Making a difference to the people of Rainham

Road works affecting Rainham Central in Medway

News posted on Friday, 10 September 2010

Here is the the link to full information of all road works affecting Medway in general and Rainham Central in particular. We hope that you find this information useful.

Medway Planning Committee 15th September

News posted on Thursday, 9 September 2010

Here is the link to the next Medway Planning Committee meeting to be held at Gun Wharf Chatham on Wednesday September the 15th. The meetings begin at 7pm and are open to the public.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 6 September 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Woodside to be resurfaced

News posted on Saturday, 4 September 2010

Great news, after lobbying the Council we are pleased to inform you that Woodside in Wigmore will be resurfaced during the week begining 15th September. Here is a copy of the letter going out to residents this week:

Road Resurfacing–Woodside, (Maidstone Road to number 80), Rainham Read more...

Children and Adults OSC Thursday, 9 September 2010 6.30pm

News posted on Thursday, 2 September 2010

Here is the the link to the Children and Adults Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting due to be held on the 9th September at Meeting Room 9, Gun Wharf Chatham Kent ME4. Meeting commences at 6.30pm.

Gillingham Football Club official site

News posted on Saturday, 28 August 2010

Here is the the link to the Gillingham Football Club official site, hope you find this useful.

Abnormal load travelling through Gillingham Friday 3rd September

News posted on Tuesday, 24 August 2010

There will be an abnormal load travelling through Gillingham on the night of Friday the 3rd September. The National Grid vehicles (75 metres long) will leave Chatham Docks at approximately 10pm, accompanied by a police escort and rolling road closure. It will travel along Pier Road, Sovereign Boulevard, Hoath Way A278 to the M2 Junction 4. It will then continue on the M2 to Junction 3 Bluebell Hill. We hope that you find this information useful.

Special Health & Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting 23rd August.

News posted on Wednesday, 18 August 2010

Here is the the link to the special meeting of Medway's Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting on Monday 23rd August at Gun Wharf meeting room 2. The meeting commences at 6.30pm.

Zero tolerance litter campaign launched in Medway

News posted on Friday, 13 August 2010

The Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Community Safety and Enforcement Cllr Mike O'Brien has launched a Zero tolerance Anti Litter Campaign today. Here is the the link to the Community Safety Partnership with full details.

HMS Cavalier needs your vote

News posted on Thursday, 12 August 2010

HMS Cavalier urgently needs your vote again, please take the time to visit the link to cast your vote. HMS Cavalier is a tremendous asset to Medway's heritage. Cllr Mike O'Brien served on her sister ship HMS Cavendish during his time in the Royal Navy.

Regeneration Community & Culture Overview and Scrutiny

News posted on Wednesday, 11 August 2010

Here is the the link to the Regeneration Community & Culture Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting which will be held on Wednesday 18th July at 6.30pm. The venue is Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent ME4

Please join us in opposing Gillingham East

News posted on Saturday, 7 August 2010

The new Premier Inn at Maidstone Road Rainham Kent is being called Gillingham East. Having opposed the building of the Hotel in the first instance, it is galling to see that Premier Inns are now trying to wipe Rainham off of the map. Please show your support by joining us in opposing this name and calling on Premier Inns to rename the Hotel - Rainham Kent. Picture shows Mike with the offending sign showing the proposed name

Stars back Medway's 2012 bid for City status

News posted on Saturday, 31 July 2010

Here is the the link to the BBC website giving details of the stars backing to Medway's 2012 bid for City Status. We hope you find this of interest.

From Sunday, 1 August the Wigmore Bridge will be repaired and resurfaced.

News posted on Wednesday, 28 July 2010

Here is the the link to full information on major road works affecting Rainham Central in particular. We hope that you find this information useful.

Latest edition of Medway Matters is now out

News posted on Wednesday, 28 July 2010

Here is the the link to full information on Medway Matters. You can now read on-line. We hope that this is of interest to you.

Cllr Mike O'Brien attends Medway Community Day at Rainham Girls School

News posted on Saturday, 24 July 2010

Cllr Mike O'Brien the Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Community Safety and Enforcement attended the Medway Community Day held at Rainham Girls School this morning with the Deputy Mayor Cllr Vaughan Hewitt. Lots of different community stalls were present, including Bee Keepers, Vegetable growers, Composting, Face Painting and lots of various activities for the children and adults alike. Photograph shows Mike with the Deputy Mayor, Matt Feekings from Medway Waste Minimisation and Promotion, the organiser. Also present was Lindsay Wayman from WRAP(Waste Resource Action Plan).

Medway Council takes over Swale CCTV

News posted on Friday, 23 July 2010

Here is the the link to the Community Safety Partnership website giving full details of how Medway Council is keeping a wider area of Kent safe from this week with the launch of a CCTV service for residents of Swale..

Rainham Central Cllrs have a birds eye view of Rainham Central

News posted on Thursday, 22 July 2010

Rainham Central Councillors Barry Kemp and Mike O'Brien have taken a birds eye view of their ward by taking advantage of the St Margarets Church open day when visitors were allowed up to the top of the clock tower. Mike O'Brien said : "After the initial climb to the top of the tower, the views were, quite frankly breathtaking. We could see virtually the whole of Rainham Central and Rainham North, it was well worth the climb" Photograph shows Barry and Mike looking out over Rainham Central.

Medway Council meeting 29th July 2010

News posted on Thursday, 22 July 2010

Here is the the link to the meeting of Medway's Full Council meeting at the St Georges Centre in Chatham Maritime on Thursday July the 29th.

St Margaret's PACT meeting 26th July

News posted on Wednesday, 21 July 2010

The next meeting of the St Margaret's PACT is on Monday the 26th July at 7.30pm. The venue is the United Services Club on the A2 at the junction with Mierscourt Road Rainham. The main topic is the Cherry Tree Play Area.

Cllr Mike O'Brien presents the Medway Community Safety Partnership Plan to Cabinet

News posted on Tuesday, 20 July 2010

The Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Community Safety and Enforcement presented the Medway Community Partnership Plan to the Medway Cabinet today. It was passed unanimously. Here is the the link to the Cabinet Agenda which includes the Community Safety Partnership Plan and we hope that you find it of interest.

Update on alleged Rape attack in Rainham

News posted on Tuesday, 20 July 2010

Here is the the link the Community Safety website with the latest press release on the alledged rape attack in Rainham over the weekend, we hope that you find it of interest.

The truth about those alleged attacks over the weekend

News posted on Monday, 19 July 2010

There have been various rumours circulating in Rainham Kent over the weekend about various alleged sex attacks. There have in fact been 2 reported last week. Here is the the link to the Press report. Rainham Central Ward is a safe and pleasant place in which to live and Medway Council work in close cooperation with our partners in Kent Police to ensure that it remains so.

Cllr Mike O'Brien attends Barnado's Garden Party

News posted on Sunday, 18 July 2010

Rainham Central Cllr Mike O'Brien attended the Barnado's fund raising Garden Party this afternoon in the lovely garden of 4 Broadview Avenue. Packed full of supporters for this worthwhile Charity, the main objective of which was to meet fellow supporters and of course to raise much needed money for the charity. Photograph shows Mike with four of the lovely ladies helping to run the afternoon.

World Heritage Bid

News posted on Saturday, 17 July 2010

Here is the the link to the World Heritage Bid Website, we hope you find this of interest.

Cllr Mike O'Brien urges dog owners to clean up their act

News posted on Saturday, 17 July 2010

Here is the link to the Medway Community Partnership website where you can find the full story plus other news. We hope that you find this useful.

Have you registered for the Medway Mile 2010 yet?

News posted on Saturday, 17 July 2010

Here is the link to the Medway Mile website where you can find the full story plus other news. We hope that you find this useful.

Health & Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee

News posted on Wednesday, 14 July 2010

Here is the the link to the next Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee 15th July, 5.30pm at Gun Wharf in Chatham, members of the Public are invited.

Cllr Mike O'Brien visits Mega Card Swap

News posted on Tuesday, 13 July 2010

Rainham Central Councillor Mike O'Brien visited the Mega Football Card Swap on Sunday afternoon at the St Matthews Church Hall. Organised by members of the congregation of St Matthews the event attracted hundreds of youngster, and adults, who wished to swap their football cards. Paul Warren the main organiser said "It attracted lots of youngsters and it was a joy to see them interacting with each other whilst swapping and discussing their cards". Photo shows Mike looking around the event.

Cllr Mike O'Brien attends Simulated Road Traffic Accident in Gillingham

News posted on Monday, 12 July 2010

Here is the the link to the Medway Community Safety Partnership website. This gives full details of Mike's visit to the simulated road traffic accident in Gillingham High Street last Friday evening. We hope that you find this information useful.

How well did your Medway GP score?

News posted on Saturday, 10 July 2010

Here is the link to the NHS Medway website showing how well your GP has scored. Hope you find this useful.

Cllr Mike O'Brien attends simulated road traffic accident in Gillingham

News posted on Friday, 9 July 2010

The Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Community and Safety in Medway Mike O'Brien attended the simulated road traffic accident (RTA) display in Gillingham High Street this evening. Partners from South East Ambulance, the Police and of course the Fire Service put on a superbly realistic RTA with real life volunteers realistically playing the part of the victims. A large crowed gathered to watch the display, photo shows Mike with all of the team involved in the exercise.

