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Thousands of new homes approved in planned expansion of Kent borough
A total of 12,640 homes are planned over the coming years
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Heavy delays on M25 and M26 after roadworks overrun - updates
M25
Drivers are facing miles of traffic this morning (April 26)
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Residents furious about trial closure of 'vital link road'
Sevenoaks
The pilot road closure news in Sevenoaks has angered some residents - but those living there and the parish council are concerned about traffic
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CCTV appeal after 'theft and racist threats' at petrol station
Chatham
Police have appealed for anyone who can identify the man to contact them
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102 Kent stations will see no trains on May strike day
Traffic & Travel
Southeastern has confirmed it will only be able to run a very limited service on Tuesday, May 7
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Kent's tiny village where Joanna Lumley once lived with 'hidden gem' and stunning gardens
Best of Kent
Visitors to Rolvenden can also visit an historic church and a Grade II-listed windmill
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Villagers protest over 2,000-homes plan
Canterbury
More than a hundred protestors got together to criticise plans for a "new settlement" which, they believe, will "destroy" three villages
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Man in hospital after van and lorry crash shuts A20
Folkestone
Police and ambulance crews were called to the A20 Ashford Road this morning (April 25)
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Plans for 'eyesore' pub would have detrimental effect on seaside town
Margate
The Britannia closed in 2022 due to rising costs
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The lesser-known Kent gardens dubbed a 'magical oasis' that are perfect for a weekend spring walk
Folkestone
These stunning gardens have a fascinating history dating back around 100 years
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Great British Bake Off's Paul Hollywood becomes a superhero while filming
Paul Hollywood
The GBBO star was filming a TV commercial for Compare The Market
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Another weekend, another chance of winning a share of £250,000 in bet365’s free-to-play 6 Scores Challenge!
Merseyside derby
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Dogs
National Pet Day: Vote for the cutest dog in Kent in our new poll
We had hundreds of entries, but we've whittled the competition down to just 12
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Van and lorry crash shuts A20 in both directions - recap
A20
Heavy traffic built as the A20 Ashford Road was closed in both directions
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Drivers warned about fake penalty notices slapped on cars
Tunbridge Wells
The borough council has warned drivers not to take the phoney fines seriously
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All the coming DWP and benefits changes you need to know about
Cost Of Living
There will be shifts for anyone who claims benefits, including those on PIP, Universal Credit, legacy benefits and long-term sick leave
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Beauty fans rush to snap up £40 trending edit that's 'cheaper than Boots'
Shopping
The edit contains a range of high end and exciting new products from Elemis, Drunk Elephant, Glow Hub and more
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How your garden can be the first line of defence against flooding
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Flood Re, along with experts Dr Ed Barsley and Naomi Slade, share four ways to protect your home from flooding and water damage
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Virgin Media is handing out £200 or free Nintendo Switch in deal that ends this week
Shopping
One TV provider is giving away a free Nintendo Switch console to anyone who buys one of its streaming bundles - but you'll need to be quick as the deal ends soon
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Thousands of Brits on Universal Credit must act now or 'lose out'
Cost Of Living
The Department of Work and Pensions is sending out letters to thousands of Brits claiming benefits - ignore it and it could hit you in the pocket
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Beauty fans rush to snap up £40 trending edit that's 'cheaper than Boots'
Shopping
The edit contains a range of high end and exciting new products from Elemis, Drunk Elephant, Glow Hub and more
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'Hours left' as deadline falls today to vote in May 2 elections
UK & World News
ID is now needed to cast your vote
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Kent not among UK speeding hotspots as data shows who speeds the most
Traffic & Travel
Our county was found to have the second lowest ratio of registered vehicles to speeding offences in the country
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Man with 'fascination with firearms' had sawn-off shotgun in his attic
Crime
Police officers also discovered ammunition along with a number of legally-held air weapons
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Future of new Lidl store ‘at risk’ again as concerns lodged by competitors
Isle of Sheppey
Proposals for the new store were first submitted back in 2022
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Free pizza for first 100 customers as new Domino's opens
Fast Food
There are offers on pizzas during the opening weeks of the new store
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Best of Kent
Kent's spectacular Roman road is a fascinating journey including a foodie haven
From the Roman's bustling harbour, to ruins, forts and mosaics - Kent is bursting with history from this fascinating time
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Beauty fans say Boots 'game changer' £20 serum helps 'firm' skin and 'feels high end'
Boots UK
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Firm 'makes shambles' of removing asbestos from school
Courts
There were 'little to no control measures in place to protect pupils and staff'
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Urgent police appeal to find missing Gravesend teenager, 17
Gravesend
Mark Ives was last seen on Tuesday night
