Three Kent firms say their energy bills are set to soar by tens of thousands of pounds - and warn the impact will be worse than lockdown.

Market traders are having “sleepless nights” over how they will pay the bills after being told to cough up thousands of pounds in backdated rent.

A leading business organisation has joined a call for immediate steps to help ease the burden of energy rises on firms.

The couple behind one of Kent's biggest independent fashion retailers say they've been left with no choice but to move their business 100% online.

It started life as a humble grocers and drapers shop before turning into a high street staple and incarnations as a Wetherspoon and dessert parlour.

As the county braces itself for the energy price cap increase in October, jobless figures in all but three districts continue to fall.

A standalone Argos store will close its doors for the final time next week as part of cost-cutting plans.

A slew of roadworks is causing people 'grief' with complaints of delays, chaos and falling trade.

A well-known food store has opened up at a Kent retail park.

A Kent hardware store which has been serving customers for more than half a century has announced it will be shutting down.

A major supermarket chain is opening a new 3,000 sq ft store which will be run off 100% renewable electricity.

A range of discounted cleaning products are proving a hit as our spending habits change due to the cost-of-living crisis.

A nursery says business has never been so good as it looks to expand yet further in the county.

A popular vintage clothing shop that has been a staple on the high street for 26 years is set to close.

Aldi is 'fully committed' to open a flagship store when it closes a town centre branch, with Home Bargains lined up to move in when it vacates.

What started as a treat for a family member has led to a nationwide business with bespoke trailers selling for up to £33,000.

A popular brand is to unveil its newly expanded store at a shopping centre today - doubling the space previously available.

A major jobs fair takes place next week - with more than 40 employers seeking staff.

Ambitious plans to keep a working docks in operation have been unveiled in parliament.

The latest business barometer has revealed a dip in confidence levels this month across the South East.