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  1. Kent Traffic and Travel latest news

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    A reduced number of high-speed services in Kent have resumed today (December 31) following flooding between Ebbsfleet International and St Pancras International. Amid the ongoing spell of heavy rain and gusty winds, the two railway tunnels near Ebbsfleet International Station flooded and were forced to close for an extended period of time.. As such, no trains could run between St Pancras ...

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    The M20 is a motorway in Kent. It follows on from the A20 at Swanley, meeting the M25, and continuing on to Folkestone, providing a link to the Channel Tunnel and the ports at Dover. Week of closures on Kent M2 and A20 for resurfacing projects among roadworks.

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    With the heavy traffic flow around Kent, some of the roads can become congested. Keep an eye on Kent's traffic news for updates on any delays within the area. Here are some of the worst junctions in Kent to watch out for on your travels. The exit from the A249 at Sittingbourne onto the M2 towards Canterbury is notoriously tricky due to its ...

  13. Kent: Home Office says 748 migrants cross Channel in two days

    15 April 2024. The Home Office recorded 748 migrants arriving in Kent over the weekend after crossing the English Channel. Data shows, external 214 people were brought ashore at Dover on Saturday ...

  14. M20: Kent travel chaos continues for fifth day as section of ...

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    Location: The M25 clockwise between junctions J31 (Thurrock) and J1B (Dartford) . Lane closures: Lanes 1, 2 and 3 will be closed. Reason: Emergency barrier repairs are planned. Status: Pending. Schedule: Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 05:00 from 24 Apr 2024 to 26 Apr 2024. Schedule: From 23:00 on 26 Apr 2024 to 05:00 on 27 Apr 2024. Lanes Closed: There will be three of four lanes ...

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