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News

  • Notice of Poll and Situation of Polling Stations

    Notice of Poll and Situation of Polling Stations

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Trish Hamilton (Town Clerk)

    Election of a Parish Councillor for Westgate Notice is hereby given that a poll for the election of a Parish Councillor for Westgate will b...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Mar 24
  • WOSTC - Apology to the former Town Clerk, Mrs Gill Gray

    WOSTC - Apology to the former Town Clerk, Mrs Gill Gray

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Chloe Wheatley (Interim Town Clerk)

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council is making an unreserved apology to the previous Town Clerk/RFO – Mrs G. Gray for the behaviour of a minor...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 31 Oct 23
  • Westgate Community Centre Public Meeting - Mast

    Westgate Community Centre Public Meeting - Mast

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Chloe Wheatley (Interim Town Clerk)

    Westgate-on-Sea Community Centre Association A Public Meeting has been arranged to discuss the placing of a telecom mast on Lymington Road ...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 18 Oct 23
  • SGN Upgrade of gas network, Canterbury Road, Birchington

    SGN Upgrade of gas network, Canterbury Road, Birchington

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Chloe Wheatley (Interim Town Clerk)

    We are writing to let you know about our project to upgrade our gas network in the Canterbury Road area of Birchington. This work will upgra...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Sep 23
  • Network Rail - Improvement Works - Westgate on Sea

    Network Rail - Improvement Works - Westgate on Sea

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Chloe Wheatley (Interim Town Clerk)

    Network Rail will be undertaking essential works between 1.40am on 29th September 2023 until 04.50am on 30th September 2023. The work will ...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Sep 23
  • Meet the Councillor - Town Council Surgery

    Meet the Councillor - Town Council Surgery

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Chloe Wheatley (Interim Town Clerk)

    Westgate Town Council will be holding a further Surgery this Saturday 16th September from 10am to 11.30am to meet the Councillor. Please po...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 11 Sep 23
  • Westgate Town Council Neighborhood Development Plan Result

    Westgate Town Council Neighborhood Development Plan Result

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Chloe Wheatley (Interim Town Clerk)

    The Westgate-on-Sea Neighbourhood Plan was approved at a referendum on 31 August 2023, with 553 people voting for the plan, and 135 voting a...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Sep 23
  • Thanet' s Cycling & Walking Infrastructure Plan Workshop

    Thanet' s Cycling & Walking Infrastructure Plan Workshop

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Chloe Wheatley (Interim Town Clerk)

    There will be a drop in workshop on Monday the 18th September from 2.30pm until 6.30pm for information on Thanet's Cycling & Walking...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 5 Sep 23
  • Neighbourhood Plan Opening Evening 30th August

    Neighbourhood Plan Opening Evening 30th August

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Chloe Wheatley (Interim Town Clerk)

    On Wednesday 30th August Westgate-On-Sea Town Council will be holding a further Neighbourhood Plan Open Evening from 6 to 7.30pm at the Town...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 24 Aug 23
  • Age UK Coffee Mornings

    Age UK Coffee Mornings

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Chloe Wheatley (Interim Town Clerk)

    Age UK Thanet are offering coffee mornings on a Monday and Wednesday 10.30am to 2pm, please contact Age UK Thanet on 01843 223881 to book a ...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 24 Aug 23
  • Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - Notice of Poll and situation of polling stations

    Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - Notice of Poll and situation of polling stations

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Chloe Wheatley (Interim Town Clerk)

    Notice of Poll and situation of polling stations for the Westgate Neighbourhood Plan referendum on 31st August 2023.

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 24 Aug 23
  • KCC - Top table reshuffle at County Hall

    KCC - Top table reshuffle at County Hall

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Chloe Wheatley (Interim Town Clerk)

    The Leader of Kent County Council, Roger Gough, has announced changes to his Cabinet. There are new appointments in portfolios for Adult So...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Aug 23
  • Free Tree Walk & Talk

    Free Tree Walk & Talk

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Our Tree & Biodiversity Warden, Peter Hasted is arranging a free Tree Walk & Talk on Sunday 3rd September, 3.30pm meeting at Westgat...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 14 Aug 23
  • Seaweed Removal from Thanet Beaches

    Seaweed Removal from Thanet Beaches

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Chloe Wheatley (Interim Town Clerk)

    “This year has seen unusually high levels of seaweed on some of our beaches. We have collected 1,000 tonnes over the 5 weeks from the ...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 10 Aug 23
  • Concessionary Bus Pass Holders Information

