Author: James Anderson, FRSA, CMgr MCMI

A new-build estate within the Kent Downs ‘National Landscape’ could be twice as big as originally proposed.McCulloch Homes has submitted plans for 110 properties next to Hawkinge Cemetery.The proposals include 77 houses, 33 flats and space for commercial units. Picture: Ubique ArchitectsIt follows a previous bid for 52 homes from a different applicant that was withdrawn in April 2024.The land is at the junction of Aerodrome Road and Spitfire Way in Hawkinge, a “growing town” where thousands of homes have been built in recent decades.But is also lies within a National Landscape – formerly known as an Area of Outstanding…

If you’re considering refreshing your exterior walls or learning how to paint a room yourself, you might wonder if this is the best time of year to paint your house. Not only can a fresh coat instantly transform your space and improve your home’s curb appeal, but could help you sell your house faster.That’s why it’s important to get the job done well, in the best conditions. Things like the right weather conditions, humidity and lighting all play a role in the finished results. Luckily, we’ve got a decorating expert at hand to answer all your paintwork questions. So if in…

(MENAFN- EIN Presswire) As summer begins to end and we step into September and the Fall, it’s time to start thinking about getting our properties ready for the colder months. VAUGHAN, ONTARIO, CANADA, September 18, 2022 /EINPresswire.com / — As summer begins to end and we step into September and the Fall, it’s time to start thinking about getting our properties ready for the colder months. One of the most important things to do as the colder weather approaches is to shut off outdoor water supplies and make sure that everything is all set for the winter frost. Getting all…

The accident took place at a construction site in Cathcart Hill, near Tufnell Park, on April 15, 2024. Premier Property and Construction Limited, an Essex roofing contractor, was working as a contractor under Axis Europe Limited, a London-based property refurbishment company. Essex roofing firm fined after worker falls from unprotected edge (Image: HSE) The injured worker was contracted as a general labourer. An investigation by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) revealed that during an unplanned lifting operation, a load became trapped. When the worker tried to free it, the load released and pulled him over the edge of the…

The Telegraph has shared its picks of the 10 prettiest villages in the UK for a winter weekend break. Introducing the list, it said: “Looking for a charming and atmospheric escape in the chilliest months of the year? Here are the cosiest honeypots to stay in.” Sussex village among UK’s prettiest to visit in winter Sharing the 10 picks, Telegraph travel expert Sarah Baxter said: “I love going away in Britain in winter, ideally somewhere small, quiet and seasonally appropriate – the sort of village that might show up on a classic Christmas card. “Weekend activities on offer should include…

Cleaning tiles can be a tedious and time-consuming task. You scrub and scrub, but the dirt won’t budge. You want your home to look its immaculate best but struggle with making your tiles shine. However, with the right know-how, it doesn’t have to be such an arduous and impossible task. It can be done. Here, we reveal some of the best tile cleaning in Denmark tips to help you get your tiles sparkling clean.  How to Deep Clean Your Tiles for a Shine that LastsThere are many ways in which you can deep clean your tiles.  For starters, it’s essential to use…

Counter-terrorism officers arrested three men and a woman in Brighton and Eastbourne on the morning of December 4. Two of the people arrested remain in custody while two others have been released with no further action. Two men aged 36 and 33, both from Eastbourne, remain in custody as enquiries continue, a spokesman said. Armed police swooped on a property in Eastbourne (Image: Sussex News and Pictures) A 27-year-old woman from Hailsham and a 41-year-old man from Eastbourne have been released with no further action. One of the men arrested in Eastbourne was taken out of an address after heavily…

WELSH fabricator Dudley’s Aluminium has completed work on zone one of Pentre Awel, Llanelli, a project which aims to improve the health and wellbeing of people in the region. On 15 October, Canolfan Pentre Awel, the largest ever regeneration project of its size in south-west Wales, opened its doors to the local community. It is one of nine major projects under the Swansea Bay City Deal, providing support in health and wellbeing, and offering spaces for developments for businesses, education and training. The project is being developed in four zones and Dudley’s Aluminium worked alongside main contractor Bouygues UK to…

The full allocation breakdown has been published by Active Travel England, a government agency which wants more local journeys to be walked, wheeled or cycled by 2030.Surrey County Council (SCC) has been awarded £19,800,132, while Medway Council has received £1,727,695. A total of £25,924,411 has been allocated to Kent County Council (KCC).West Sussex and East Sussex County Council have been given £5,464,466 and £3,376,793 respectively, with Brighton & Hove City Council (BHCC) awarded £4,538,302.The funding has all been allocated over a four-year period. Active Travel England has also ranked the local authorities according to their ability to deliver active travel…

Monsoon is not just a word, but a metaphor for hope, peace, celebration, adventure etc. in various parts of India. It is generally expected to last from June to September. The impact of monsoon on the local weather is different from place to place. In some places there is just a likelihood of having a little more or less rain. In other places, quasi semi-deserts are turned into vivid green grasslands where all sorts of plants and crops can flourish. Indian people tend to focus on consumption of alkaline water, home-cooked food to avoid communicable disease and maintain good health…