Cllr Mike O'Brien addresses Local Government Association

News posted on Wednesday, 7 July 2010

The Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Community and Safety Cllr Mike O'Brien addressed the Local Government Associations annual conference today. He was joined by the Parliamentary Undersecretary of State for Local Government Bob Neil MP, David Frost the Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce and Cllr Paul Bettison the Chairman of the LGA with special responsibility for Local Government Regulation. Mike's presentation covered the Estates Excellence Award Scheme that was piloted in Medway in November 2009.

Rainham Central Cllrs present a new mower to St Margarets Church

News posted on Monday, 5 July 2010

Rainham Central Councillors Rehman Chishti MP, Barry Kemp and Mike O'Brien have presented St Margaret's Churchyard group of volunteers with a brand new petrol mower to assist them with their regular churchyard grass cutting. The Councillors said : "The Church is such an integral and vibrant part of our community, the volunteers work extremely hard keeping the grass in the churchyard under control and we were pleased to have been able to assist them with this mower which we have paid for from our Ward Funds". Pictured here are the Rainham Central Councillors with a group of volunteers.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 5 July 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Rehman Chishti MP opens the Macklands Summer Fayre

News posted on Sunday, 4 July 2010

Rehman Chishti MP opened the Macklands House PACT Summer Fayre this afternoon. Here he is photographed at the opening with the Mayor of Medway Councillor David Brake, The Mayoress Mrs Carmita Brake and Rainham North Councillor Vaughan Hewitt.

Medways campaign for City status

News posted on Saturday, 3 July 2010

Here is the the link to the Medway goes for City Status website. We hope that you both find this useful and of course that you support our campaign for City status.

Rainham Central Cllrs attend Mierscourt Primary School Summer Fayre

News posted on Saturday, 3 July 2010

Rainham Central Councillors Rehman Chishti MP and the Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Community Safety and Enforcement Mike O'Brien visited Mierscourt Primary School Summer Fayre today. Pictured here is Rehman and Mike with Craig Harvey who not only plays for the Hollands and Blair Football Club but also runs the youth football club.

Old Shell Garage site opposite Edwin Road

News posted on Saturday, 3 July 2010

Hot off of the press is the news that the applicants for a fast food takeaway at the Old Shell Garage on the A2 opposite Edwin Road have gone to appeal. It is their right of course, we will have to wait for the outcome of the appeal and hope that the Inspector agrees with us, we will of course keep you posted. Here are the appeal details:

TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990 Read more...

Marlborough Unit Maidstone Road Rainham

News posted on Wednesday, 30 June 2010

The Planning Committee have given permission for this development to now go ahead, subject to the main change that your Rainham Central Councillors have campaigned for, and that was a bungalow in place of the proposed house adjacent to number 41 Maidstone Road. Your Rainham Central Councillors have fought a long campaign against this development and have attempted to get MHS Homes to consider Sheltered Housing. However, this was not to be the case. In the meantime, MHS Homes are still appealing against the previous decision to build a house next door to number 41 and we have to hope that the Inspector does not grant this appeal.

Road works affecting Rainham Central in Medway

News posted on Thursday, 24 June 2010

Here is the the link to full information of all road works affecting Medway in general and Rainham Central in particular. We hope that you find this information useful.

Rehman Chishti MP attend the Hollands & Blair Presentation Evening

News posted on Sunday, 20 June 2010

Rehman Chishti MP for Gillingham and Rainham was guest of honour last night at the Annual Presentation evening for the Hollands and Blair Football Team. Here Rehman is the President of the Club and is pictured here with the Chairman Laurence Plummer and the Corporate Director Spencer Teachen. Rehman presented prizes to the the team members and was given a warm welcome by all of the players and their guests. Here is the link to the Hollands and Blair Football Club website.

Mike O'Brien launches DAAT week in Chatham High Street

News posted on Saturday, 19 June 2010

Mike was given the pleasure of opening the DAAT week in Chatham High Street this week, here is his opening speech : Hello I am Cllr Mike O'Brien, Medway Council's Portfolio Holder for Community Safety and Enforcement....

I am delighted to be here today to launch this year's Medway Drug and Alcohol Awareness week. Read more...

Road works affecting Rainham Central in Medway

News posted on Friday, 18 June 2010

Here is the the link to full information of all road works affecting Medway in general and Rainham Central in particular. We hope that you find this information useful.

Medway Council meeting 17th June 2010

News posted on Thursday, 17 June 2010

Here is the the link to the agenda for tonights Full Council meeting. Hope to see you there.

Rainham Central Cllrs meet at the House of Commons

News posted on Tuesday, 15 June 2010

Photograph shows the Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Community Safety and Enforcement meeting with the Member of Parliament for Gillingham and Rainham Rehman Chishti at the House of Commons today. Reh and Mike discussed issues surrounding Community Safety and Enforcement in Medway in general and Gillingham and Rainham in particular. Mike said today "I wanted to build upon the excellent work that Rehman had carried out during his term of office as Cabinet Member so he was my obvious choice to discuss issues in Medway today. He has a wealth of experience and I have gained useful insight and ideas to explore.

Reh and Mike visit Kent Scout Group at Grange Farm

News posted on Saturday, 12 June 2010

Rainham Central Councillors Rehman Chishti MP and the Cabinet Porfolio Holder for Community Safety and Enforcement Cllr Mike O'Brien visited the Kent Scout Group gatherings at their new country side camp at Grange Farm near Boxley. Reh and Mike met many senior scouting figures as well as local youngsters from Gillingham and Rainham. Photograph shows Rehman and Mike trying their hand at hoopla shooting with members of a local Gillingham and Rainham Scout Troup.

Reh and Mike visit Danecourt School Fayre

News posted on Saturday, 12 June 2010

Rainham Central Councillors Rehman Chishti MP and the Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Community Safety and Enforcement Cllr Mike O'Brien visited Danecourt School Fayre in Gillingham this afternoon. Reh and Mike tried their hand at various stalls and met pupils , staff and parents. Photograph shows Reh and Mike with two members of staff at the school cake stall.

Road works affecting Rainham Central in Medway

News posted on Tuesday, 8 June 2010

Here is the the link to full information of all road works affecting Medway in general and Rainham Central in particular. We hope that you find this information useful.

Latest Bus Timetables and Information for Medway

News posted on Friday, 4 June 2010

Here is the the link to the latest information on Buses in the Medway Towns. You can also download the latest up to date timetable. We hope this is of interest to you.

Best Street/High Street Masterplan Consultation

News posted on Thursday, 3 June 2010

Here is the the link to full information of the Best Street/High Street in Chatham Master Plan Consulation. We hope that you find this information useful.

SOS Bus in Medway

News posted on Thursday, 3 June 2010

Here is the the link to full information of the SOS Bus in Medway, jointly funded by Medway Council, Kent Police and NHS Medway. We hope that you find this information useful.

Road works affecting Rainham Central in Medway

News posted on Thursday, 3 June 2010

Here is the the link to full information of all road works affecting Medway in general and Rainham Central in particular. We hope that you find this information useful.

Neighbourhood Policing Team for Rainham Central

News posted on Wednesday, 2 June 2010

Here is the the link to our Neighbourhood Policing Team for Rainham Central.

New Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Community Safety and Enforcement

News posted on Tuesday, 1 June 2010

Cllr Mike O’Brien became Medway Council’s Portfolio Holder for Community Safety and Enforcement last month. He quickly wants to get a handle on the issues causing residents in all 22 wards the most concern and will spend the first 90 days visiting as many PACTS, Community Neighbourhood Groups and Residents Groups as possible to find out what their issues are at first hand. Photograph shows Mike visiting the Macklands Way PACT, he is accompanied by local Rainham North Councillor and Deputy Mayor Cllr Vaughan Hewitt. Here is the the link

Road works affecting Rainham Central in Medway

News posted on Friday, 28 May 2010

Here is the the link to full information of all road works affecting Medway in general and Rainham Central in particular. We hope that you find this information useful.

Medway Community Safety Partnership

News posted on Thursday, 27 May 2010

Here is the the link to the useful Medway Community Safety Partnership website.

St Margaret's PACT meeting 1st June

News posted on Thursday, 27 May 2010

There will be a St Margaret's PACT meeting at 7.30pm on the 1st June at the United Services Club opposite Mierscourt Road on the A2 in Rainham. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the issues surround the new play area at Cherry Tree Orchard.

MHS Homes goes to Appeal over Marlborough Unit

News posted on Tuesday, 25 May 2010

Rather surprisingly, MHS Homes have gone to appeal, which is their right, over Medway Councils refusal to grant planning permission on their proposed development. Here is the text of the letter : TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990

Town & Country Planning (General Development Procedure Order) 1995 (as amended) Read more...

A useful site for non urgent Police enquiries

News posted on Tuesday, 25 May 2010

Here is the the link to a useful site for non urgent Police enquiries.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 24 May 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Medway Matters - the Medway Council News Magazine

News posted on Saturday, 22 May 2010

Here is the the link to Medway Matters where past issues can also be obtained.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 17 May 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Latest Planned Roadworks affecting the Medway Towns

News posted on Sunday, 16 May 2010

Here is the the link to the latest Planned Road Works in Medway. This list only shows roadworks logged as causing possible substantial delays to traffic.
All dates are estimated and subject to change.

