Council contractors dismantled a wall after fears it would collapse onto pedestrians and traffic along a main road.

Problems along the wall in Canterbury Road near the Bybrook Road junction were reported to Kent County Council Highways last week.

It follows reports that a section of the 10 ft-high brick wall had fallen down and caused problems for traffic on Saturday.

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But KCC spokesman Thom Morris said: “The wall along Canterbury Road did not collapse. It was showing signs of instability and was dismantled as part of our regular programme of works.”

VIDEO: Contractors take down part of the 10ft wall.

The repair works continued on Monday and Tuesday this week, with bricklayers working in front of the properties. A footpath has been blocked and will reopen when the work is complete.