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Two lanes are shut on the M25 due to a broken-down lorry with a gearbox issue.Motorists heading anti-clockwise between Junction 3 for Swanley and Junction 2 for Dartford are affected with lanes three and four closed.Two lanes are shut on the M25 due to a broken-down lorry. Picture: KCC HighwaysNational Highways traffic officers are at the scene, where there is three miles of congestion.There are approximately 20 minutes of delays.It is not known when the route could fully reopen.Listen to kmfm for travel updates.More as we get it. Source link

Gillingham manager Mark Bonner had no objections to the red card handed to midfielder Euan Williams during Tuesday night’s match. Williams, making his debut for the Gills after joining just before the season began, received a red card following a foul on Swansea’s Kyle Naughton near the halfway line. Despite a late goal from substitute Oli Hawkins offering a brief glimmer of hope, Gillingham lost the Carabao Cup tie 3-1, failing to force a penalty shoot-out. “There are no real complaints about the red card,” Bonner stated. “At the time, it seemed a bit reckless. Although it was low, his…

M J Prime Property proposed converting Turnpike House on High Street, Crawley, into 64 one-bedroom flats. The plan included five floors of flats, each featuring a bedroom, bathroom, and open-plan kitchen and living room. The two underground levels were designated for car parking. Despite the developer’s claim that the new flats would not negatively impact local traffic, Crawley Borough Council rejected the application for prior approval. The council cited the lack of evidence regarding highway impacts, insufficient parking provisions—including cycle spaces, disabled parking, and EV charging stations—and inadequate information about refuse, recycling, and site access for refuse vehicles. The application…

Harry Finch is optimistic that a victory in Kent Spitfires’ final Metro Bank One-Day Cup match of the season can set the stage for a strong finish. Kent will conclude their 50-over cup campaign against Northants Steelbacks at Canterbury today, already out of contention for the knockout stages following a seven-run defeat to Durham last Sunday. As Kent Spitfires’ wicketkeeper-batsman, Finch is eager to see his team build momentum with a win, despite a challenging season across all formats. The Spitfires will next face Worcestershire in County Championship Division 1 starting next Thursday, where they aim to avoid relegation and…

Ben Portsmouth is set to bring his worldwide hit show, ‘This is Elvis’ to the Orchard West Theatre on Sunday, September 8. With global success in over 20 countries including sell out performances on the same Vegas stage as Elvis, to London’s West End, Elvis fans will be treated to a trip down memory lane with many of the showman’s most-loved songs. Ben and the Taking Care of Elvis Band has previously welcomed packed audiences at the Orchard Theatre and Orchard West earlier this year. (Image: Ben Portsmouth/Orchard West) Ben said: “It’s a pleasure to be heading back to Dartford…

Callum Flynn, 29, of Belgravia Gardens, admitted using or threatening unlawful violence during a demonstration in Whitehall on July 31.  A previous court hearing was told a group of officers were called to deal with a demonstration in Whitehall shortly after 6pm that had been organised by so-called “cultural nationalists”.    Flynn pleaded guilty to the charge on Saturday (August 10) and was produced from custody to Inner London Crown Court for sentencing on Tuesday (August 13).  However, Flynn had no legal representative and the court heard his legal aid application had been rejected.  Judge Benedict Kelleher told him: “You…

Tuesday 13 August 2024 1:00 pm  |  Updated:  Tuesday 13 August 2024 11:57 am Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on WhatsApp Share on Email Whether it was Rachael Gunn’s breaking routine set to a Peter Griffin Family Guy soundtrack or Henrik Christiansen showcasing his chocolate muffins on TikTok, the Paris 2024 Olympic Games were heavily influenced by social media and digital engagement. Content not only captivated audiences but also sparked viral moments and, at times, provoked trolling. The Paris 2024 Games marked a significant shift in how viewers consume elite sports and the Olympics. “The Olympics…

Detectives uncovered a cannabis farm in Grantley Gardens, Shawlands, last night. This morning, officers were seen at the location, removing large Police Scotland bin bags from the property. Residents expressed concerns to the Glasgow Times, fearing the operation posed a significant fire risk due to the electricity used to maintain it. One resident described the situation as a “death trap” and expressed relief that the authorities intervened. Another resident, who lives nearby, called the discovery “really scary” and “shameful,” noting the potential danger to closely situated homes. A third resident mentioned the large police presence since last night, stating that…

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Location : The M25 clockwise between junctions J9 and J10 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 13:15 and 13:30 on 13 August 2024. Delay : There are currently delays of 40 minutes against expected traffic. Earlier Reason : Caused by the earlier broken down vehicle. Source link