Newington History Group - Roman Temple Saved

The remains of a 2,000-year-old Romano-Celtic temple recently excavated at Newington have been saved by Newington History Group.

The foundations have been removed - days before they would have been permanently lost beneath the development at Watling Place - with the aim of rebuilding them in the village as an educational heritage attraction.

NHG is excited and proud to have rescued Watling Place Temple in the nick of time. The stones were lifted a few days ago and are now in storage.

Measurements and photographs taken before the foundations were removed will enable the flints to be re-laid in the village in the correct alignment and to the original design.

We're so grateful to SWAT Archaeology who are helping us and to everyone whose interest in the excavation gave 'weight' to the proposal.

We'll post more information on our website www.newingtonhistorygroup.btck.co.uk and Facebook page.

Visit NHG's Roman exhibition at Newington Uncovered, part of the national Heritage Open Days event, at St. Mary's church on September 14th and 15th (2pm-5pm).

Richard Thompstone - Newington History Group

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Southeastern - December 2019 Timetable Consultation

Southeastern has launched a public consultation for their proposed timetable changes due in December 2019.

You can complete the December 2019 timetable proposals feedback form at: http://bit.ly/2McyCiR

And download the December 2019 timetable consultation PDF document at: http://bit.ly/2KFDIRw

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Kent Police and Crime Commissioner - Annual Policing Survey 2019

The PCC’s Annual Policing Survey 2019 is your opportunity to have your say about how safe you feel, what matters to you in your local community and your view of how Kent Police is performing, amongst other matters.

Your feedback is vital to assist Matthew Scott in making decisions about policing priorities and spending.

Click the link to start the survey >> www.kent-pcc.gov.uk/haveyoursay

Elliott Fitzsimmons

Office of the Kent Police & Crime Commissioner

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Overnight Road Closures - Oak Lane and Otterham Quay Lane

Overnight road closure - Otterham Quay Lane - Tuesday 27th August 2019.

Overnight road closure - Oak Lane - Monday 30th September 2019.

Overnight road closures are planned from 10:00pm through until approximately 6:00am, to enable Network Rail to carry out detailed bridge inspections.

The roads will be closed in the general vicinity of the railway bridges, to the extent indicated by signs and barriers on site.

Diversion signs will be in place for the alternative route for through traffic.

There is a slight chance that the works may over-run for such reasons as adverse weather conditions or unforeseen engineering difficulties.

The Network Rail 24 Hour National helpline is: 03457 114141

Website: www.networkrail.co.uk 

For details of roadworks, see: www.roadworks.org

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UpARA Make Large Donation to Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex

Congratulations to UpARA who have raised £1,010.20 for Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex, their chosen charity for 2018 - 2019.

John Tutt and UpARA Chairman, John Wishart presented Nick Turrell, Community Fundraising Manager with a cheque during the association's monthly meeting held on Friday 9th August at Upchurch Village Hall.

For more information about Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex, visit: www.aakss.org.uk

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Kent Police and Crime Commissioner - Annual Policing Survey 2019

Matthew Scott.

Kent Police & Crime Commissioner (PCC), Matthew Scott, has launched his Annual Policing Survey for Summer 2019.

The survey is your chance to influence Kent Police’s priorities by telling Matthew how safe you feel where you live, and what matters to you.  

Mr Scott said:

“PCCs are here to be a voice for the people they serve. I meet with local people and community groups all year round but my Annual Policing Survey provides me with a broader understanding of what matters most to the people of Kent. There are questions in there asking people how safe they feel where they live, and about their experiences as victims of crime.

I’m particularly interested to hear about the areas of work people would like to see police officers and staff to be focused on in future, and whether they would be willing to a little pay more for these extra resources through council tax.”

Mr Scott added:

“The feedback I receive from the survey each year helps me to hold the Chief Constable to account and informs my decision-making around the council tax precept. I encourage everyone living in Kent to get involved by completing the survey. This is your chance to have your say about policing in your community.”

Click the link to start the survey >> www.kent-pcc.gov.uk/haveyoursay

The survey is anonymous, and takes only a couple of minutes to complete online. Hard copies are also available by calling the PCC’s office on: 01622 677055.

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