    Concessionary Bus Pass Holders Information

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Concessionary bus pass holders to be able to travel for free for longer Older and disabled people who have a concessionary bus pass will be...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 25 Jul 23
  • KCC - Latest Newsletter

    KCC - Latest Newsletter

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Here is the latest KCC newsletter https://mailchi.mp/kent.gov.uk/newsletter-edition-67, which has recently been sent to all subscribers. The...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 24 Jul 23
  • Temporary Road Closure - Shottendane Road, Margate - 24th July 2023 (Thanet District)

    Temporary Road Closure - Shottendane Road, Margate - 24th July 2023 (Thanet District)

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    It will be necessary to close part of Shottendane Road, Margate, from 24th July 2023 with estimated completion by 28th July 2023. Shottenda...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 24 Jul 23
  • Theft From Motor Vehicles

    Theft From Motor Vehicles

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    As previously mentioned, here in Thanet we are experiencing an increase in theft from motor vehicles, If you witness any suspicious activit...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 24 Jul 23
  • Referendum Westgate Neighbourhood Plan

    Referendum Westgate Neighbourhood Plan

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    There is notice of a Referendum on the adoption for the Westgate Neighbourhood Plan. The Referendum will be held on Thursday 31st August 2...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 21 Jul 23
  • KCC Media Release - Consultation opens on new Family Hub Services in Kent

    KCC Media Release - Consultation opens on new Family Hub Services in Kent

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Kent County Council (KCC) is seeking residents’ views on the design of new Family Hub Services in the county in an 8-week consultation...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Jul 23
  • Kent Fraud Alert System

    Kent Fraud Alert System

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    The latest alerts from Kent Fraud Alert System

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Jul 23
  • Thanet Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (CWIP) Online Engagement Tool

    Thanet Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (CWIP) Online Engagement Tool

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Help create a vision for the future of walking and cycling in Thanet Sustrans are working with Thanet District Council to develop a Cycling...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 18 Jul 23
  • Crime Prevention - Scams

    Crime Prevention - Scams

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    In the past few weeks there have been a small number of potential scams reported to Kent Police in Birchington and Westgate on Sea, and we a...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 18 Jul 23
  • Temporary Road Closure - Shottendane Road, Margate - 24th July 2023 (Thanet District)

    Temporary Road Closure - Shottendane Road, Margate - 24th July 2023 (Thanet District)

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    It will be necessary to close part of Shottendane Road, Margate, from 24th July 2023 with estimated completion by 28th July 2023. Shottenda...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 17 Jul 23
  • Temporary Road Closure - Lymington Road, Westgate On Sea - 28th July 2023 (Thanet District)

    Temporary Road Closure - Lymington Road, Westgate On Sea - 28th July 2023 (Thanet District)

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    It will be necessary to close part of Lymington Road, Westgate On Sea, from 28th July 2023 with estimated completion by 29th July 2023. Lym...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 17 Jul 23
  • Theft From Motor Vehicles

    Theft From Motor Vehicles

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    We have seen an increase across Thanet over the last week of van and car break ins. Please click on the attached link for a few tips to he...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 17 Jul 23
  • July Bee the Change e-news

    July Bee the Change e-news

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    This month we're excited to share a very special blog with you, taking an in-depth look at our RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden. We hope y...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Jul 23
  • Upcoming Strike Action on Southeastern

    Upcoming Strike Action on Southeastern

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Strike action is due to take place on our network on the following days: Thursday 20 July - RMT Saturday 22 July - RMT Saturday 29 July...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 14 Jul 23
  • The KCC Budget 2024-25 consultation launches today

    The KCC Budget 2024-25 consultation launches today

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    The priority for KCC remains to ensure that resources are directed where they are needed the most and spending managed within the finances a...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Jul 23
  • Kids Eat Free Deals for the Summer Holidays

    Kids Eat Free Deals for the Summer Holidays

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Lots of places where kids eat free (or for £1) during the 6 weeks summer holidays 2023.

