More than 700 police officers are on standby to try and prevent a repeat of violent clashes in Dover this weekend.

At least 100 right-wing demonstrators are expected to descend on the town, where they will hold a march and a gig, both of which are expected to be countered by left wing protesters.

The Chief Constable has imposed conditions on both factions in an effort to prevent serious disruption to the community after previous demonstrations saw violent clashes.

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Police have also been authorised to use enhanced stop-and-search powers under Sections 60 and 60AA of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994.

This means officers will not have to have "reasonable suspicion" before searching someone.

Kent Police say this is intended to deter people from bringing weapons to the march.

The right-wing march will start at Dover Priory railway station at 4pm on both days.

The group will then travel left into Folkestone Road, right at the roundabout onto York Street, left into Queen Street, right into Fishmonger’s Lane and then immediately right following the route through the underpass.

They will walk directly across the pedestrian walkway onto Marine Parade promenade, turning left and continuing to the end opposite the Eastern Docks roundabout where speeches will take place.

The march will then return to Dover Priory along the same route.

Left-wing protestors will assemble at a designated area on Marine Parade – north of the A20 Townwall Street – between 2pm and 7pm on both days.

Kent Police say the protest disruption, but are prepared to deal with the protests.

Deputy Chief Constable Paul Brandon said: “From previous experience we know that such demonstrations have the potential to cause serious disruption to the community of Dover, and it is highly probable there will be disruption again.

“However, groups cannot be prevented from entering Dover or demonstrating so long as the demonstration is peaceful and legitimate."