Shaping the future of your Ambulance service

News posted on Friday, 14 May 2010

This message has just been received from Kent and Medway Networks (The Link) -South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Trust (SECAmb) have announced details of this year's ‘Shaping the future of your ambulance service' days. These events give patients, members of the public, staff and people from organisations they work with a chance to hear from the Chief Executive, put questions to the directors, take part in group discussions about how to improve their services, and meet other people with an interest in health services.

This is the fourth year running they are holding these successful events, and this year there will be six (one in each local authority area) as opposed to the usual three, in order to enable more people to attend. As always, these are interesting, interactive events with lunch and refreshments provided. Read more...

Rainham Central Councillors Surgery Saturday 15th May

News posted on Thursday, 13 May 2010

Rainham Central Councillors, along with the Member of Parliament will be holding an open air surgery in the Rainham Shopping Centre Precinct this coming Saturday at 9am. Please come along to visit us with any enquiries that you might have or just to say hello. We look forward to seeing you.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 10 May 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Rehman Chishti wins Gillingham and Rainham

News posted on Friday, 7 May 2010

A long hard campaign, with 6am starts every day, paid dividends yesterday when Rehman Chishti won the Gillingham and Rainham seat. Photo shows the Mayor of Medway Councillor David Royle announcing the result at nearly 6am in the morning! (Promoted by Brigita Amey on behalf of Rehman Chishti both of 200 Canterbury Street Gillingham ME7 5XG)

The 6am Campaign Team enjoy breakfast at Macdonalds

News posted on Tuesday, 4 May 2010

The 6am Campaign Team were up even earlier this morning to start the final 48 hours campaigning. Pictured here are the Conservative Parliamentary Candidate Cllr Rehman Chishti and Cllr Mike O'Brien with two of the early morning team, enjoying a well earned breakfast at MacDonalds in Gillingham High Street. (Promoted by Brigita Amey on behalf of Rehman Chishti both of 200 Canterbury Street Gillingham ME7 5XG)

Shadow Secretary of State for the Environment visits Rainham

News posted on Tuesday, 4 May 2010

Shadow Environment Secretary of State Greg Clark is pictured here with the Gillingham and Rainham Conservative Parliamentary Candidate Rehman Chisti with his two Rainham Central colleagues Cllrs Barry Kemp and Mike O'Brien, when he visited Gillingham and Rainham today to help with the campaigning. Promoted by Brigita Amey on behalf of Rehman Chishti both of 200 Canterbury Street Gillingham ME7 5XG)

Rehman Chishti addresses the North Gillingham Church Hustings

News posted on Saturday, 1 May 2010

The Conservative Parliamentary Candidate Rehman Chishti addressed the packed Church audience at the North Gillingham Church Hustings last Thursday 29th April. The Hustings were held in St Marks Church in Canterbury Street Gillingham. Rehman wiped the floor with his opponents and wowed the Church audience with his sincerity.Rehman's final impassioned address was greeted with enthusiasm by all members of the public present. (Promoted by Brigita Amey on behalf of Rehman Chishti both of 200 Canterbury Street Gillingham ME7 5XG)

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Saturday, 1 May 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Rainham Central Cllrs address the UK Welfare Foundation

News posted on Monday, 26 April 2010

Rainham Central Cllr Mike O'Brien, along with his colleague Cllr Rehman Chishti had the pleasure of being invited to address the UK Welfare Foundation at Byron Road School in Gillingham yesterday (Sunday 25th April). Here is the link to the UK Welfare Organisation. The keynote speech was given by Rehman Chishti. Pictured is Cllr Mike O'Brien addressing the audience on what the Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee were doing for the people of the Medway Towns.

William Hague visits Rainham Shopping Centre

News posted on Wednesday, 21 April 2010

There was a touch of Election fever this morning when William Hague visited the Campaign Street Stall in Rainham Shopping Precinct. Shoppers young and old queued to have the opportunity of meeting William, including students who had their photographs taken with him. Pictured is William Hague with the Rainham Central Councillors Rehman Chishti, Mike O'Brien and Barry Kemp. Afterwards Mike said "The morning can only be described as fantastic".

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 19 April 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Shadow Chancellor George Osborne visits Gillingham today

News posted on Monday, 12 April 2010

The Shadow Chancellor George Osborne visited Gillingham and Rainham today. Pictured here is The Shadow Chancellor with the Conservative Parliamentary Candidate Rehman Chishti, the Leader of Medway Council Councillor Rodney Chambers and Rainham Central Councillor Mike O'Brien. The Shadow Chancellor visited MEMS Engineering in Beechings Way Gillingham this morning to speak to local businessmen.

Cllr Reh Chishti launches Conservative NHS Pledge in Gillingham

News posted on Saturday, 10 April 2010

The Conservative Parliamentary Candidate Cllr Rehman Chishti today launched the Conservative NHS Pledge in both Rainham and Gillingham Town Centres. Pictured here with colleague Cllr Mike O'Brien and a supporter in Gillingham High Street today at the Parliamentary Street Stall. Rehman said "The support from the people of Gillingham and Rainham can only be described as fantastic".

Cllr Reh Chishti joins Alzheimer's Stall in Rainham

News posted on Saturday, 10 April 2010

Councillor Rehman Chishti joined the Alzheimer's Stall in the St Margaret's Millennium Hall this morning at the indoor Boot Fayre organised by the Friends of St Margaret's Church. Pictured is Rehman with his colleague and fellow Rainham Central Councillor Mike O'Brien.

Rehman Chishti addresses Federation of Small Businesses

News posted on Friday, 9 April 2010

The Conservative Parliamentary Candidate Cllr Rehman Chishti was invited to speak to a packed meeting of the Federation of Small Businesses last evening at the Pembroke Centre in the University of Greenwich in Chatham Maritime. Rehman easily outshone his opponents in the first hustings of the campaign. The Conservative pledge to scrap the Labour employment tax of a 1% rise in National Insurance contributions was exremely well received.

Medway Council's Full Council Meeting 15th April

News posted on Wednesday, 7 April 2010

Here is the the link to the meeting of Medway's Full Council meeting at the St Georges Centre in Chatham Maritime on Thursday April the 15th.

Campaigning in Gillingham and Rainham

News posted on Tuesday, 6 April 2010

Picture shows Francis Maude MP with Reh Chishti and the Conservative team in Gillingham High Street this afternoon. This followed a successful street stall in Rainham in the Shopping Precinct with a fantastically warm reception in both shopping centres. Francis met with local business people as well as talking to well wishers in the High Street.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 5 April 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Rainham Central Councillors support HANDS

News posted on Tuesday, 30 March 2010

Rainham Central Councillors Reh Chishti, Barry Kemp and Mike O'Brien visited the HANDS Volunteer Centre at Cranford House in Longley Road Rainham Kent this afternoon to present them with a cheque for £500 from their Ward Improvement Fund. HANDS has many clients who live in the Rainham Central area and provide an invaluable service to them. Here is the the link to their website.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 29 March 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Mike & Reh support Macmillan Spring Fayre

News posted on Sunday, 28 March 2010

Reh and Mike were pleased to support the Macmillan Spring Fayre on Saturday 27th March at the St Margarets Millennium Hall. It was a fantastic morning which raised £845 which is really great. Pictured is Mike and Reh with the fabulous ladies organising the tea and cakes.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 22 March 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Reh comes a credible 2nd in Capston Sports Relief mile run

News posted on Monday, 22 March 2010

Reh Chishti came a credible 2nd place in the Sports Relief Charity Mile at Capston Park Chatham in Medway yesterday.Raising extra funds for Sports Relief. Well done Reh. Thanks to Mick Buston, a fellow Twitterer for this photograph. Mick can be found atthe link

Puffin Crossing on A2 by Guardian Court and Pump Lane

News posted on Thursday, 18 March 2010

We are pleased to inform residents that work will start on installing the new Puffin Crossing by Guardian Court and Pump Lane on the A2. Work is scheduled to start on March 29th, to enable these works to be carried out safely, it will be necessary to introduce the following measures: 1. Temporary 30mph speed limit on the A2 from 20m East of Elizabeth Court to 235m East of Guardian Court for the duratin of the works. 2. Road closure of Pump Lane at the junction with the A2 for exiting traffic for the duration of the works. 3. Complete road closure of Pump Lane at the junction of the A2 for up to 5 days during school half term time. A signed diversion will be provided to direct traffic along Beechings Way and up Bloors Lane to the A2. 4. Prevent parking on the A2 West of Marshall Road to 185m East of Guardian Court.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Wednesday, 17 March 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Regeneration Community & Culture Overview and Scrutiny

News posted on Wednesday, 17 March 2010

Here is the the link to the Regeneration Community & Culture Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting which will be held tomorrow Thursday the 18th of January at 6.30pm. The venue is Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent ME4

101 Maidstone Road Rainham loses Appeal

News posted on Wednesday, 17 March 2010

Rainham Central Councillors are pleased to announce that the Government Inspector has dismissed the appeal from the applicants of 101 Maidstone Road Rainham Kent who wanted to turn it into a fast food takeaway. This followed petitions from the local residents and campaigning from the Rainham Central Councillors on residents behalf.

Special Select Committee on Carers 23rd March

News posted on Tuesday, 16 March 2010

Medways Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee are holding a special Select Committee style meeting on March 23rd to consider support for carers mainly around the topic of implementation of the Carers Strategy. Here is the the link to the agenda for the meeting due to be held on Tuesday the 23rd March at Gun Wharf Chatham Kent ME4 4TR.The meeting commences at 5pm. There will be speakers at that meeting who are particularly invited to attend to give evidence but I am just letting you know that if anyone who is a carer or a member of a carers association would be interested in attending they are very welcome. For further information please contact the Overview and Scrutiny Co-ordinator Rosie Gunstone on 01634 332715.

