PM must declare a ‘State of Emergency’ in Kent, Davey warns
The Liberal Democrats have demanded the Prime Minister declares a “State of Emergency” in Kent with over 5,000 lorries left stranded after the border between France and the UK was…
Operation Stack in place as French border closes for 48 hours
Operation Stack is now implemented on the coastbound carriageway of the M20 between Junctions 8 and 12. It has been put in place as a contingency measure following the French…
Long delays and possible gridlock as Operation Stack put in operation
Lorries could soon be parked up across Kent Photo: KCC Operation Stack is now implemented on the coastbound carriageway of the M20 between Junctions 9 and 11 as a contingency…
HGV supercab catches motorist putting on makeup at the wheel
A motorist caught reversing on the M2 and another applying her makeup at the wheel were among those targeted during a unique road safety operation. Officers from Kent Police’s Road…
Canterbury driver jailed following fatal collision with motorbike near Hawkinge
A motorist who collided with a motorcycle while overtaking, causing its rider fatal injuries, has been jailed. Arber Rama was driving along Canterbury Road in Densole, near Folkestone, at around…
M20 to be closed between Maidstone and Ashford for live Operation Brock barrier tests
Highways England and its partners in the Kent Resilience Forum will carry out a live test to mobilise a moveable barrier system on a section of the M20 from Friday…
Dashcam appeal after Range Rover Evoke drives away after collision with police car in New Romney
Kent Police officers are appealing for witnesses after a vehicle failed to stop at the scene of a collision in New Romney. The incident is reported to have happened at…
Thanet Police day-long purge on illegal drivers
Police in Thanet stopped drivers who were using mobile phones and seized uninsured cars during a day-long focus on road safety. Officers from the district’s Community Policing Team carried out…
Months of diversions to be lifted after Sandwich toll bridge is hoisted back in place
Sandwich toll bridge has been lifted back into position after essential maintenance work by Kent County Council. The Toll Bridge has been shut to traffic and pedestrians since September 21.…
Thanet Council concerns over EU transition lorry park at Manston Airport
The Leader of Thanet District Council has confirmed that the council continues to have major concerns about the use of the Manston Airport site as a holding area for up…