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Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J8 and J9 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 01:30 and 01:45 on 2 July 2024. Cause : Road repairs. Delay : There are currently delays of 15 minutes against expected traffic. Source link

Michael Drew was an elite swimming coach who worked with boys across south London, east London and Essex for four decades.  He went on to become president of the British Swimming Coaches Association but was unmasked in 2000 when five boys came forward about abuse he’d subjected them to between 1969 and 1991.  Drew was jailed for six years in 2001, a sentence which sparked concern about the wider issue of child sexual abuse in the sport.  In 2022 a sixth historic victim approached police about abuse he had suffered at Drew’s hands in the 1970s.  On Friday (June 28,…

Gillingham is set to travel to Wales for their Carabao Cup first-round match against Championship side Swansea City. The draw took place on Thursday morning. The fixture at the Swansea.com Stadium is scheduled for the week commencing August 12, just days after Gillingham’s League 2 season opener against Carlisle United at Priestfield on Saturday, August 10. Gillingham last faced Swansea in January 2019, suffering a 4-1 defeat in the FA Cup after defeating Cardiff City in the previous round. Thirty-two clubs participated in the unseeded southern section draw, with the competition being regionalized until the third round. Luton and Burnley…

The iconic bakery unveiled its sleek new store on Friday, June 28, creating three more jobs for Bromley residents. Previously located at 112 Bromley High Street, the bakery has now relocated to a larger premise at 103-105 High Street. The new location boasts a refreshed design with comfortable indoor seating, and will be open from 7am until 7pm daily. Customers can expect their Greggs favourites, including the famous sausage rolls and steak bakes, as well as a selection of delicious vegan alternatives. The shop will also offer deals throughout the day, such as their popular breakfast platter which includes a…

“Kent Spitfires’ Skipper Sam Billings Calls for Accountability Amid Poor T20 Blast Form Sam Billings, leading the Kent Spitfires through a challenging T20 Blast season, emphasizes the need for players to take responsibility following their fifth consecutive defeat to Essex at Canterbury. Billings expressed disappointment with the team’s performance in front of a large crowd, citing deficiencies in batting, bowling, and fielding. “It’s simply not up to par,” lamented Billings. “We’ve analyzed our games thoroughly. We struggle with consistency in delivering crucial balls and allowing our opponents too many opportunities to score big.” Addressing the bowling unit’s struggles, Billings noted…

Kent, dealing with multiple injuries, has brought in a batsman on loan to strengthen their squad for the coming weeks. Essex right-hander Feroze Khushi will join Kent for their County Championship match against Hampshire on Sunday. The 25-year-old is also set to play in three Vitality Blast fixtures, though he won’t be competing against Essex next month. Kent’s director of cricket, Simon Cook, commented: “With nine of our first-team players unavailable, we’re pleased to have Feroze with us to provide more options at the top of the order while we wait for our regular batters to regain fitness. “Zak Crawley…

Gillingham have transferred defender Scott Malone to League 1 club Crawley Town. Malone, 33, was one of four players listed for transfer by Gillingham this summer. The former Millwall defender played 48 games for the Gills last season, although many appearances in the latter part of the campaign were as a substitute, with Max Clark taking his spot in the starting lineup. Malone was awarded Gillingham’s 2023/24 goal-of-the-season for his impressive volley against Sutton United. Despite making four new signings in the off-season, Gillingham needs to balance their books to bring in more players, making Malone’s departure timely. Malone has…

The Gills Focus on Fitness as Pre-Season Training Commences Today marks the return of Gillingham to Priestfield Stadium, focusing intensely on fitness after a disappointing 2023/24 season. With nine weeks since their last match, the team gears up for a new challenge in League 2 under the guidance of newly appointed manager Mark Bonner. Bonner, who recently took over from Stephen Clemence, emphasizes a structured approach for the upcoming season. He states, “Pre-season priorities are fitness first, followed by team structure and effective combinations. It’s crucial to see what works immediately and what needs development.” Excitement is palpable among players…

Location : The A303 eastbound between the A36 and the junction with the A360 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 11:45 and 12:00 on 1 July 2024. Delay : There are currently delays of 15 minutes against expected traffic. Source link

“Arthurlie Avenue Closure for Scottish Water Maintenance Arthurlie Avenue, between Burnbank Drive and Aurs Glen, will be closed on Monday, July 15, from 9am to 6pm. The closure is necessary for Scottish Water to conduct ironworks repairs in the vicinity of the road. During this period, all vehicles, except those involved in the works and emergency services responding to incidents, will be restricted from accessing the area. Drivers are advised to use the following alternative route: Arthurlie Avenue – Weir Avenue – Arthurlie Street – Aurs Drive – Roebank Drive, and vice versa.” Source link