Dover News - December 2010

UK Border Agency officers in Dover have charged a man with the illegal importation of approximately one kilo of cocaine. Kingsley Nwanekwu, a German national living in Greenwich, London was arrested on 26 November at Dover.

Dover District Council is welcoming news that a decision has been made by the NHS Trust on plans for the Community Hospital in Dover, as a decision enables the Council to move forward with partners to maximise the benefits for the future of the area.

The Port of Dover has today hosted a visit by Shipping Minister, Mike Penning MP in order for him to see at first hand the UK's number one international ferry port in operation.

The Port of Dover played host this week to a VIP delegation from Bangladesh in order to show how Europe's busiest roll-on roll-off ferry port operates and plans for the future.

Dover District Council have released their opening times over the Christmas and New Year period.

Kent police in Dover are appealing for witnesses following an assault on a 14 year-old schoolgirl, which happened between 3.15 and 3.45pm on Monday, 6 December.

If you're looking for something fun for the whole family this festive season, Dover Museum is holding a special seasonal Family Day on Monday 20 December, and is open for visitors during the Christmas holiday period.

Kent County Council and Dover District Council are spreading a little Christmas cheer to local community groups following approval of funding for 35 community projects across the district, as recommended by local residents during the year.

Kent Police and the Dover District Community Safety Unit have responded to concerns about a disused property being used by drug takers.