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GPs sent 'out of date' protective masks

GPs sent 'out of date' protective masks

19 March 2020

Doctors say they feel left 'hung out to dry' by the NHS after masks were sent to surgeries but the government insists they are safe to use.

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School closures ordered

School closures ordered

18 March 2020

The government says schools in England will shut on Friday afternoon and remain closed "until further notice".

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'Help us now' demands Visit Kent

'Help us now' demands Visit Kent

17 March 2020

Tourism body Visit Kent says the Government must act now to help businesses in the county survive the coronavirus crisis.

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Carphone Warehouse announces closures and mass job cuts

Carphone Warehouse announces closures and mass job cuts

17 March 2020

Carphone Warehouse is to close all its standalone stores - many in Kent - with the loss of 2,900 jobs.

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Kent stays home - show us your 'office'

Kent stays home - show us your 'office'

17 March 2020

People across Kent are waking up to the prospect of working from impromptu home offices today - we'll show you ours if you show us yours.

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PM: 'Stay away from pubs and restaurants'

PM: 'Stay away from pubs and restaurants'

16 March 2020

People are being urged to work at home and limit social contact amid fears coronavirus cases "could double every five or six days".

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Kent Big Weekend set to be disrupted by virus outbreak

Kent Big Weekend set to be disrupted by virus outbreak

15 March 2020

Tourism chiefs are now calling on the government for clear guidance for a sector which generates £3.8bn for the local economy.

Season ticket holders eligible for refund

Season ticket holders eligible for refund

15 March 2020

National Rail has confirmed that commuters can receive a refund for their season tickets if they are made to work from home.

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Guns, drugs and cash seized in 'war' on County Lines

Guns, drugs and cash seized in 'war' on County Lines

12 March 2020

Watch the moment police storm a house as they seize guns, drugs and cash amidst "war" on County Lines gangs in Kent.

School closures and home working loom amid coronavirus crisis

School closures and home working loom amid coronavirus crisis

12 March 2020

The Government is to step up its response to the coronavirus crisis, paving the way for home working, school closures and the cancellation of events.

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60 roads closed amid flood chaos

60 roads closed amid flood chaos

05 March 2020

Flood alerts remain in force today following heavy rainfall, with 60 roads closed across the county.

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Labour leadership candidates on how to win over Kent

Labour leadership candidates on how to win over Kent

29 February 2020

Candidates wanting to take over as leader of the opposition have been at a final hustings on the south coast.

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Third storm in a month hits

Third storm in a month hits

29 February 2020

Winds of up to 70mph continue to batter Kent's coastline.

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Village shop ransacked a year after cash machine raid

Village shop ransacked a year after cash machine raid

23 February 2020

Thieves have smashed their way into a convenience store to swipe cigarettes and cash – a year after a cash machine raid.

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The best pubs on the market in Kent

The best pubs on the market in Kent

23 February 2020

The latest figures show pub ownership is on the rise after years of decline.

Rival taxi firms team up to fight proposed rules

Rival taxi firms team up to fight proposed rules

21 February 2020

Competing taxi companies are working together to oppose new rules which they say would force price hikes and damage the local economy.

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Benefits claims up by 950 in a month

Benefits claims up by 950 in a month

18 February 2020

The number of people claiming benefits in Kent has now risen for the 18th month in a row.

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Bus drivers issued spit testing kits to fight abuse

Bus drivers issued spit testing kits to fight abuse

18 February 2020

A bus company will offer workers spit testing kits and mental health support after a spate of recent attacks on drivers.

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Storm causes power cuts and flooding

Storm causes power cuts and flooding

17 February 2020

Homes and businesses were left without power for hours in the aftermath of Storm Dennis.

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Live: Storm Dennis batters Kent again

Live: Storm Dennis batters Kent again

16 February 2020

Residents are being urged to take "immediate action" as several parts of the county are expected to be hit by floods.

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