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Crash causes 'heavy traffic' on busy coastal road - updates
Traffic & Travel
Delays are likely as a result
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Sam Honey
I explored Kent's hidden gem coastal park where it felt like being on a tropical island
Hedi Mehrez
I went to one of Kent's 'most authentic' Turkish restaurants and now it's my ultimate comfort food
Hedi Mehrez
Hereâs what I learned from speaking with refugees
Sam Honey
I compared Hellmannâs mayo to Aldi, Tesco and M&S own brands and found a better choice for half the price
Kent village frozen in time named among UK’s best places for a holiday
Sevenoaks
It has also been dubbed among the nation’s ‘poshest’ villages
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The Kent A&E services where you can expect to wait the longest
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Wait times have actually shortened since the year began
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Kent refugee and campaigners react to Rwanda plan set to become law
Refugees
Asylum seekers arriving through irregular routes could be sent to Rwanda this summer
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Stanley unveil 'sleek' water bottle and it's available in Molly-Mae Hague's stylish Quencher colour
Shopping Picks
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New date Kent where there could be no trains as more strikes announced
Southeastern
An overtime ban will also be in place
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Update as 12-year-old accused of stabbing appears in court
Sittingbourne
The case will now be sent back to youth court with the new charge
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Opening date for restaurant of raved about Kent chef announced
Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells' latest restaurant also has a private dining room, a small wine bar and courtyard, and counter dining
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Get 20% off all food at TGI Fridays for one week only – claim it here
Shopping
The American-inspired restaurant chain will slash the cost of almost everything on the menu for diners who book using this simple money-saving method
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Kent town braces itself for closure of last bank
Tunbridge Wells
The only money house left in the Kent town will be Nationwide Building Society
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Gardening fans can get almost 50% off storage box with nifty money-saving trick
Shopping
The Keter Emily 277L Outdoor Garden Storage Box usually costs £36 but with Top Cashback's new customer sign-up bonus, keen gardeners can get £17.40 off
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Girl rushed to hospital 'violently ill' after social media trend
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Mikayla Solomon feared her 12-year-old daughter was going to die
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The eye-opening secret lives of real people in a Kent street told for the first time
Tunbridge Wells
'From the heartbreaking, to the funny, the secret lives of real people in Tunbridge Wells are told for the first time in a book'
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DWP warns millions of people they won't get extra payment for months
Kent News
People claiming benefits may have been expecting to see an extra 6.7% this month, but many won't get it yet
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The hidden pathway to a Kent beach that looks like it belongs on a stunning Greek island
IYA Alert County
A glimpse of paradise and a perfect place to visit in Kent
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Kent’s best places for shopping in 2024 including historic towns and popular centres
Sevenoaks
One Kent town centre in particular shone out above the rest
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Home Bargains 'gorgeous' £10 outdoor candle makes your garden look 'lush' and keeps flies away
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Home Bargains shoppers say they 'need' the gorgeous £10 outdoor candle for their gardens this summer
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Man is stabbed after 'argument' outside snooker lounge
Kent Police
The man was taken to a local hospital with injuries consistent with stab wounds, which are not life-threatening
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Man jailed after Dover shopkeeper hospitalised in ‘extremely violent attack’
Dover
The shopkeeper was left with serious head injuries after being assaulted with a bat and metal levelling edge
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These were Kent's most oversubscribed primary schools before offer day
Education
Nationally more than 92% of children got places at their first choice school in 2023, but that was not the case everywhere in Kent
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Every Kent road that will have resurfaced and pothole repair work
Kent County Council
Kent County Council has published where in the county it will spend the funding from Government
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Use WASPI calculator to see if you can claim up to £2,950 compensation
DWP
More than 100,000 women in Kent are still waiting to find out if they will get compensation
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The charming village with a medieval church and one of Kent's best pubs
Best of Kent
The village is located on the banks of the Medway Estuary
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Up to 21million people owed money by the DWP, says Martin Lewis
Cost Of Living
You could be entitled to thousands of pounds without even knowing it
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Kent Food Fest promises a weekend of non-stop food, music and family fun
Sevenoaks
Kent Food Fest promises two days of fun for all the family - and even your pets
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Opening dates confirmed for Kent's new Zizzi and Wagamama
Food & Drink
Both restaurants will open their doors this May
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The beautiful town in Kent where grammar schools can push up house prices by more than a third
Tunbridge Wells
House prices in this desirable Kent down can be driven up by 36 per cent because of its grammar schools
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Archbishop of Canterbury blasts housing crisis as 'blighting the lives and futures of millions of people'
Canterbury
