Summary
This report is concerned with the privately owned building
known as “Spembley Works”
and outlines the potential risks and liabilities that Medway
Council may face as a consequence of its deteriorating
condition.
The report will ask the Cabinet to agree interim measures to provide reasonable assistance and support in identifying and securing external funding opportunities to enable the matter to be progressed.
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: 19/10/2026
Decision due: 15 Dec 2026 by Cabinet
Lead member: Councillor Simon Curry, Portfolio Holder for Climate Change and Strategic Regeneration simon.curry@medway.gov.uk, Councillor Louwella Prenter, Portfolio Holder for Housing and Homelessness louwella.prenter@medway.gov.uk
Lead director: Adam Bryan
Contact: Dave Harris, Chief Planning Officer Email: dave.harris@medway.gov.uk Tel: 01634 331575, Janine Weaver, Director, South Thames Gateway Building Control Partnership Email: janine.weaver@stgbc.org.uk Tel: 01634 331600.
Relevant Overview and Scrutiny Committee:: Regeneration, Culture and Environment