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A new boss has taken over as the new Programme Director of the Dover Pride Strategic Partnership.

Anne Knight has 16 years experience in economic and social regeneration and development and is currently based at Dover District Council reporting directly to the Dover Pride Strategic Partnership.

Dover Pride is a multi agency partnership that is committed to successfully delivering the inspirational plans for regeneration, economic development and growth in Dover.

Anne said: “This is an exciting, challenging role that offers a fantastic opportunity to help develop Dover as a prosperous and vibrant gateway town where people enjoy living, working and visiting.

"With the recent announcement of growth point status, the advent of the high speed rail link, and the key projects planned for the Mid Town, Western Docks, Waterfront, Town Investment Zone, Dover Castle, Western Heights, Connaught barracks, White Cliff Business Park and Buckland Mill, this is really a critical time for the future of Dover and underpins the need for effective partnership working to deliver the plans in a connected and strategic way."

Cllr Paul Watkins, Dover Pride Vice-Chairman and Dover District Council Leader said: “We are delighted to see this significant appointment being made and extend a warm welcome to Anne in her role.”