24/06/2026
🔥 Reform UK led Kent County Council has raised the serious issue of lack of national funding for Kent's fire service. The pressures that come from being the gateway to Europe, through increased freight traffic and managing the Dartford crossing should be weighted accordingly when funding is allocated. The risk of wildfires in rural areas have always placed strain upon Kent's fire service. Cllr Thomas Mallon - Swanscombe and Greenhithe - Reform UK was right to raise this concern. Fire safety is incredibly serious, if you ever have to make that call, you want to know they are ready. 🚒