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Masked protesters block Port of Dover access, causing traffic delays

Masked protesters blocked access to the Port of Dover, halting traffic on the A20.

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Masked demonstrators blocked access to the Port of Dover, preventing vehicles from entering or leaving the ferry terminal. [1] Kent Police said it was aware of a protest taking place at the ferry terminal and was engaging with protesters. [2] Traffic was stopped in both directions on the A20 between the A256 York Street and the A2 Jubilee Way in Dover, according to National Highways. [3] Dozens of individuals in balaclavas and black clothing blocked the operation of the Dover port on 2026-07-12 as part of a protest. [4] Labour MP Mike Tapp condemned the protesters, accusing them of creating chaos despite efforts to address migration issues. [5] The Kent Police confirmed awareness of the protest and are engaging in negotiations with participants. [6] The port administration confirmed disruptions to all routes in and out of the port and the city of Dover. [7] National Highways reported four miles (6.4km) of congestion and delays of up to 30 minutes on the A20. [8]
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  1. Masked demonstrators blocked access to the Port of Dover, preventing vehicles from entering or leaving the ferry terminal. · BBC News
  2. Kent Police said it was aware of a protest taking place at the ferry terminal and was engaging with protesters. · BBC News
  3. Traffic was stopped in both directions on the A20 between the A256 York Street and the A2 Jubilee Way in Dover, according to National Highways. · BBC News
  4. Dozens of individuals in balaclavas and black clothing blocked the operation of the Dover port on 2026-07-12 as part of a protest. · Lenta.ruRussia
  5. Labour MP Mike Tapp condemned the protesters, accusing them of creating chaos despite efforts to address migration issues. · Lenta.ruRussia
  6. The Kent Police confirmed awareness of the protest and are engaging in negotiations with participants. · Lenta.ruRussia
  7. The port administration confirmed disruptions to all routes in and out of the port and the city of Dover. · Lenta.ruRussia
  8. National Highways reported four miles (6.4km) of congestion and delays of up to 30 minutes on the A20. · BBC News
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