Autumn Conference Saturday 12th November in Margate - Book now

We have a very interesting set of speakers this year and of course the subject matter is extremely topical and relevant to the civic society movement, as the Localism Bill and the National Planning Policy Framework have created such a furore in the national press, radio and television over the last few months. This event has been generously supported by Kent County Council

for details leaflet and booking form

The Bulletin contains an article by Chairman John Walker, with his comments on the contentious draft National Planning Policy Framework.
Also included is a report on the AGM and Canterbury conference with Sir Terry Farrell's inaugural Woolford Lecture. 'News from Societies'
describes the influential part played by the Margate Society in founding Turner Contemporary - the venue for KFAS AUTUMN CONFERENCE - and
the City of Rochester's loss of 'city' status.
to see Bulletin 42

JACK WOOLFORD Honorary Freeman - Dover
Jack Woolford, a mainstay for many years of the Kent Federation, has had his service recognised by being made an honorary freeman of Dover. The Mayor, Cllr Susan Jones, said 'we would like to thank you for the many years of selfless devotion to the town of Dover.'

KIG Appeal Defeated
The scale of the application can be seen in the above illustration: decisive factors include a loss of large area of open countryside, substantial harm to the setting of the Kent Downs AONB and serious damage to the bridleways and footpath that cross the site. This is an outstanding example of a professionally run local campaign which gained wide support inlcuding CPRE Kent and KFAS.
see KIG website for full details

Civic Voice Join Now

Nearly 300 societies have decided to join Civic Voice. Individual membership is available and costs £10.00.
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South East England Councils Voice for Region (SEEC)
SEEC is supported by almost all 74 councils in the region to be the representative voice for the South East especially important now that the South East England Partnership Board and South East England Development Agency have both been abolished.
http://www.secouncils.gov.uk/

21st Century Kent Sir Terry Farrell
Kent has the region's greatest potential for successful economic growth. It is adjacent to London and the whole country is now integrated more closely with the metropolitan economy thanks to High Speed 1.
to down load this KCC report

Lydd Airport public inquiry to be held
Eric Pickles, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government has called in the decision to expand Lydd airport’s runway and build a new terminal building, for review at a public inquiry.
Controversial plans to develop Lydd airport received planning approval, after Shepway councillors voted 27 votes to 12 to permit construction of a 294m runway extension with a 150m starter apron, and a new terminal capable of handling 500,000 passengers a year.
Lydd Airport
Shepway District Council reports
Protect Kent (CPRE) report
BBC Natural England repor

Dover Harbour for sale?

The Dover Society has made representation (see below) to ensure that historic buildings, several pictures and artifacts are secured for the town. It also insists that town improvements regarding traffic and the sea front are put in hand. The society assumes that a sale is a foregone conclusion. It welomes the proposed trust fund which will receive 10% of the Harbour Board profits; it supports the scheme for worker participation. KFAS Chairman, John Walker, has written to the Minister in support of the Dover Society's views.
Referendum for 'people's port bid' backed
Dover Harbour Board statement
Dover Society's representation to Minister

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