Marlborough Unit Maidstone Road Rainham

News posted on Thursday, 11 March 2010

Excellent Planning Meeting last night, the Committee listened to our call for a refusal on this development and voted to refuse. Obviously, the applicant has the right to appeal but hopefully they will come back with a development more suited to the area.

Arthur Road Rainham to be resurfaced

News posted on Wednesday, 10 March 2010

Rainham Central Councillors are pleased to announce that they have successfully bid for Arthur Road to be resurfaced. This has become necessary due to the recent exceptional cold spell. It is hoped to commence the work around mid to late March and residents will be advised of the exact start date.

New Walk in Health Centre in Parkwood Rainham

News posted on Wednesday, 10 March 2010

A new Walk In Health Centre is now operating in Parkwood Rainham on Monday to Friday from 2pm - 6pm. The Parkwood GP Surgery welcomes Registered and Unregistered patients. A Walk In service is provided for Unregistered patients at the above times, they will have to complete a quick form and then wait for the next available clinician. If you need help out of hours then Medway On Call (MedOCC) can be contacted on 01634 891855.

Business Support Overview and Scrutiny 16th March 2010

News posted on Tuesday, 9 March 2010

Here is the the link to the Business Support Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting due to be held on Tuesday the 16th March at Gun Wharf Chatham Kent ME4 4TR.The meeting commences at 7pm.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 8 March 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Marlborough Unit site visit

News posted on Saturday, 6 March 2010

Rainham Central Councillors Reh Chishti, Barry Kemp and Mike O'Brien attended the site visit at the Marlborough Unit in Maidstone Road Rainham this morning to support their opposition to the proposed development my MHS Homes. The matter will be on the agenda at the Planning Meeting this coming Wednesday 10th March. Photograph shows Barry, Reh and Mike with Spokesperson Mr Doug Brenton and some of the residents of Maidstone Road affected by the proposal.

Cllr Reh Chishti at Saturday morning Street Stall in Rainham

News posted on Saturday, 6 March 2010

Following the Marlborough Unit site visit, Reh Chishti, Mike O'Brien and helpers continued with their regular street stall in the Rainham Shopping Centre. Although the weather was cold this morning, the reception from local residents was indeed warming and supportive. Many pledges of support. Photograph shows Reh Chishti with some willing helpers, photo by courtesy of Mike O'Brien

Planning Committee meeting 10th March 2010

News posted on Wednesday, 3 March 2010

Here is the the link to the Planning meeting due to be held on Wednesday 10th March at Meeting Room 2, Gun Wharf Chatham Kent ME4. Meeting commences at 7pm.

Stop the Estuary Airport Campaign

News posted on Monday, 1 March 2010

Help stop Boris with his bizarre plans for an Estuary Airport, please join our campaign now. Here is the link to the website where you can download a poster for display.

Rainham Central Councillors accompany Deputy Mayor to the Sikh Temple in Byron Road

News posted on Sunday, 28 February 2010

The Deputy Mayor Councillor Barry Kemp, accompanied by his two Rainham Central colleagues Councillors Reh Chishti and Mike O'Brien were pleased to accept an invitation to attend the Sunday Worship at the Sikh Sri Guru Nanak Gurdwara in Byron Road, Gillingham today. The Deputy Mayor thanked the President of the Gurdwara for his kind invitation and he and his colleagues enjoyed a home cooked lunch afterwards. The Gillingham Gurdwara was established in 1984 and this religious and community centre serves the Sikh community of Gillingham, Rainham, Sittingbourne, Sheerness, Canterbury and Dover. The Temple performs religious, marriage, birthday and about 15 festival ceremonies. Some 150 Sikh families use the centre for various activities, such as sports, mother tongue education and community welfare awareness information services.

Photograph shows the Deputy Mayor Councillor Barry Kemp with, on his right, Councillor Mike O'Brien and Councillor Reh Chishti, with the President of the Gurdwara and members of the Executive Committee. Read more...

Medway Council's Full Council Meeting 4th March

News posted on Thursday, 25 February 2010

Here is the the link to the meeting of Medway's Full Council meeting at the St Georges Centre in Chatham Maritime on Thursday March the 4th.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 22 February 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Rainham Central Councillors help 1st Wigmore Girl Guides

News posted on Monday, 22 February 2010

Rainham Central Ward Councillors were pleased to have been able to assist 16 year old Rebecca Murrell of the 1st Wigmore Guides by giving her £500 to help her to travel to Sangam in India as part of the Girl Guides Centenary. The trip will give Rebecca the opportunity to work in a Community Project with local children. Picture shows Councillor Barry Kemp, Mike O'Brien and Reh Chishti presenting Rebecca with the cheque.

Campaigning in Twydall this morning

News posted on Saturday, 20 February 2010

The Conservative Parliamentary Candidate Cllr Reh Chishti was campaigning in Rainham and Twydall this morning. Street Stalls were held in Parkwood, Rainham and then Twydall. Photograph shows Cllr Reh Chishti, Cllr Mike O'Brien and Phil Manning at the Twydall Street Stall outside the Twydall Post Office. Reh said "It has been a fantastic reception from the people of Twydall in particular, they have been walking up asking for our latest Newsletter". Just like Rainham and Parkwood the enthusiastic response of the electorate has been extremely encouraging.

Funding secured for Solar Panel Speed Signs in Marshall Road

News posted on Saturday, 20 February 2010

MORE GREAT NEWS!Following many complaints from residents of Marshall Road about speeding traffic,your Rainham Central Conservative Councillors are pleased to announce that after successfully securing £35,000 of funding for Solar Panelled Speed Signs in Marshall Road Rainham. The Highway Department will shortly be conducting surveys and consultations. We will of course continue to monitor the situation and will take whatever steps are necesssary to make our Ward a safe environment.

Medway Full Council Meeting (Budget) 25th February

News posted on Thursday, 18 February 2010

Here is the the link to the the Full Council (Budget) on the 25th February at the St Georges Centre in Chatham Maritime.

Abnormal load travelling through Gillingham this Friday

News posted on Wednesday, 17 February 2010

National Grid Plc

16 February 2010 Dear Cllr O'Brien, Abnormal load deliveries to Kemsley Substation in Sittingbourne I am writing to inform you that a series of large deliveries are being made to Kemsley Substation in Sittingbourne over the weekends of Friday, 19 through to Monday, 22 February and again between Saturday 27 February and Monday, 1 March. The main vehicles, which are 75 metres in length, will be accompanied by a police escort and a rolling road closure will be in place. They will depart from Chatham Docks and take the following route to Kemsley Substation: Pier Road - Yokosuka Way - Ito Way - A2 (East) - Hoath Way A278 - M2 Jct 4 - M2 Jct 3 - Bluebell Hill A229 - M20 Jct 6 - M20 Jct 7 - A249 (North) - Shepway Way Crossing roundabout - A249 (South) - Grovehurst Road – Grovehurst Avenue - Ypres Drive - Kemsley Substation To support these deliveries (Old) Sheppey Way, north of Iwade, will be closed from Friday 19, February at 9.00am until Monday, 1 March at 4.00pm. We have asked residents of Kemsley village to keep the route clear to enable the large vehicles to pass through safely. The community relations team will be on hand while the deliveries are being made to provide assistance to residents and motorists. There will be further deliveries of this size in April. We will update you with further details of these nearer to the time. We are sorry for any inconvenience or disturbance that this may cause. If you have any queries or concerns, or if you receive any enquiries from local residents, please call our community relations team on 0800 021 7877. Yours sincerely Richard Andrews Project Manager Read more...

A2 London Road Crossing by Guardian Court/Pump Lane

News posted on Monday, 15 February 2010

Rainham Central Ward Councillors Barry Kemp, Reh Chishti and Mike O'Brien have welcomed the news that consultation is now in progress on a proposed Puffin Style Pedestrian Crossing on the A2 by Guardian Court and Pump Lane in Rainham. This follows a long campaign by Rainham Central Councillors and a petition from the residents of Guardian Court. Road Safety Manager Bryan Shawyer said today "A suitable location has now been identified and it is proposed to install a Puffin type pedestrian crossing at this site. The PUFFIN (Pedestrian User-Friendly Intelligent) crossing is a signal controlled facility where pedestrian detection is used to automatically vary the length of the pedestrian period, giving pedestrians the time they need to cross. The system should also remove the irritation some drivers feel when stopped needlessly at existing crossings when there are no pedestrians waiting to cross. Residents have been written to asking for their views. If any further information is required, they can phone Bryan Shawyer on 01634 331544 or can e-mail travel.safety@medway.gov.uk. Rainham Central Councillors added, we welcome this crossing, it is urgently needed, not only for the residents of Guardian Court but the many hundreds of pupils attending Rainham Mark Grammar School who who have to cross the A2 to go to school.

St Margaret's Church Open Day

News posted on Saturday, 13 February 2010

Rainham Central Ward Councillors visited the Open Day at St Margaret's Church in Rainham this morning. After an organ recital by the Deputy Mayor Barry Kemp, the congregation were treated to some beautiful songs from the Junior Choir. Barry, Reh and Mike recently paid for new Choir robes for the Junior Choir and are pictured here with some of the younger members in their new robes.

