Fantastic to hear that the household support fund is to be extended - this has been vital to helping the most vulnerable families & individuals here in Medway and across the country. We will continue to work with the new government to find solutions to some of the longterm issues

Today (Tue, 3 Sep) is #MerchantNavyDay. We held a flag raising ceremony & have been flying the Red Ensign at our Gun Wharf office to remember the sacrifices of Merchant Navy seafarers, and recognise the modern day Merchant Navy, who are responsible for 95% of the UK's trade.

Just Ed Miliband making Richard Tice look v silly over renewable energy x

Our resurfacing works have been completed at Chatham Hill and Luton Arches Roundabout. Our contractor #VolkerHighways appreciates any feedback on this scheme to help improve the service they provide in #Medway. You can leave feedback at goo.gl/hB8gPT

If your child is starting Year 7 and planning on making their own way to school, make sure they are prepared: Practice the route with them Remind them the shortest route may not be the safest Test them on their Green Cross Code Find out more: orlo.uk/02Ylq

As children head back to school Cllr Alex Paterson Portfolio Holder for Community Safety, Highways and Enforcement says "make the most of the journey to school, walk there if you can, enjoy the time together with your children and stay safe" Find out more orlo.uk/wWzkY

Part of Rochester Pier is to be reopened to the public after it closed for safety reasons five years ago, Medway Council has said. Tap below to read more: bbc.in/3XaOaWl

I hope the return to school went safely and happily for parents and pupils. If the journey was stressful then why not plan ahead for a more relaxed drop-off and pick-up tomorrow.

This is deeply disappointing that people would attack an institution which is doing so much good in our community. Chatham Town has done so much for Chatham & Medway, let’s get behind them again at this time. #LoyalAndTrue #UpTheChats #ME4 #ProudToBeMedway #ProudToBeChatham

There's still time to have your say in our Local Plan consultation. We have outlined three options for development for homes and businesses: 1)Urban focus 2)Dispersed growth 3)A blended strategy Provide feedback 👇 orlo.uk/Medway_Local_P… #MedwayLocalPlan #YourFutureMedway

Congratulations to all the winners at last night’s Kent Charity Awards, especially those who do so much to help residents of Medway, including the Young Lives Foundation, SATEDA and the Halpern Charitable Foundation #KCA24

Our local schools, Police, Museum, Deputy Mayor, Medway interfaith leaders, diverse community leaders, community members, Councillors all came together to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the inauguration of #NasirMosqueGillingham #OneMedway #UnityInDiversity #ProudToBeMedway

Rochester Pier has now reopened to the public after 5 years, with plans for a new landing stage for larger vessels on Rochester Riverside. Partnership projects like this one with Friends of Rochester Churchfields & Esplanade are critical at a time when we continue to pay the price of the Tory budget black hole.

After 14 years of cuts to bus services like the Arriva Kent 155 in Borstal, Wouldham, Eccles and Burham I was pleased to note The Labour Party is giving powers to Medway Council + Kent County Council to work together on bus routes and services

💙Did you see our team showing off the beautiful #OxfordCanal on ITV News Meridian? If you’re interested in helping us #KeepCanalsAlive then why not #VolunteerByWater? Find out more👇canalrivertrust.org.uk/volunteer

New School Streets are coming. Help us fine-tune details such as camera locations and hours of operation by contributing to the consultation orlo.uk/Yivmj

When the apocalypse comes all that will be left will be radiation, cockroaches and the USDAW 'I'm Voting Labour' bags