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Additional buses running
Two additional buses now run on Mondays to Fridays at 1745 hours from Downswood to Maidstone and at 1811 hours from Maidstone Bus Station to Downswood.
Kent Police Crime Commission Survey 2026
18th September 2026
It only takes a few minutes to complete. Annual Policing Survey 2026 (Page 1 of 4) ...
It's Been Cleared
17th September 2026
The Parish Council's Open Spaces Working Group have this week cleared the steps leading to the SSSI site . Before After ...
MBC - Climate Change and Biodiversity Newsletter - September 2026
16th September 2026
Read the latest news Climate Change and Biodiversity Newsletter - September 2026 ...
MBC - Environmental Services Newsletter Recycle Week 2026 - Special Edition
14th September 2026
Want to know more about recycling? Environmental Services Newsletter - Recycle Week Edition 2026 ...
Your fortnightly news update from Maidstone Borough Council
11th September 2026
For all the latest news from Maidstone Borough Council The Maidstone Bulletin - 11 September 2026 - News updates from Maidstone Borough Council ...
Downswood Photo Competition
9th September 2026
At our recent Parish Council meeting, we were delighted to announce the results of this year’s Downswood Photo Competition, proudly titled “The Beauty of Downswood.” All submissions were carefully reviewed by our independent judges, and after much consideration, the results were...
Link to MBC New Local Plan Process
9th September 2026
Maidstone Borough Council now provides a dedicated **Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)** section on its website, designed to guide residents through the evolving work on the **New Local Plan Review**. This resource brings together the most up‑to‑date information in one place, offering...
Downswood Parish Council warmly invites residents to share their views.
9th September 2026
Over the years, the Council has organised a wide range of community events, from seasonal celebrations to family activities and local gatherings. As our parish continues to evolve, we want to ensure that the events we provide remain meaningful, enjoyable, and relevant to the community we serve. ...
MBC News Release - Call for Sites - Local Plan Review Process
8th September 2026
MBC press release dated yesterday - 07/09/2026 Following the closure of the Call for Sites submission period, Maidstone Borough Council is providing further information about the next stage of the process. The submitted sites will now be assessed as part of a wider evidence base that will...
Local Government Review
8th September 2026
As of yesterday, Angela Rayner has effectively paused and withdrawn key decisions on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). This is not a minor delay: it is a formal halt pending a full legal and policy review following updated and privileged legal advice. What has Angela Rayner...
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