Planned demonstrations in Dover this Saturday

Kent Police has been made aware of a planned demonstration march in Dover tomorrow (Saturday 30 January 2016) that is likely to cause disruption in and around the town.

The march is expected to begin at Dover Priory railway station at 1pm before proceeding along Folkestone Road to York Street. It will then continue along Townwall Street to the Eastern Docks where a static protest will be held.

A second protest in opposition to the views of the first will be held at Market Square, Dover, from 11am.

It is anticipated that these demonstrations will attract larger numbers than recent protests and there will be extra police officers in the town whose main role will be to facilitate a peaceful protest, to maintain public safety and to minimise the impact on local people going about their daily business.

There is likely to be disruption to local roads and access to parking while the procession passes through. Access to Dover seafront may also be restricted during the afternoon.

Some disruption to businesses in the area of the protests is also possible and advice leaflets have been distributed to relevant areas giving further information.