Last week, the Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, delivered the Autumn Statement. His priorities focused on Stability, Growth and Public Services. We have summarised key highlights for businesses and organisations below. Kirsten... read more →
The festive season is a significant and busy time of year for all of our businesses and the town. Each year, Kingston First organises a programme of Christmas activities and... read more →
You may recall that following feedback from businesses, residents and visitors for more greening, seating and biodiversity in the town centre we introduced a temporary scheme, known as Social Spaces,... read more →
For the latest in our Member Spotlight series, we catch up with coffee aficionados and cake wizards Local Hero. We hear all about their Kingston roots, their family ethos and... read more →
Our recent research with Kingston First members highlighted that 9 out of 10 respondents agreed that a vision for Kingston town centre is important. We’ve started working with Kingston Council... read more →
On 23rd September the Chancellor, Kwasi Kwarteng announced a range of measures to boost economic growth and support businesses. Key highlights for businesses to know are: National insurance Businesses will... read more →
Kingston Council and Kingston First are working together to create a new vision for the town centre and surrounding area which helps unlock opportunities for investment and development and creates... read more →
This week we are catching up with long-term Kingstonian Paul Bhalla, who on top of his busy role as Director of Specsavers Kingston is also on the Kingston First board,... read more →
It is with great sadness Kingston First has received the news of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Throughout her reign, the Queen has demonstrated an extraordinary... read more →
For this Member Spotlight, we are catching up with Kingston born and bred company, Jarmany. We talk to them about their massive growth in the past few years, their commitment... read more →