The following is reproduced on behalf of Medway Renaissance; (Ed.)

Quote'; "The new Pentagon taxi rank is on course to be up and running early next year, before work starts on construction of the proposed new bus station on Globe Lane.

The technical drawing, supplied by regeneration unit Medway Renaissance, shows how it will work.

Entry and exit will be from The Brook in both directions.

The rank is designed for 22 taxis and allows drivers to rank up on both sides of the approach, leaving a gap in the middle for any car receiving a radio call.

Ian Walton, vice chairman of the MLTDA, said, "The proposals outlined appear to be workable and we will liase with officials to work in the best interests of all taxi drivers in Medway. "The regeneration of Chatham is important to everyone and vital to the taxi drivers' livelihoods."

Jonathan Shaw, MP fo Chatham and Aylesford, said, "Taxi drivers were very impressed with the plans put before them.

"I am pleased that Medway Renaissance and the Taxi Trade have worked together to resolve the matter. I am sure this will be the start of a very productive relationship - that will benefit everyone who uses the local road network." 'Unquote.