Justin Welby said problems with housing are “blighting the lives and futures of millions of people” and is insistent there is a “moral responsibility” to change this
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'Violent' man threatens girls with knife in wooded area of Medway
Crime
Luke Slater approached his victims asking them for the time
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Popular food and drink festival returns at stunning Kent castle and is perfect for the whole family
Things to do in Kent
It promises three days of family fun, with food, drink, music, and attractions
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Sevenoaks
Kent's 'most desirable place to live' could get new hotel, homes and more
This regeneration of the town is being described as a "once in a lifetime opportunity"
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Man hit over head with blunt object in Folkestone street attack
Folkestone
Police said the victim suffered a head injury in the attack on Bradstone Road but has not yet come forward
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The ancient Kent high street named among the UK’s ‘healthiest’
Canterbury
The city centre recorded an impressively low number of empty units
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Week of closures on Kent M2 and A20 for resurfacing projects among roadworks
Traffic & Travel
A key stretch of the M20 will also shut throughout the week
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Kent welcomes two huge new Oliver Bonas stores this year
Bluewater Shopping Centre
The stores join two of the county’s biggest shopping hubs
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Partner Stories
How your garden can be the first line of defence against flooding
Flood Re, along with experts Dr Ed Barsley and Naomi Slade, share four ways to protect your home from flooding and water damage
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Two men charged with immigration offences after migrant deaths in Channel
Kent News
Yien Both and Tajdeen Adbulaziz Juma are due to appear in court
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Live-event
Live M25 and M26 traffic updates as heavy delays build after roadworks overrun
M25
Drivers are facing miles of traffic this morning (April 26)
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Thousands of new homes approved in planned expansion of Dartford
Dartford
A total of 12,640 homes are planned over the coming years
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102 Kent stations will see no trains on May strike day as people told to 'only travel if absolutely necessary'
Traffic & Travel
Southeastern has confirmed it will only be able to run a very limited service on Tuesday, May 7
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Traffic & Travel
Live-event
M25
Live M25 and M26 traffic updates as heavy delays build after roadworks overrun
Drivers are facing miles of traffic this morning (April 26)
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102 Kent stations will see no trains on May strike day as people told to 'only travel if absolutely necessary'
Traffic & Travel
Southeastern has confirmed it will only be able to run a very limited service on Tuesday, May 7
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Man in hospital after van and lorry crash shuts A20 in both directions near Hythe
Folkestone
Police and ambulance crews were called to the A20 Ashford Road this morning (April 25)
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Van and lorry crash shuts A20 in both directions near M20 junction for Hythe - recap
A20
Heavy traffic built as the A20 Ashford Road was closed in both directions
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Kent is not among UK speeding hotspots as data shows who speeds the most
Traffic & Travel
Our county was found to have the second lowest ratio of registered vehicles to speeding offences in the country
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Property
Canterbury
Kent village with same name as Surrey town is nearly £300k more expensive to live in
But Kent rivals Surrey with its coastal allure and natural beauty
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New Indian restaurant taking over closed down pub
Medway
The shopfront has been totally transformed ahead of the opening
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Plans for new shops and flats on busy Kent high street
Chatham
The proposals outline the demolition of the existing building to create a new four-storey development containing 23 flats
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What renters want Housing Ministers to change
Property
Since 2010, there have been 16 housing ministers, spending an average of 11 months in the hotseat
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Spring cleaning tips for home organisation with Vicky Silverthorn
Property
A change in seasons is the perfect opportunity to organise
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What's On News
Best of Kent
The tiny Kent village where Joanna Lumley once lived with a 'hidden gem' museum and stunning gardens
Visitors to Rolvenden can also visit an historic church and a Grade II-listed windmill
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Carol Kirkwood and Gaby Roslin at new Q&A events
What's On News
Guests will be able to take part in a number of sessions and events
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Eurocamp offering half-term family holidays for under £300
What's On News
Breaks are available across Europe - including France and Croatia
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The lesser-known Kent gardens dubbed a 'magical oasis' that are perfect for a weekend spring walk
Folkestone
These stunning gardens have a fascinating history dating back around 100 years
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In photos: Kent's underrated coastal gardens dubbed a 'magical oasis'
Best of Kent
Kingsnorth Gardens were opened in 1928 and feature a variety of stunning plans, ponds and water features
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Courts
Crime
Medway man who had 'fascination with firearms' had sawn-off shotgun in his attic
Police officers also discovered ammunition along with a number of legally-held air weapons
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'Sad irony' as Kent firm 'makes shambles' of removing asbestos from school
Courts
There were 'little to no control measures in place to protect pupils and staff'
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'Violent' man threatens girls with knife in wooded area of Medway
