Rumours of my demise…

In an interesting move, and one no doubt recognising the need for a degree of continuity as we enter a new five-year parliament under a Conservative majority, Cllr Rodney Chambers has retained an important seat on the Cabinet at Medway Council.

Although stepping down from the position of leader, Cllr Rodney Chambers will be cabinet member responsible for inward investment, strategic regeneration and partnerships. 

It’s a wide brief and – given the number of strategic partnerships Medway Council is involved in, whether it be on the development of Rochester Riverside, Lodge Hill or Universities of Medway – one thing is certain: Rodney Chambers will be very busy over the coming months.

Cllr Alan Jarrett is the new leader, with Cllr Jane Chitty retaining her cabinet responsibilities for economic development.