot, the Canterbury Connected Business Improvement District (BID) will continue for another five-year term.
Homeowners urged not to miss out on energy-saving grants
Eligible homeowners across the district are being urged not to miss out on government-funded measures to save money on their fuel bills.