Reh and Mike attend Cathederal Concert

News posted on Saturday, 13 February 2010

The Conservative Parliamentary Candidate Councillor Reh Chishti and fellow Rainham Central Councillor Mike O'Brien attended the Sutton Valence Choral Society and The Old Barn Orchestra concert at Rochester Cathedral today Saturday 13th February. The Concert was in aid of Demelza House Charity and was conducted by Bryan Gipps. Pictured is the Lead Violinist Derek Webb who is also a resident of Rainham Central.

Deputy Mayor attends A Better Medway

News posted on Friday, 12 February 2010

The Deputy Mayor of Medway Councillor Barry Kemp attended the launch of the Better Medway campaign at the headquarters of the Medway NHS Trust this week. Photo shows Barry making his pledge. Photo by courtesy of mickgell.com

Cherry Tree Play Area bottom of Mierscourt Road

News posted on Wednesday, 10 February 2010

Rainham Central Councillors are pleased to announce that work will start in early March on the complete refurbishment of the Cherry Tree Road Play Area. In addition new facilities will be in place for the 13 to 18 year olds. Rainham Central Councillors Barry Kemp, Reh Chishti and Mike O'Brien full support this additional investment into Rainham Central. Coupled with Wigmore Park and Henley Close we continue to ensure that Rainham Central is a fantastic place to live in.

Mike O'Brien visits M.A.P.S

News posted on Tuesday, 9 February 2010

Mike O'Brien went to Holy Trinity Church Hall this afternoon to visit M.A.P.S (Mark's Activity Programme Service). The service delivered by Mark is Activity Sessions for People with Disabilities. Mike saw for himself the positive input given by Mark and Carers and the obvious enjoyment of the clients. This programme runs weekly on a Tuesday afternoon and is supplemented by a similar group on Mondays and Fridays at Walderslade Baptist Church in Catkin Close Walderslade ME5 9HP. Here is the link to Mark's Web Site which gives full information of his services. Mike is pictured with Mark Spurgeon and a group of Carers and Clients.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 8 February 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Children and Adults OSC Thursday 11th February 2010

News posted on Thursday, 4 February 2010

Here is the the link to the Children and Adults Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting due to be held on the 11th February at Meeting Room 9, Gun Wharf Chatham Kent ME4. Meeting commences at 6.30pm.

Campaigning in Gillingham and Rainham

News posted on Tuesday, 2 February 2010

After a night of sleeping out in the MHS homes car park, Rehman joined some of the campaign team, (from 8am - 1pm) for a morning campaign session in Gillingham North where they finished delivering the ward with the NHS surveys to local residents. After lunch the full campaign team campaigned in Rainham, many thanks to everyone who helped today in particular our Young Conservatives.

Modern Pentathlon World Cup this coming April

News posted on Monday, 1 February 2010

Tickets are now available for the Medway Stage of the Modern Pentathlon World Cup to be held here in Medway. Here is the the link to the official spectator website for the Medway stage of the Modern Pentathlon World Cup 2010.

Dinner with Bob Neill MP

News posted on Wednesday, 27 January 2010

Councillor's Barry Kemp, Reh Chishti and Mike O'Brien had the pleasure of meeting Bob Neill MP the Shadow Local Government Minister last night at a Fund Raising Dinner at the St Georges Centre in Chatham Maritime. Also in attendance were the Mayor Councillor David Royle, Leader of Medway Council Rodney Chambers, the Education Portfolio Holder Councillor Les Wicks and Rainham North Councillor David Carr.

In 2008 Bob was made Shadow Local Government Minister and Deputy Chairman of the Conservative Party and in January 2009, Bob also took over the shadow planning brief. Read more...

Business Support Overview and Scrutiny

News posted on Tuesday, 26 January 2010

Here is the the link to the Business Support Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting due to be held on Tuesday the 2nd February at Gun Wharf Chatham Kent ME4 4TR.The meeting commences at 7pm.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Tuesday, 26 January 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Mike meets with Police, PCSO's, Community Safety and Housing Officers

News posted on Thursday, 21 January 2010

Councillor Mike O'Brien met today with the Police, PCSO's, Community Safety Officers and Housing Officers, all of whom deal with Rainham Central. Various issues were discussed about the anti social behaviour that affects our area and ideas exchanged. The consensus was that it was an extremely useful exchange of information and ideas and that we would meet on a three monthly basis in the future. This will of course be in addition to the PACT meetings.

Planning Committee meeting January 2010

News posted on Wednesday, 20 January 2010

Here is the the link to the Planning Committee meeting due to be held on Wednesday the 27th January at Gun Wharf Chatham Kent ME4 4TR.The meeting commences at 7pm.

Old Shell Garage site opposite Edwin Road

News posted on Tuesday, 19 January 2010

We are pleased to report that following representations made on your behalf, the Planning Committee turned down the application for a Fast Food Takeaway on the above site last night. Your Rainham Central Councillors's made the points that you had made to us, namely: Noise, pollution, anti social behaviour, lack of parking, speed and intensity of traffic.Fast Food takeaway not wanted in this area. We do realise that something has to be done with the site and also called for it be redesignated as housing. The applicants do have the right to appeal and we will have to await their response to the refusal.

NHS Choices for you when you are ill

News posted on Tuesday, 19 January 2010

Here is the the link to the NHS Choices website which gives you valuable information if you unfortunate enough to be ill. It also gives a link to Carers Direct for those Carers who might require advice.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 18 January 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Campaigning in Gillingham and Rainham

News posted on Sunday, 17 January 2010

Pictured are a weary but happy band of canvassers who joined Reh in canvassing Rainham and Gillingham today. Reh and Mike were joined by their Councillor colleagues Howard Doe and David Carr. A very warm reception wherever we went, with basically the same message: "When are you going to get these XXXXX out!" Our message is crystal clear - ROLL ON THE ELECTION!

Health & Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee

News posted on Thursday, 14 January 2010

Here is the the link to the next Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting due to be held on the 19th January at Gun Wharf Chatham Kent ME4. Meeting commences at 5.00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

Planning Committee meeting 18th January 2010

News posted on Monday, 11 January 2010

Here is the the link to the Planning Committee meeting due to be held on the 18th January at Gun Wharf Chatham Kent ME4.

Children and Adults OSC 19th January 2010

News posted on Monday, 11 January 2010

Here is the the link to the Children and Adults Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting due to be held on the 19th January at Gun Wharf Chatham Kent ME4. Meeting commences at 6.30pm.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 11 January 2010

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Gritting arrangements for Friday 8th January

News posted on Friday, 8 January 2010

I have been advised that it is intended to re grit the Rainham Shopping Centre and Car Park today. Well done to all the Highway team at Medway Council, a cold and difficult job today. Read more...

Gritting arrangements today Thursday

News posted on Thursday, 7 January 2010

Medway Council working with VolkerHighways have been out treating the primary road network since mid afternoon and will be undertaking a second run again on the primary route network later in the night.(Wednesday) Read more...

School Closures in Medway today

News posted on Thursday, 7 January 2010

Here is the the link to the BBC Radio Kent Schools Closure web page. Well done to all the team at BBC Radio Kent.

Medway Council's Full Council Meeting 14th January

News posted on Thursday, 7 January 2010

Here is the the link to the Full Council Meeting due to be held on January 14th at the St Georges Centre in Chatham.

Regeneration Community & Culture Overview and Scrutiny

News posted on Wednesday, 6 January 2010

Here is the the link to the Regeneration Community & Culture Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting which will be held next Wednesday the 13th of January at 6.30pm. The venue is Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent ME4

Christmas celebrations at Marlborough House

News posted on Wednesday, 23 December 2009

Mike was privileged to be invited to the Christmas celebratory musical tea party this afternoon, held at Marlborough House in Rainham. David supplied the music and residents, and Mike, danced the afternoon away. Mike is pictured here with a group of friends from Marlborough House.

Snow Clearance

News posted on Wednesday, 23 December 2009

Thank you to all residents for your patience and forbearing in this unusally cold snap that we have just experienced. Following determined and persistent efforts of your Ward Councillors the most important areas of the Shopping Centre, Car Park and Church were gritted. All major roads were cleared thanks to the tremendous efforts of the Councils Highway Team, many thanks to them. Pavements are still icy, but we are sure that residents will understand that the main focus of the Highway Department is to ensure that the main routes are safely navigable. Congratulations also to Arriva, I used the buses quite extensively on Monday and Tuesday and was pleased that they all seemd to be running within time. Let us hope that the thaw comes soon, although it might be nice to have just a touch of snow for Christmas Day. Final thanks to our Refuse Collectors, snow and ice did not deter them from picking up our rubbish, well done to all. Don't forget Midnight Mass tomorrow, hopefully we will see some of you there. Please do not forget that Customer First on 01634 333333 will remain operational.

Merry Christmas. Read more...

Happy Christmas

News posted on Tuesday, 22 December 2009

Your Rainham Central Councillor's Barry Kemp, Reh Chishti and Mike O'Brien wish you all a Peaceful and Happy Christmas.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 21 December 2009

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Christmas times for Refuse collection and Chemist Shop openings over Christmas and the New Year

News posted on Wednesday, 16 December 2009

Here is the the link for information on refuse collection days and Chemist Shop opening hours over the Christmas and New Year period.

