Issue - meetings

The Leader referenced the Borough Council’s recent achievements which included a silver award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme for supporting the armed forces, the Community Enforcement Teams success in tackling anti-social behaviour and the success of the 50^th Anniversary Community Grant Scheme.

Other areas highlighted included the Banking Hub based temporarily in Tonbridge Castle pending identification of a permanent location,  the ongoing consultation for a Tonbridge Town Council and the upcoming public engagement on proposals for the east of the High Street Master Plan.  The importance of engaging with residents and delivering new, viable facilities for the town was outlined.

Finally, on behalf of Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council, the Leader paid tribute to Sharon Shelton, Director of Finance and Transformation as a dedicated, efficient and diligent officer.  The Council recorded appreciation for 42 years of service and rigorous financial planning  and expressed good wishes for a well-deserved retirement.

Full Leaders announcements were available on the Borough Council’s YouTube channel.