Goodwin Sands: Kent's Shifting Ship Graveyard
The treacherous Goodwin Sands off Deal, Kent, have claimed 2,000 vessels. Discover how shifting sandbanks and modern sonar mapping impact Dover Strait shipping lanes.
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Shifting Goodwin Sands: A 2,000-Ship Graveyard
The treacherous Goodwin Sands sandbanks off Deal, Kent, have claimed 2,000 vessels. Discover how modern sonar now tracks their deadly migration. Read the full story.
Veolia apologises after homeless woman's possessions cleared
Veolia waste collectors removed a homeless woman's possessions from Dover High Street. The firm has apologised and pledged retraining for staff. Read the full story.
Waste firm sorry after homeless woman's possessions removed
Veolia and Dover District Council apologise after street cleaners removed a homeless woman's possessions. Refresher training ordered following public outcry.
Martin Lewis: Win a £6,000 Council Tax Refund
Martin Lewis reveals how thousands may be overpaying council tax. Follow his two-step check to challenge your band and potentially claim a backdated refund, just like one viewer who got £6,000 back.
How to check your council tax band and claim a refund
Martin Lewis explains a two-step check to see if you're in the wrong council tax band. One viewer secured a £6,000 refund. Learn how to challenge your band safely.
Luxury Dorset beach huts hit with 50% council tax rise
Owners of exclusive Dorset beach huts face a 50% council tax increase after the local authority reclassifies them as second homes. The move aims to raise £211k for local services.
Luxury Dorset Beach Huts Hit With 50% Council Tax Rise
Owners of exclusive Dorset beach huts face a 50% council tax increase as the local authority reclassifies them as second homes. The move aims to raise £211,000 amid a financial crisis.
First 2026 Migrants Arrive in UK via Channel in Freezing Cold
The first small boat migrants of 2026 have arrived in Dover, Kent, in bitterly cold weather. Read about the new Home Office powers to seize phones and the ongoing Channel crisis.
First 2026 migrant boat reaches Dover in freezing conditions
The first small boat migrants of 2026 have arrived in Dover. Read about the new Home Office powers to seize phones and the ongoing Channel crisis.
Social housing land sale after council delays
Millionaire Peter Waddell puts Dover plot up for £5m, blaming council 'heel-dragging' on 120-home affordable scheme. Read the full story of the stalled development.
Full list of who can get free or discounted Council Tax
Thousands of UK households could be eligible for a 100% discount on their council tax bill. Find out if you qualify for a full exemption or a reduction based on your circumstances.
Man cycles UK on homemade wooden bicycle for charity
Kidus Tesera cycled from John O'Groats to Dover on a bike made from recycled materials, raising money for Age UK and Mekedonia. His journey restored his faith in community.
Councils called 'Christmas Grinches' over decoration cuts
Councils in Australia face backlash for slashing Christmas decoration budgets, with critics labelling them 'Grinches' for prioritising red tape over festive spirit. Discover the full story.
Christmas Travel Chaos: Dover Delays, Lisbon Airport Queues
British holidaymakers face severe delays as a French border IT failure hits Dover. Meanwhile, Lisbon Airport sees 5-hour queues amid EU's new Entry/Exit System woes. Read the latest travel disruption news.
Christmas travel chaos: Major rail shutdowns, 24M cars on roads
Britain faces festive travel gridlock with 24 million cars predicted, major rail lines shut until New Year, and long queues at Dover. Plan ahead for Christmas and New Year journeys.
Record December Channel crossings hit 800+
Over 800 people crossed the English Channel in small boats on Saturday, setting a new record for December. The annual total now stands at 41,455. Read the full report on the latest migration figures.
Christmas travel chaos hits ferry ports and trains
Thousands face Christmas travel chaos with long Dover ferry queues and major train cancellations. RAC warns of record 37.5m leisure trips. Plan your journey now.
Channel Crossings Exceed 41,000 in 2025
Latest figures reveal over 41,000 people have crossed the English Channel in small boats in 2025, with a significant spike of 803 arrivals in a single day. Discover the details of this ongoing migration challenge.
Christmas Travel Chaos: UK Hit by Airport Delays & Gridlock
UK families face major Christmas travel disruption with 4-hour airport queues, ferry delays, and record road traffic. Get the latest advice and plan ahead.
Migrant groups arrive in Dover after overnight Channel crossings
Groups of migrants were brought into Dover by Border Force following a series of overnight Channel crossings. The 2025 total has now exceeded 40,000. Read the latest on the UK's response.
Dover Christmas travel hit by French border IT failure
Ferry passengers at Dover face hour-long delays due to French border IT issues during the record-breaking Christmas getaway. Plan ahead and allow extra time.
Dover Ferry Delays Hit Christmas Travellers After IT Failure
Thousands face severe delays at the Port of Dover after a French border control IT system collapse. Plan your journey and check latest updates now.
Migrant groups arrive in Dover after overnight Channel crossings
Groups of migrants were brought into Dover by Border Force following overnight small boat crossings from France. The 2025 total has now surpassed 40,000. Read the latest on the UK's response.
Migrants Arrive in Dover After Busy Night of Channel Crossings
Groups of migrants brought into Dover by Border Force after overnight Channel crossings. Over 40,000 have made the journey in 2025. Germany passes new law targeting smugglers.
French IT issues cause hour-long Dover delays for Christmas getaway
Ferry passengers face hour-long queues at Dover as French border IT systems fail, disrupting the UK's busiest Christmas getaway. Plan ahead and allow extra time.
Dover Port Chaos as IT Failure Delays Christmas Travel
Thousands of travellers face severe delays at the Port of Dover due to a French border IT failure. Get the latest updates on this breaking Christmas travel story.
Dover Port Chaos: IT Issues Cause Christmas Travel Delays
Thousands of travellers face severe delays at the Port of Dover due to a French border IT system failure, with freight operations suspended. Get the latest updates on this breaking story.
Dover Christmas travel chaos as French border IT fails
Ferry passengers face 60-minute queues at Port of Dover after French border IT glitch disrupts Christmas getaway. Nearly 30,000 cars expected. Plan ahead and allow extra time.
Reform's Kent Council Budget Gap Hits £60m
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, faces a £60 million budget shortfall next year even with a maximum council tax rise. Leaked documents reveal spending pressures and fears of severe service cuts.
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