Medway Council's Comprehensive Area Assessment

News posted on Wednesday, 16 December 2009

Here is the the link for information on Medway Council's Comprehensive Area Assessment.

Road works affecting Rainham Central

News posted on Wednesday, 16 December 2009

The roadworks at the junction of Bloors Lane and A2 are likely to go on to the end of next week, weather permitting. They are constructing a Sewer/Drainage connection to the Howard school site. In view of the snow that is forcast, it would perhaps be prudent to take a different route until the roadworks are completed.Certainly, the message must be PLEASE HAVE PATIENCE AND TAKE CARE!

The closure of Ambley Road is because a new Road Island is being constructed to prevent illegal right turns to the waste disposal site. This too should be completed by the end of next week. Read more...

NHS Direct (Latest information)

News posted on Wednesday, 16 December 2009

Here is the the link for the latest information from NHS Direct. This site provides valuable and useful information if you are taken ill over Christmas and New Year.

Special Health and Adult Social Care OSC meeting 22nd December

News posted on Tuesday, 15 December 2009

Here is the the link to the agenda for the special meeting of the Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting on the 22nd December. We would welcome your views and members of the public are cordially welcomed to attend.

Where you live consultation by NHS Medway

News posted on Tuesday, 15 December 2009

Health and Healthcare Where You Live

NHS Medway is holding a series of public events, discussing the financial downturn and its impact on local healthcare services. Read more...

Mike joins the residents of Longford Court for Christmas lunch

News posted on Tuesday, 15 December 2009

Picture shows Councillor Mike O'Brien enjoying himself at the Christmas lunch held at Longford Court today. The lady on his left is Mrs Iris Welland who is 90 on January the 5th
Mike said "The residents of Longford Court are such a happy and vibrant group, it is always good fun to meet with them".

Interested in becoming a Magistrate?

News posted on Thursday, 10 December 2009

Here is the the link to information on applying to become a Magistrate.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Wednesday, 9 December 2009

Here is the the link to the latest planning applications.For Rainham Central just type in or select Rainham Central in the Ward box.

Medway Planning Committee 16th December

News posted on Tuesday, 8 December 2009

Here is the link to the next Medway Planning Committee meeting to be held at Gun Wharf Chatham on Wednesday December the 16th. The meetings begin at 7pm and are open to the public.

Reh addresses joint schools

News posted on Tuesday, 8 December 2009

Our Parliamentary Candidate Reh Chishti addressed a packed hall at Rainham School for Girls this afternoon. Sixth Form students from The Howard School for Boys, Rainham Mark Grammar School and Rainham School for Girls packed out the school hall this afternoon for a Political awareness session. Reh outlined his plans for a Conservative Government and explained why students should vote Conservative. He was given a warm reception and many students asked afterwards how they could help his election campaign. Reh is pictured with Councillor Mike O'Brien, Head of Rainham School for Girls Jackie Dunn and students.

Mike receives a petition about the Hydrotherapy Pool

News posted on Monday, 7 December 2009

Councillor Mike O'Brien as Chairman of the Health and Adult Social Care OSC on Medway Council, accompanied by Councillor Silvia Griffin received a petition today from Mrs Christine Baker of the Medway Pensioners Forum calling for the reinstatement of the Hydrotherapy Pool at Medway Maritime Hospital. Christine has been leading this campaign and says that "This pool was raised by public subscription and is a necessity as far as pensioners in Medway are concerned". Mike will present the petition to both the Hospital and the Council in the New Year.

Santa's little helpers!

News posted on Sunday, 6 December 2009

Councillor Mike O'Brien joined Santa's little helpers: Sharon, Allison and Clare selling cakes at the Mierscourt School Christmas Fayre yesterday. Over £100 was raised on cake sales alone and the school is opitimistic for a grand overall total. Well supported by parents and of course, Father Christmas!

Cllr Mike O'Brien addresses Disabled Workers Forum

News posted on Friday, 4 December 2009

Councillor Mike O'Brien was privileged to speak at the Medway Disabled Workers Forum, held today at Gun Wharf.

Councillor O'Brien said: "Thank you for supporting the Disable Workers Forum's second event to mark Disability Awareness Week. Read more...

Rainham Christmas Lights Switch On

News posted on Friday, 4 December 2009

The Deputy Mayor of Medway, Councillor Barry Kemp was joined by his wife Joyce and Father Christmas to switch on the lights in Rainham Shopping Centre this evening. Barry was joined also by Bart Simpson, with Heart Radio providing the musical entertainment. Barry and his colleagues Councillor Mike O'Brien and Councillor David Carr also took the opportunity of wishing the residents of Rainham a very happy Christmas.

Business Support Overview and Scrutiny

News posted on Thursday, 3 December 2009

Here is the the link to the next Medway Council Business Support Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting being held next Thursday 10th December at Gun Wharf. The meeting starts at 6.30pm and is open to the public.

Marlborough House Glitter

News posted on Wednesday, 2 December 2009

The residents of Marlborough House joined in the Children in Need activities last week and raised a whopping £100 for the charity. The residents at Marlborough held a 'glitter evening'in aid of Children in Need. Everyone came dressed with something glittery. Manager Linda Cardwell said "The residents collected £100 for the charity. Entertainment was provided by Roy on the keyboards and we also laid on plenty of refreshments - beer wine & nibbles - which went down very well too!!!

Medway's Welfare Benefit Unit+

News posted on Wednesday, 2 December 2009

Here is the the link to Medway Council's Benefit Unit. If you know of any Medway resident who is a carer or possibly in need of financial assistance, then please pass this information on to them as soon as possible.

Medway Maritime Hospital new entrance opens 1st December

News posted on Monday, 30 November 2009

Here is the link to the news item concerning the opening of the new entrance to Medway Maritime Hospital. We feel certain that this will be of benefit to all of us.

Conservative Leader and Young Conservatives after a long day of canvassing

News posted on Saturday, 28 November 2009

Conservative Leader of Medway Council Councillor Rodney Chambers met with Young Conservatives and the Prospective Parliamentary Candidate Councillor Rehman Chishti and Councillor Mike O'Brien at the Lower Gillingham Conservative Club for a celebratory buffett after a long day of canvassing in Gillingham and Rainham.

The Cross Dressers of Longford Court

News posted on Wednesday, 25 November 2009

The residents of Longford Court in Rainham did their bit for Children in Need last Friday. The men dressed up as women and the women as men in their combined efforts to raise an AMAZING £440.50 Councillor Mike O'Brien who attended the event (but remained in his suit!) said "It was an amazing effort by the residents, I am sure that it is their zest for life that keeps them young".

What Health issues do YOU think that Medway Council should be scrutinising?

News posted on Tuesday, 24 November 2009

This is your chance to have a say and let us know what Health or Adult Social Care issues you think that Medway Councils Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee should be scrutinising. Please click on this link to participate in the survey: Click Here to take survey We look forward to hearing from you

Reh and Mike support Farmers Market

News posted on Monday, 23 November 2009

Saturday 21 November 2009. Rehman Chishti and Cllr Mike O’Brien attended the Rainham farmers Market and were delighted to meet with many of the stall holders and see the excellent stalls for themselves.

Pictured below Rehman and Mike with ‘Manna Foods’ (African Caribbean cuisine) an excellent new local business which sells and delivers some of the best African and Caribbean Food Manna Foods can be contacted via their website at www.mannakitchens.com Read more...

SWINE FLU LATEST

News posted on Sunday, 22 November 2009

For the latest information please either telephone 0800 1 513 513 or go to http://www.direct.gov.uk/swineflu

Old Shell Garage site opposite Edwin Road

News posted on Sunday, 22 November 2009

There will be a residents meeting to discuss the proposals for a fast food takeaway at the old Shell Garage this coming Thursday 26th at Rainham Mark Social Club. The meeting will commence at 7.30pm. Please do come along to express your views

Rainham Councillor's present Parkwood Community Centre with £32,000

News posted on Thursday, 19 November 2009

Rainham Councillors supported the efforts of Rainham Community Centre in Parkwood Rainham Kent today, by donating a cheque for £32,000. The Community Centre found that they were £32,000 short in their funding for new improvements to the Centre. If they hadn't been able to find the necessary funds, their Lottery grant would have been jeopardised. Pictured is the presentation ceremony which took place this afternoon in the Centre. Your Rainham Central Councillor's are extremely pleased to have been able to assist in this way, to assist what is a valuable community asset.

Old Shell Garage site opposite Edwin Road

News posted on Wednesday, 18 November 2009

We have just learned that there will be a public meeting at the Rainham Mark School this coming Friday 20th November at 7pm. If you can make it, we look forward to seeing you there. This is being organised by the Agents for the Applicants. The residents are also holding a meeting the following Thursday evening, same time 7pm at Rainham Mark Social Club. Hopefully you can make at least one, if not both of them.

SWINE FLU LATEST

News posted on Monday, 9 November 2009

If you are unfortunate enough to think that you are suffering from Swine Flu, please follow this link for the latest advice.

Latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central

News posted on Monday, 9 November 2009

Here is the link to the latest Planning Applications for Rainham Central http://tiny.cc/LcB7E

Reh and Mike support Rainham Womens Institute

News posted on Monday, 9 November 2009

Reh and Mike attended the Rainham WI Autumn Craft Fayre on Saturday the 7th November at the Millennium Hall at St Margaret's Church in Rainham.

