Podcast: Gravesend woman forced into homelessness following emergency prohibition order on Northfleet HMO

A Kent woman says she’s been forced back into homelessness and is “living out of carrier bags” after being “kicked out” of her makeshift home.

Kelly Cardwell said her life was finally getting back on track after a year of sofa surfing when she found a converted garage room to rent – but council have told her she has to leave. 

Also in today’s podcast, we've been hearing from a Kent charity, on how to spot the subtle signs of alcohol dependency in the work place.

It's a new campaign from the Kenward Trust in Yalding - which will feature real life stories from people who alcohol use impacted their working lives. 

A new inclusion centre will open in Kent next month, to help support children with additional needs who are struggling in mainstream education. 

The Daffodil Project will offer programs for so-called "corridor kids" - who are at risk of being left behind or isolated because of unmet needs.

Fierce objections have been raised against plans for 45 houses and a 66-bedroom care home on a farmer’s fields with a neighbour claiming it will “absolutely spoil” the town.

The proposed development, which also includes the potential to transfer land to Sandwich Technology School for a new sports pitch, has been put to council. 

And kmfm’s campaign to replenish food banks in Kent during the summer holiday is back for 2025.

Last year, you donated more than 9-point 2 tonnes of tins that were distributed across the county – on today’s podcast you car hear from one of the charities who will benefit.