Could you change a child's life? As we mark 100 years of legal adoption in England and Wales during #NationalAdoptionWeek2026, we're encouraging anyone considering adoption to find out more about the support offered by Adoption Partnership South East. news.kent.gov.uk/articles/na… #YouCanAdopt #EveryDayIsEverything #Adoption

There’s more to KCC than you might think 💭🤔 Izzy’s role involves connecting with people looking to upskill themselves and improve their lives. She works with a variety of different people and says she enjoys her role. ‍💼 🪙 “Everyone’s been incredibly supportive and helpful, which makes Kent County Council a great environment to work in. I enjoy making a real difference to people’s lives, working closely with employers and training providers to help individuals succeed in their careers.” ☺️ Could you find a role you love like Izzy? Search for your next career on 🔗 jobs.kent.gov.uk/

Are you ready to improve your overall health and wellbeing, but not sure where to start? The free NHS Healthy Choices Quiz is here to help – and it only takes 5 minutes. Answer questions about your lifestyle to receive an overall score as well as personalised guidance to help you live a healthier life. Take the quiz now: loom.ly/lwwSrFc

The White Cliffs are instantly recognisable, but how did they form? In this video, Greg Taylor from @KentDownsNL reveals the remarkable story behind one of Kent's most famous landmarks, a story that began millions of years ago beneath a tropical sea. ⛰️ Discover the story written into the landscape. #Kent #WhiteCliffs #Geology #Geopark #ExploreKent #Nature

The way you’re invited for your free NHS Health Check has changed — look out for a text! 📲 Aged 40–74? In just 30 minutes, protect your health so you can be there for others. Book your peace of mind today 👉 kent.gov.uk/nhshealthchecks

Life can get tough sometimes, but talking can help. We have a highly trained and experienced team to support you. Don’t suffer in silence. Get free, confidential support at any time: 📞 Call: 0800 107 0160 💬 Text: STAND to 85258 When you text STAND, you will receive a response from a clinician who can provide early intervention, emotional support and signpost you to local and national services. Learn more at: releasethepressure.uk #ReleasethePressure

Do you want to quit smoking, but are not sure where to start? Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions you can make for your health and your bank balance! You’re more likely to quit with the right support. Our One You Kent Stop Smoking Service offers a range of support and advice with face-to-face, telephone or video support, access to prescription products and your own personal quit plan. Access free support at: kent.gov.uk/smokefree #SmokefreeKent #Stoptober #Quitsmoking #Kent

'I've said from the start that if local government is going to change, residents deserve confidence that those changes are based on evidence, make financial sense and are genuinely in Kent's best interests.' KCC's Leader sets out why the council is going ahead with a legal challenge over the Government’s decision on local government reorganisation in Kent: ➡️ READ the announcement at loom.ly/qxRcugw ➡️ WATCH Linden Kemkaran explain how repeated requests for explanations have gone unanswered 👇 #LGR

Kent's chalk landscape may feel familiar to us, but on a global scale it's surprisingly rare. In this video, Greg Taylor from the @KentDownsNL explains what makes this landscape internationally significant and why it's at the heart of the aspiring Cross-Channel UNESCO Global Geopark bid. 🌍 Watch now to discover the geology that has shaped Kent for millions of years. #Kent #WhiteCliffs #Geopark #KentDowns #Nature #ExploreKent

Do you live, work, study, shop or travel along London Road in Stone? We want your views on proposals to improve walking, wheeling and cycling. Your feedback will help shape the final design. Take part: kent.gov.uk/londonroadstone

Find your little big thing There are little things we can all do to look after our mental wellbeing, and these can make a big difference to how we feel. Find NHS approved advice and simple tips to help you look after your mental wellbeing and see whether you can make them part of your daily routine. Your Mind Plan gives you personalised suggestions and tips to help improve your mental wellbeing. kent.gov.uk/everymindmatters #WorldMentalHealthDay

Today is 🌍#WorldMentalHealthDay, let’s talk, listen, and support better mental health together. Conversations about mental health make a difference. Many of us worry about saying the wrong thing, and that can stop conversations before they begin. But these conversations matter. If you or someone you know is struggling, help and support is available: 📱Release the Pressure - Text the word STAND to 85258 or call 0800 107 0160 for free confidential support at any time 📍The Kent & Medway Safe Havens offer free mental health support for adults, 7 days a week - mhm.org.uk/kent-safe-havens 🖱️For further support visit the Kent and Medway Mental Health & Wellbeing Information Hub - kmhealthandcare.uk/mental-he…

Come and speak to us about walking and cycling proposals for the London Road (A226) between Cotton Lane and St Clements Way Roundabout. Meet the team at Stone Pavilion on 13 October, 5pm–7pm. View the plans and share your views: kent.gov.uk/londonroadstone

📚 It's the National Year of Reading, so we put some quick-fire book questions to the Leader of KCC, Linden Kemkaran. What book made you fall in love with reading? What's your favourite children's book? And are you team ebook, paperback or hardback? Watch her answers below 👇 then tell us yours in the comments. @KentLibraries #NationalYearOfReading #KentLibraries #LoveReading #BookTok #ReadingCommunity #Libraries

Make a real difference where you live 🌍 Every day, thousands of people across Kent rely on services that keep communities safe, supported and connected. From maintaining roads to supporting children and families, local government work touches almost every part of daily life. At Kent County Council, you won’t just be doing a job, you’ll help to make a difference in the place where you live.

Kent County Council (KCC) has announced new special leave entitlement for staff who volunteer at military cadet units in their spare time. news.kent.gov.uk/articles/na…