Old Shell Garage site opposite Edwin Road

News posted on Saturday, 7 November 2009

The planning application for the old Shell Garage on the A2 at the junction of Edwin Road is intended to come to Development Control meeting on the 25th November. This meeting is open to the public and is held at Gun Wharf Dock Road Chatham ME4 commencing at 7pm. Councillor Mike O'Brien requested that the matter be brought to the Committee for consideration.

Mobile Phone Masts Special Meeting 5th November

News posted on Monday, 26 October 2009

There is a special meeting of the Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee to discuss the possible health effects on the population of Medway on the 5th November.

The meeting will be held at Gun Wharf at 6pm. Read more...

SWINE FLU LATEST

News posted on Thursday, 22 October 2009

Hopefully, the roll out of the Swine Flu innoculation starts next week, It is terribly important to remember that if you already receive the normal Flu Jab that you MUST HAVE BOTH!

The canvassing team!

News posted on Saturday, 17 October 2009

Here are our intrepid canvassing team after a useful morning of canvassing in Gillingham and Rainham. We received a very warm response and it was gratifying to find that 80% of the constituents knocked up pledged their support to Reh.

SWINE FLU LATEST

News posted on Friday, 16 October 2009

Health Service Journal Accessed 160909 High risk patients and frontline health workers in hospitals will begin being vaccinated against swine flu on 21 October, chief medical officer Sir Liam Donaldson has announced. Read more...

Winning team present cheque to Age Concern

News posted on Wednesday, 14 October 2009

This photograph was taken yesterday when I was privileged to present a cheque for £93 to Age Concern on behalf of the Winning Quiz Team from Longford Court in Rainham (Sheltered Housing) The team took part in a Sheltered Housing Quiz two weeks ago when all of the Sheltered Housing schemes in Medway took part in a special quiz night to celebrate the Full Of Life Old Peoples Day at Woodchurch House in Twydall. A successful evening on three counts: Over 80 participants, £93 contributed to the raffle and Longford Court won! Also pictured is Vicki Percival, the Scheme Manager at Longford Court.

Sheltered Housing Quiz Night success for Longford Court

News posted on Friday, 2 October 2009

All of the Sheltered Housing schemes in Medway took part in a special quiz night to celebrate the Full Of Life Old Peoples Day at Woodchurch House in Twydall yesterday evening. A successful evening on three counts: Over 80 participants £93 contributed to the raffle and Longford Court won! The evening was attended by our Conservative Parliamentary Candidate and Rainham Central Councillor Reh Chishti who is pictured with the winning team.

Rainham Central Councillors meet with the Police

News posted on Friday, 2 October 2009

Rainham Central Councillors met with Inspector Simon Alland (the Inspector responsible for Neighbourhood Policing) this week to discuss issues concerning our Ward. The Rainham Central Councillors commented afterwards: "Community Safety is a key issue for us, we will work with the police and our own Medway Council Community Safety Teams and local residents, in making our areas a safe and vibrant place to live. Photograph shows Councillors Barry Kemp, Rehman Chishti and Mike O'Brien with fellow Rainham North Councillor David Carr and Inspector Simon Alland.

St Margaret's Church Heritage Fund

News posted on Monday, 28 September 2009

The Deputy Mayor of Medway, Rainham Central Councillor Barry Kemp, accompanied by his wife Joyce opened the Charity Auction in aid of St. Margaret's Heritage Fund held at the Millenium Centre, on Saturday, 26th September. The Auction raised over £2000.

Swain Road Appeal Date

News posted on Wednesday, 23 September 2009

TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990 Town & Country Planning (General Development Procedure Order) 1995 (as amended) APPLICATION NUMBER: MC/09/0583 PROPOSAL: Demolition of 25 Swain Road and construction of access road and 8 detached and semi-detached houses with garages, parking and landscaping - resubmission LOCATION: 25 Swain Road Rainham Gillingham ME8 0SN With reference to my previous letter concerning the above I would now like to inform you of the date and venue of the Hearing. The appeal is to be considered by an Inspector at a Hearing on 21 October, 2009 at 10:00. It will be held at Room 2, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TR You are able to obtain a copy of the Planning Inspectorate’s booklet “Guide to taking part in planning appeals” from www.planning-inspectorate.gov.uk. Documents relating to the appeal can be viewed at the Development Control department in Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham. You may attend the Hearing if you wish to and at the discretion of the Inspector may take part in the discussion. If you want to receive a copy of the appeal decision you must request this when writing to the Inspectorate. Should you require details of the facilities available for disabled people, please contact the building administration staff of Medway Council on 01634 306000.

Mike O'Brien appointed to Governing Body of St Margaret's Infant School

News posted on Tuesday, 22 September 2009

Mike is proud to announce that he has now been appointed as a Local Authority Governor on the Governing Body of St Margaret's Infant School. Mike said " I am proud to be appointed as a Governor and look forward to working with the Governing Body to promote the interests of the the School and the Pupils."

101 Maidstone Road Rainham goes to Appeal

News posted on Monday, 21 September 2009

Town & Country Planning (General Development Procedure Order) 1995 (as amended) APPLICATION NUMBER: MC/09/0547 PROPOSAL: Change of use of ground floor from retail use class A1 to hot food takeaway use class A5 and installation of an extraction flue to side and access ramp to front LOCATION: 101 Maidstone Road Rainham Gillingham Medway ME8 0DS Following a refusal of planning permission by Medway Council, an appeal has now been made to the Secretary of State, via the Planning Inspectorate, in respect of the above mentioned application. The appeal is to be decided following an exchange of written statements by the parties concerned and following a site visit by an Inspector. Any representations you made to the Council when the application was originally being considered will automatically be sent to the Planning Inspectorate. Should you wish to comment further on the appeal it should be made in writing, in triplicate, by 30/10/2009 (quoting the Inspectorate’s appeal reference number above), to The Planning Inspectorate, Room 3/14 Eagle, Temple Quay House, 2 The Square, Bristol, BS1 6PN. If the Inspectorate receives representations after the deadline they will not normally be seen by the Inspector and they will be returned. You are able to obtain a copy of the Planning Inspectorate’s booklet “Guide to taking part in planning appeals” from www.planning-inspectorate.gov.uk. If you want to receive a copy of the appeal decision you must request this when writing to the Inspectorate.

Longford Court residents clock up a combined 210 years!

News posted on Friday, 18 September 2009

Mike O'Brien was privileged to be invited to a joint Birthday Party today at Longford Court, at the bottom of Mierscourt Road. All of the residents joined in with the Birthday celebrations. Mike said "It was a privilege to be invited, I am given such a warm welcome everytime I visit but this was really special". Photograph shows Mike with Sidney Hepper, Rose Clare and Barbara Randall toasting their 70th.

SWINE FLU LATEST

News posted on Wednesday, 16 September 2009

Make sure that you are registered with a GP. MEDIA RELEASE From NHS Medway

16 September 2009 Read more...

Deputy Mayor launches new buses

News posted on Tuesday, 15 September 2009

Deputy Mayor and Rainham Central Councillor Barry Kemp recently reviewed the arrival of a fleet of new buses that Arriva will be using in the Medway Towns. Barry, pictured here behind the wheel of on of Arriva’s new fleet of Single-deck buses that will be used on the 132 Service from Chatham to Hempstead Valley, via Rainham.

The fleet of 16 brand new single-deck buses representing an investment of £1.85 million by Arriva, was launched by Barry in his capacity of Deputy Mayor of Medway, at a ceremony on the Parade Ground of the University of Kent on August 27th. Read more...

Deputy Mayor launches new Arriva Buses.

News posted on Tuesday, 15 September 2009

Deputy Mayor of Medway and Rainham Central Councillor Barry Kemp is joined by his wife Joyce and Members of the Royal Marine Cadets in launching the new Arriva Buses.

PACT's (Partners and Community Together)

News posted on Tuesday, 15 September 2009

The next meeting of the Derwent Way PACT (held at Rainham Girls School) is on the 22nd September at 7pm.

The next meeting of the St Margaret's PACT is (TBA) Read more...

Mike visits Marlborough House

News posted on Tuesday, 1 September 2009

Mike visited Marlborough House in Rainham High Street today and met residents at their weekly coffee morning. Residents also presented a petition to Mike to present to the Full Council on the 10th September. Residents are concerned at plans to move their Care Manager. Mike was also shown around the complex and promised to investigate their concerns. Picture shows Mike being presented with the petition by the lead petitioner Mrs Di Bird.

Mike attends a Joint Swine Flu exercise

News posted on Sunday, 30 August 2009

As Chairman of the Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee, Mike was invited to the Joint Swine Flu exercise held at the Compass Centre in Chatham Maritime. In a worse case scenario, the Compass Centre will be opened up to handle Tamiflu distribution on a major scale. The exercise was attended by, amongst others, Marion Dinwoodie, Chief Executive NHS Medway, Eddie Anderson the Chairman of NHS Medway, Dr Alison Barnett the Director of Public Health and representatives from Medway Council and the Community Health Partnership. Volunteers provided a steady flow of worried Flu Buddies, collecting Tamiflu on behalf of their fictitious friends. Mike said after the exercise " I was encouraged to see all of our Partners working in cooperation, the Health Professionals are forecasting a POSSIBLE return of Swine Flu in the Winter and it is encouraging to see that plans are in place to ensure that the people of Medway are adequately catered for. Obviously this was an exercise and we are all keeping our fingers crossed that a worse case scenario doesn't happen." Mike is pictured with Dr Alison Barnett the Director of Public Health at the exercise in the Compass Centre

Woodside Solar Powered Speed Warning Signs

News posted on Friday, 21 August 2009

MORE GREAT NEWS!Following many complaints from residents of Woodside about speeding traffic,your Rainham Central Conservative Councillors are pleased to announce that after successfully securing £30,000 of funding, the promised Solar Powered Speed Warning Signs are now in full operation in Woodside, Wigmore. We will of course continue to monitor the situation and will take whatever steps are necesssary to make our ward a safe environment.

