Join members of the Action Group for an update on the Highsted Park Planning Inquiry.

The Action Group has raised £34,000, but with 12 more days added to the Highsted Park Inquiry, our target has risen to £40,000. Together we can reach it — join the planned fundraising events or share your own ideas. The Highsted Park Planning Inquiry has been extended, now running for an additional 12 days — …

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24 July 2025 Affordable housing at Highsted Park — policy compliant or falling short? On the final viability day of the Highsted Park Inquiry on Thursday 24 July, the spotlight was on affordable housing — how much will be delivered, who it’s for, and whether the figures add up. Giving evidence for the Applicant, Claire …

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One of the biggest concerns raised at the Planning Inquiry over the past couple of weeks is whether the Highsted Park development is financially viable — and what happens if it isn’t. 🧮 The developers claim their numbers stack up. They say even if profit margins are tight, large private firms often proceed based on …

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Saturday 19 July A fantastic evening at Teynham Community Hall on Saturday raised £532 towards our Action Group fund. The quiz, ‘Heads and Tails’, and raffle made for a fun night—thank you to everyone who came along, donated prizes, or took part! Special thanks to quiz master Steve and scorekeeper Elaine for keeping things entertaining …

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Join us for Quiz Night! The Action Group—representing Doddington, Lynsted with Kingsdown, Newnham, Teynham, and Tonge Parish Councils—is hosting a fun-filled evening to raise essential funds for our legal team—covering the cost of a barrister and expert witnesses—so we can effectively represent our community at the Highsted Park Planning Inquiry. Come along, test your knowledge, …

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This week the Planning Inquiry is focusing on financial viability of the proposed applications – that means whether the developer can actually afford to deliver what they’re promising, like affordable housing, roads, schools, and other infrastructure. Watch live online: https://www.youtube.com/@SwaleCouncil List of speakers https://programmeofficers.co.uk/Highsted/Programme.pdf

Saturday 19 July, 7.30pm Teynham Community Hall The Action Group is hosting a fun-filled evening to raise essential funds for our legal team—covering the cost of a barrister and expert witnesses—so we can effectively represent our community at the Highsted Park Planning Inquiry. Come along, test your knowledge, and support the cause!