24/03/26
Thanet’s Creative Catalyst work placement scheme joins launch of new ‘Marmot Place’ to tackle unemployment and inequality Kathy Bailes for The Isle of Thanet News

Thanet-based project Creative Catalyst was showcased at the launch of Kent as the UK’s first Marmot Coastal Region in Dover on March 13.

More young people not in education or employment will be supported into work and training as part of the landmark programme to end the postcode lottery affecting health and life chances for East Kent’s coastal communities.

The UK’s first Marmot Coastal Region (MCR) stretches from Swale to  Folkestone & Hythe, and includes Canterbury, Thanet, Dover, and Ashford.

Kent County Council’s (KCC) Leader outlined significant commitments to help tackle unemployment and lack of opportunity, two root causes of health inequality, in the first 24-months of the long term initiative.

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https://theisleofthanetnews.com/2026/03/22/thanets-creative-catalyst-work-placement-scheme-joins-launch-of-new-marmot-place-to-tackle-unemployment-and-inequality/#

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