GlaxoSmithKline has announced plans to close its Dartford factory over the next four years.

The proposals by one of Dartford's biggest employers was revealed this afternoon.

The proposal would result in the loss of more than 600 jobs.

Listen: Dartford council's leader Jeremy Kite gives his reaction to the shock news GSK is pulling out of town

The drugs manufacturer says the decision was taken following a detailed review of the business.

For the full story see this Thursday's Dartford Messenger.