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Jul 23
  • KCC Media Release: A Show of Hope for Kent and Medway

    KCC Media Release: A Show of Hope for Kent and Medway

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Art representing hope to raise awareness of suicide prevention will be showcased at leading gallery Turner Contemporary ahead of going on to...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 12 Jul 23
  • Let’s Talk Kent - Community Wardens consultation

    Let’s Talk Kent - Community Wardens consultation

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    The shape of the Community Warden service in Kent is the subject of a 12-week consultation beginning on 12 July. Because of the financial c...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 12 Jul 23
  • Vacancy for a Full Time Town Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer

    Vacancy for a Full Time Town Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Westgate on Sea Town Council is seeking to recruit for a full time Town Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer The job: Westgate on ...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 11 Jul 23
  • Birchington Silver Band Concert

    Birchington Silver Band Concert

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    St Saviour's Church, Westgate is holding a concert by Birchington Silver Band on Sunday 16th July at 3pm. Tickets are £7.00 and i...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 11 Jul 23
  • Operation Brock

    Operation Brock

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Operation Brock is set to return to the M20 this week ahead of a very busy summer getaway. With the highest passenger numbers since before ...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 11 Jul 23
  • Emergency Road Closure - Shottendane Road, Margate

    Emergency Road Closure - Shottendane Road, Margate

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Emergency Road Closure - Shottendane Road, Margate - 4th July 2023 (Thanet) It has been necessary to close Shottendane Road, Margate from 4...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Jul 23
  • Keep Kent Safe - Latest Alerts

    Keep Kent Safe - Latest Alerts

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    This week we held a talk on doorstep crime and how to safeguard yourself against scams to the Westgate-on-Sea community. In our social media...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Jul 23
  • The July edition of OUR NEWS is here

    The July edition of OUR NEWS is here

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    We are pleased to bring you the latest edition of our newsletter for Neighbourhood Watch supporters across England and Wales. Here are some ...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Jul 23
  • Meet the Councillor - Town Council Surgery

    Meet the Councillor - Town Council Surgery

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    On Saturday the 15th July there will be a Town Council Surgery to meet your Councillors between the hours of 10am and 11.30am. Feel free to...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Jul 23
  • Westgate Neighbourhood Plan

    Westgate Neighbourhood Plan

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Vote Yes For Our Westgate-On-Sea Neighbourhood Development Plan. Created by local people for local people. Thursday 31st August 2023.

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 5 Jul 23
  • Protecting your Smart Devices this Summer

    Protecting your Smart Devices this Summer

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    For many of us, today’s home is a very convenient and smart place to live, with more and more devices responding to a tap in an app or...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 5 Jul 23
  • KCC becomes a partner for the Money Guiders Programme

    KCC becomes a partner for the Money Guiders Programme

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    If you have conversations about money with people in your day-to-day work, a new partnership between Kent County Council (KCC) and the Money...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 5 Jul 23
  • Courier Fraud in Kent

    Courier Fraud in Kent

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Residents across Kent, in particular the East of the County have recently been targeted by Courier Fraudsters. The good news is that most re...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Jul 23
  • Have You Considered Shared Lives Care?

    Have You Considered Shared Lives Care?

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    This Shared Lives Week (26 June – 2 July) Kent County Council (KCC) is asking for more people to consider opening their homes to adult...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Jul 23
  • ASB Awareness Week 2023

    ASB Awareness Week 2023

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) awareness week, running from Monday 3rd July to Sunday 9th July 2023. ASB is not a low-level offence and deva...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Jul 23
  • Walk & Talk

    Walk & Talk

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    Join us for a stroll - or a roll (if you use wheels to get about) - along our beautiful coastline and the surrounding areas with others who ...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Jul 23
  • Road Maintenance (Micro Surfacing) - Park Road Birchington

    Road Maintenance (Micro Surfacing) - Park Road Birchington

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    When we plan to carry out the work and how long it will take This is to let you know that, as part of the on-going maintenance and improveme...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 30 Jun 23
  • Crime Prevention - Burglaries

    Crime Prevention - Burglaries

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    With the warmer weather upon us, it is tempting to keep windows and doors open to keep your property cool. Please remember to close ALL win...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 27 Jun 23
  • Free CPR & Defibrillator Training - 17th July

    Free CPR & Defibrillator Training - 17th July

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    There will be a free CPR & Defib training session at Westgate Fire Station, Osbourn Road on Monday 17th July 2023, 7.00pm to 9.00pm. Bo...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Jun 23
  • A299 Thanet Way, Canterbury, Swale & Thanet - Temporary Order July 2023

    A299 Thanet Way, Canterbury, Swale & Thanet - Temporary Order July 2023

    Westgate-On-Sea, Kent
    Article by: Gill Gray (Town Clerk/RFO)

    (PROHIBITION OF DRIVING & SUSPENSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL WEIGHT LIMIT) THE ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 TEMPORARY ORDER JULY 2023 To al...

    Westgate-on-Sea Town Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Jun 23