Issue details

Continuation of the Grow in Kent Visitor Economy and Inward Investment Service

Summary

This report will seek Cabinet approval for the Council to continue its contribution to the, jointly delivered with Kent County Council, Grow in Kent service, incorporating the Visit Kent and Invest Kent functions. The service supports visitor economy growth, inward investment, business engagement and place promotion across Kent and Medway.

 

Access to Information

The report together with any other documents being considered (unless they contain exempt information) will be available for inspection 5 clear days before the decision is taken by the Cabinet. Copies are available on the Council's website or requested from Democratic Services Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TR or email democratic.services@medway.gov.uk. If you wish to submit information to the Cabinet about the item please also contact Democratic Services.

Decision type: Key

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 28/07/2026

Decision due: 22 Sep 2026 by Cabinet

Lead member: Councillor Harinder Mahil, Portfolio Holder for Economic and Social Regeneration and Inward Investment harinder.mahil@medway.gov.uk

Lead director: Adam Bryan

Contact: Paul Cowell, Head of Culture and Libraries Email: paul.cowell@medway.gov.uk Tel: 01634 338144, Sean Henry, Principal Economic Development Officer Email: sean.henry@medway.gov.uk Tel: 01634 331368.

Relevant Overview and Scrutiny Committee:: Regeneration, Culture and Environment