Wilko on verge of liquidation
THE management of homeware and household goods retailer Wilko, which has a shop in Royal Victoria Place (RVP), has filed a “notice of intention” to cease trading, following a liquidity crisis. Wilko Chief Executive Officer Mark Jackson said on Thursday (August 3): “While we can confirm we’ve had a significant level of interest, including indicative […]
Best foot forward to keep free local legal service
EIGHTEEN teams of legal firms and organisations stepped out last Wednesday (June 28) to raise funds to help keep North West Kent Citizens’ Advice Bureau (NWKCAB) free to use and available. Scores of local staff and partners took part in the 10km-walk through Tunbridge Wells. A local funding officer for NWKCAB told the Times: “One […]
Yoyo on the up with Living Wage Employer commitment
By Victoria Roberts COMMITTING to the ‘real living wage’ of £10.90 an hour is a path to “happy and thriving” staff and an example for the wider business community, according to a new Living Wage Employer. Digital creative agency Yoyo Design earlier this month announced its commitment to the wage scale, which is nearly 5 […]
Legal professionals celebrate 90 years of local law society
The Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge & District Law Society (TWTDLS) celebrated its 90th anniversary on Monday May 29. Originally founded in the offices of Berry & Berry (now Berry & Lamberts Solicitors) in Church Road, Tunbridge Wells in 1933, the current President of TWTDLS, John Spence, a Property Litigation Partner at CooperBurnett LLP, was invited to […]
Green Duck the latest to land at RVP’s Ely Court
THE Green Duck Tap Room is the latest business to open in Ely Court, the arcade linking Royal Victoria Place (RVP) with Camden Road. More food and drink businesses expected to open in the coming weeks. The Tunbridge Wells-based family business already runs the Green Duck Emporium inside RVP, near the Grosvenor Road entrance, with […]
Boss builds foundations for mental health at work
A CONSTRUCTION boss who has battled through anxiety has called for an improvement in mental health in the construction industry, by involving employers and staff alike. Joining forces with West Kent Mind for Mental Health Awareness Week (May 15-21), Andrew Mann urged people to understand and address the symptoms of anxiety and develop coping mechanisms […]
Dedication is the key to dealing with dementia
DEDICATED resources are the key to dealing with dementia, according to a local care home that is spreading awareness ahead of Dementia Action Week (May 15-21). With 900,000 dementia sufferers in the UK, local care home Chamberlain Court caters specifically to the demographic, said Customer Relationship Manager Emma Andrews. “My role involves meeting with families […]
Southeastern named as a ‘Menopause Friendly’ firm
SOUTHEASTERN railway has won accreditation as a ‘Menopause Friendly’ employer from an organisation that campaigns for the rights of women in the workplace. The rail operator has been recognised for its efforts in introducing culture, policies and working practices that take into account the potential impact of the menopause on female staff. The accreditation was […]
New bar and eatery to open in The Pantiles
A classy new venue is to open in late April in the heart of Tunbridge Wells’ most scenic spot. Charlotte’s of The Pantiles will be the town’s newest eatery and bar, with the space having undergone a complete renovation to include a new kitchen and bar, complete with an inside living wall, a cosy fireplace, […]
Food shop and bar reopens after flood
A GROCERY shop and bar on The Pantiles has reopened after the building nearly sunk following a flood almost 14 months ago. Oliver Greens, which sells local produce as well as drinks at its bar, has finally reopened after flooding in the basement forced it to close back in January 2022. The shop’s owner, Claire […]