Wigmore Park Play Area

News posted on Wednesday, 5 August 2009

GREAT NEWS Your Rainham Central Councillors are pleased to announce that they have been successful in their bid for funding of £35,000 for improving the Wigmore Park Play Area. We visited the Park this morning (8th September) and can confirm that Contractors are waiting for one or two items to be installed, it should be fully operational by the weekend. (weather permitting).

Local Development Framework Roadshow

News posted on Wednesday, 29 July 2009

Residents will have the opportunity to discuss the Local Development Framework on the following dates and times:

August - 4th (Millennium Centre) 4pm - 8pm September - 1st (Millennium Centre) 4pm - 8pm Read more...

Barry to the rescue!

News posted on Monday, 27 July 2009

Mrs Gregory's lock on her door broke and was replaced. Unfortunately, it was the wrong type of lock. A 'Back Door' type of lock was fitted to a front door.

She was treated quite unsympathetically for about 7 months by officers who couldn't really appreciate the problem. Her family had even offered to pay for the correct lock to be supplied and fitted. An offer that was declined After Barry intervened on her behalf, officers inspected again and decided that a new front door, complete with a proper lock should be fitted after all. Read more...

Barry and Mike attend the Queen's Garden Party

News posted on Saturday, 25 July 2009

Barry Kemp (as Deputy Mayor) and Mike O'Brien were honoured to be invited to the Queen's Garden Party (in the company of the Mayor of Medway Councillor David Royle) at Buckingham Palace on July the 14th. The previous week had been a complete washout and Barry and Mike were very much relieved that the sun broke through at 3pm and continued for the duration of the Garden Party. The Duke of Edinburgh spoke to Barry, asking him about the Mayoral Chain that he was wearing.

Swine Flu update

News posted on Tuesday, 21 July 2009

If you or a family member or friend think you have Swine Flu symptoms you should go on-line at www.nhs.uk or telephone the helpline which covers Kent and Medway on 0800 1 513 513. You should not go to your GP to reduce the risk of spreading the infection.

16 - 22 London Road (Old Shell Service Station)

News posted on Wednesday, 8 July 2009

APPLICATION NUMBER MC2009/0862. PROPOSAL. Change of use from petrol filling station to hand car wash. LOCATION 16-22 London Road, Rainham, Gillingham, Kent ME8 6YX

Even though the site of this application is not in Rainham Central, we felt that you should be aware of it. Read more...

25 Swain Road

News posted on Wednesday, 8 July 2009

We felt that you should be aware of a new Planning Application that has been submitted by Developers for 25 Swain Road under Planning Application number 2009/0583 It is due to be heard at the Development Control meeting on the 22nd July at Gun Wharf. You are welcome to attend the meeting.

Full details can be found at http://www.medway.gov.uk/index/environment/planning/planapp/planonline.htm Read more...

So what does the Council spend your Council Tax on?

News posted on Friday, 3 July 2009

We thought that you might be interested in the following table which illustrates the per person or per household cost of delivering services by the Council in 2008/2009

More information on how much the Council spent on services and how the Council plan their resources can be found in the Council Plan 2009-12 and the Budget 2009/10 which can be found on the Council Website. Read more...

Latest update on John Hawkins Flyover in Chatham

News posted on Tuesday, 30 June 2009

This message is a reminder that from 6th July 2009:

The temporary bus route becomes operational and the flyover will be closed to all traffic. There will be no turn from Globe Lane to Medway Street Read more...

Reh and Mike visit Holland and Blair Football Club

News posted on Saturday, 27 June 2009

Reh and Mike are pictured with the Chairman of Hollands and Blair on the occasion of Rehman being made President of the Club.

Mike O'Brien meets Simon Weston at Veterans Day at Chatham Dockyard

News posted on Saturday, 27 June 2009

Mike was privileged to meet Simon Weston at the Veterans Day held today at Chatham Dockyard. Simon also gave Mike a personally signed copy of his book "Moving On".

Sir John Hawkins flyover is being demolished

News posted on Thursday, 25 June 2009

We thought that you might be interested to know that the Sir John Hawkins Flyover is being demolished shortly. Here is the timetable (subject of course to variation by the Council) Closure of the flyover to all traffic except buses and taxis - Monday 29 June Temporary bus route operational and flyover closed to all traffic - Monday 6 July No turn from Globe Lane to Medway Street - Monday 6 July Centre span of Sir John Hawkins flyover to be removed - Saturday/Sunday 11 and 12 July (restricted access in immediate proximity to flyover on High Street) The photograph depicts the street scene after demolition of the flyover.

Proposed Hotfood Takeaway at 101 Maidstone Road Rainham

News posted on Thursday, 25 June 2009

Mike O'Brien presented three petitions on behalf of local residents opposing the proposed takeaway at 101 Maistone Road to the Full Council last Thursday. Your Rainham Central Councillors are pleased to report that Officers have REFUSED permission. Our sincere thanks to the petitioners and to all of the local residents that signed the petitions. One note of caution, the applicants could go to appeal, we will have to wait and see. Rest assured that your Rainham Central Councillors will keep a constant vigil on any proposals that affect local residents.

Reh and Mike Attend Business Network International Dickens Charter Meeting

News posted on Friday, 5 June 2009

Councillor Rehman Chishti accompanied by Rainham Central Councillor Mike O'Brien were guests at the regular weekly meeting of the Business Network International (BNI) Dickens Chapter.

Rehman commented after the meeting Read more...

Reh and Mike support local Artist Geoffrey John Hall

News posted on Wednesday, 29 April 2009

Reh and Mike visited Geoffrey's stall at the Craft Fayre held in the Dickens Centre in Chatham Dockside over the Easter period. The photograph shows the superb original painting of Gillingham High Street (circa 1955).

Reh said "It is absolutely imperative that we support our local traders in all their endeavours to overcome the current economic climate". Read more...

Derwent Way PACT

News posted on Tuesday, 17 March 2009

Rainham Central councillors Rehman Chishti, Barry Kemp and Mike O'Brien along with the police, local residents, and the Headteachers of the Howard and Rainham school for girls attended a public meeting in Rainham, which helped setup a PACT for the area, as a means of getting all the parties working together in dealing with community safety issues.

After the meeting the Rainham Central councilllors said 'We are delighted to see residents from all nearby local roads and the Headteachers, it is important to work together in resolving COMMUNITY SAFETY ISSUES. The PACT process works well, in getting communities to come together along with the police and councillors in resolving these day to day community safety issues. We urge all local residents in the Derwent Way area to attend the next meeting in July, details to follow shortly'. Read more...

Rehman and Cllr Mike O'Brien visit Rainham Farmers' Market

News posted on Saturday, 28 February 2009

Rehman and Mike visited the Rainham Farmers Market, held at the Millenium centre, where they met with stall holders and saw at first hand the local goods for sale providing excellent value for money.

Rehman and Mike also presented Shirley Earl, secretary of the Friends of St. Margarets Church with flowers to mark her 70th Birthday. Read more...

Rainham Central Councillors visit Rainham Bereavement Group

News posted on Friday, 19 December 2008

Rainham Central councillors visited Rainham bereavement group and met with the founder of the group Mrs Sharp. The Rainham Central councillors had given the group £500 from their ward improvement funds, which enabled the group to purchase essential equipment for the running of the group.

The councillors commented afterwards Read more...

Shadow Sports Minister visits Rainham

News posted on Thursday, 18 September 2008

Shadow Secretary of state for sports culture media visits Gillingham and Rainham.

The Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt M.P, visited Gillingham and Rainham parliamentary constituency at the request of Councillor Rehman Chishti, the Conservative Parliamentary Candidate for Gillingham and Rainham. Read more...

Rainham Central Conservative Councillors Organise Community Meeting

News posted on Thursday, 28 August 2008

Residents turned out in force to a meeting arranged by Councillor’s Rehman Chishti, Mike O Brien and Barry Kemp, at the Millennium Centre Rainham, to discuss Community Safety. They were joined by representatives of the police and officers from Medway Council.

The aim of the meeting was identify and address concerns about community safety in the area and to look at the possibility of all groups working together by the setting up of a PACT Group (Partners and Community Together) Read more...

Local Councillors and police hold successful public meeting in Parkwood

News posted on Tuesday, 1 July 2008

Parkwood residents attended in large number a community safety public meeting held, by their local Councillors, Cllrs Howard Doe, Cllr, Roy Hunter, Cllr David Royle Cllr Kemp, along with the Cabinet Member for Community Safety, Cllr Rehman Chishti, and the Police representative.

The meeting was designed with the aim, of reassuring local residents, that the incident that had happended in Parkwood green a week, before was a one of incident, and was being fully investigated. Also the meeting was very productive in listening to the views of local residents, as well as informing local residents, of the actions the Council and police along with other organisations are taking in making the area safe. Read more...