Crime
Luke Slater approached his victims asking them for the time
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Sex offender sexually abused two girls and a woman in Ashford and Dover
Courts
Nicholas Lumsden has been jailed for 14 years
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'Disgraceful' man assaults medical staff and throws hot drink in Maidstone officer's face
Kent News
Darren Turpin has been jailed
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Jobs
Jobs
Quarter of working mums say parental leave has slowed their career
Over two fifths of mothers felt isolated and disconnected from colleagues upon returning from parental leave
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Pursue your passion with Kent Adult Education in 2024
Partner Stories
Adult learners can discover vibrant and challenging courses, learn new skills and meet new people
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Volunteer police officers are making a difference in your community
Partner Stories
Join the force today with Kent Police and help change lives in your local area
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M&S needs 500 more Christmas staff in Kent with discount perks for you and chosen family member
Bluewater Shopping Centre
Bluewater has been identified as the main hotspot with the most vacancies
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New map shows the highest and lowest earning neighbourhoods in Kent
Politics
In one Kent neighbourhood, wealthy residents earn nearly three times the national average wage
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Health
Health
Runner scared of wetting herself found solution and won gold
Sandra says her pelvic floor was damaged after having three children
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Pharmacist says skin change 'silent messenger' of serious problems
Health
"Skin is a major organ, capable of revealing not just cosmetic but also potentially life-threatening conditions"
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10.5million putting eye health at risk with five-year mistake
Health
People are also missing out on the chance to catch other serious health conditions
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Women face postcode lottery as key health promise has been missed
Health
The Government set a deadline of April 2024
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Snoring can be sign of serious problems and even lead to tooth loss
Health
A dentist has explained the serious underlying health problems you need go watch for and why snoring is bad for your teeth
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Uk & World News
UK & World News
UK drivers have forked out £10bn on unexpected repairs in the last 12 months
Some of the most common pricey fixes include damaged or cracked windscreens, and warning lights flashing up on the dashboard
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Labour to pledge to renationalise railways if elected
UK & World News
The party will call it the “biggest overhaul to our railways in a generation”
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'Unscrupulous tattooists' warning as number of parlours explodes
UK & World News
Concerns have been raised about the trend of recent years
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'Hours left' as deadline falls today to vote in May 2 elections
UK & World News
ID is now needed to cast your vote
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St George’s Day march hit by violence as police grapple with protestors
UK & World News
Video footage released by the Metropolitan Police showed people 'violently forcing their way through' cordon, the force said
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How your garden can be the first line of defence against flooding
Flood Re, along with experts Dr Ed Barsley and Naomi Slade, share four ways to protect your home from flooding and water damage
Live M25 and M26 traffic updates as heavy delays build after roadworks overrun
M25
Drivers are facing miles of traffic this morning (April 26)
Thousands of new homes approved in planned expansion of Dartford
Dartford
A total of 12,640 homes are planned over the coming years
102 Kent stations will see no trains on May strike day as people told to 'only travel if absolutely necessary'
Traffic & Travel
Southeastern has confirmed it will only be able to run a very limited service on Tuesday, May 7
Villagers protest over 2,000-homes plan in Canterbury
Canterbury
More than a hundred protestors got together to criticise plans for a "new settlement" which, they believe, will "destroy" three villages
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M25
Live M25 and M26 traffic updates as heavy delays build after roadworks overrun
Drivers are facing miles of traffic this morning (April 26)
Thousands of new homes approved in planned expansion of Dartford
Dartford
A total of 12,640 homes are planned over the coming years
The tiny Kent village where Joanna Lumley once lived with a 'hidden gem' museum and stunning gardens
Best of Kent
Visitors to Rolvenden can also visit an historic church and a Grade II-listed windmill
102 Kent stations will see no trains on May strike day as people told to 'only travel if absolutely necessary'
Traffic & Travel
Southeastern has confirmed it will only be able to run a very limited service on Tuesday, May 7
All the coming DWP and benefits changes you need to know about
Cost Of Living
There will be shifts for anyone who claims benefits, including those on PIP, Universal Credit, legacy benefits and long-term sick leave
Ad Feature
Partner Stories
How your garden can be the first line of defence against flooding
Flood Re, along with experts Dr Ed Barsley and Naomi Slade, share four ways to protect your home from flooding and water damage
Live M25 and M26 traffic updates as heavy delays build after roadworks overrun
M25
Drivers are facing miles of traffic this morning (April 26)
Thousands of new homes approved in planned expansion of Dartford
Dartford
A total of 12,640 homes are planned over the coming years
The tiny Kent village where Joanna Lumley once lived with a 'hidden gem' museum and stunning gardens
Best of Kent
Visitors to Rolvenden can also visit an historic church and a Grade II-listed windmill
102 Kent stations will see no trains on May strike day as people told to 'only travel if absolutely necessary'
Traffic & Travel
Southeastern has confirmed it will only be able to run a very limited service on Tuesday, May 7