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HOUSING

Thanet District Council sets out proactive housing improvement plan following regulatory inspection

Thanet District Council is preparing a comprehensive improvement plan to address findings from the Regulator of Social Housing, following the publication of its inspection report on Wednesday 30 September 2026.

30 Sep 2026

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REGENERATION & DEVELOPMENT

Green energy forum highlights new employment and innovation opportunities for Ramsgate

More than 60 leaders from industry, government, education and the local community gathered at the Port of Ramsgate on Thursday 10 September to explore how Thanet can benefit from growth in green energy and maritime innovation.

25 Sep 2026

Exterior view of a newly built white modern extension connected to a period yellow-brick building. A sloping accessibility ramp with black metal railings runs alongside a small flight of steps, both with dark railings, leading up to an open sliding glass entrance door under a dark canopy.

HOUSING

New Thanet RISE Hub welcomes its first clients

The first clients have moved into Thanet District Council’s brand new RISE Hub in Grosvenor Place, Margate.

18 Sep 2026

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06 October 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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14 October 2026 | 19:00 PM - 21:00 PM

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