e-watch•Today 05:53

Friday 31st July 2026

Issue 2413

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Checked : Friday 31st July. Updated : Thursday 30th July

• Appeal following fatal collision near Tunbridge Wells
• CCTV appeal following reported assault in Canterbury
• Witness appeal following assault in Broadstairs
• Appeal following robbery in Tunbridge Wells

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Checked : Friday 31st July. Updated : Thursday 30th July

 Has links to Rochester and Birmingham.

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Checked : Friday 31st July. Updated : Thursday 30th July

• Warning issued to solar panel owners following arrests for fraud
• Gillingham pensioner sees brutal burglar jailed
• Sex offender jailed after targeting child in Rochester
• Eight charges secured against suspected Canterbury shoplifter

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service News Webpage

Checked : Friday 31st July. Updated : Thursday 30th July

• KFRS shines spotlight on fire safety with online video series
• KFRS updates proposals to improve emergency cover

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service Incidents Webpage

Checked : Friday 31st July. Updated : Wednesday 29th July

• Grass and shrubland alight in Chatham
• Grass fire in Dunkirk, Faversham
• Grass fire in Mote Park, Maidstone
• Grass fire in Barham, Canterbury
• Outdoor fire in Canterbury

Click for The Kent County Council News Webpage

Checked : Friday 31st July. Updated : Thursday 30th July

• Six-week consultation opens on draft Kent Minerals Sites Plan
• First Project Athena Children’s Home Complete as Kent Expands Care Closer to Home
• KCC launches DOLGE strategy
• Sittingbourne Library and Family Hub celebrates successful official opening
• Kids go free on Kent buses this August
• Beginning of the end for Operation Brock as KCC secures £20 million for Dover access improvements

Click for The Latest scam alerts from Which? Webpage

Checked : Friday 31st July. Updated : Wednesday 29th July

• Scam apps are disguising online casinos
• Cosmetic surgery scam ads

Click for The Get Safe Online News Webpage

Checked : Friday 31st July. Updated : Wednesday 29th July

• Air CON threat: Fake air conditioning scams surge warning with new heatwave

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Checked : Friday 31st July. Updated : Thursday 23rd July

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

Click for The Trading Standards Product recalls & Safety Notices Webpage

Checked : Friday 31st July. Updated : Thursday 30th July

• Safety Report: Hashmi Kajal Eyeliner
• Recall: Milton Baby Bottle Cleaner 500ml
• Recall: Vilac Farm Musical Blocks
• Recall: 3M Peltor Comtac VIII Headset
• Safety Report: Kabi My Little Birthday Cake Puzzle
• Recall: Blair Tub Rust Velvet Armchair
• Safety Report: SundpeyPRO Brushless Hammer Drill (sold via Amazon)
• Safety Report: PCL Push Button Safety (PBS) Coupling
• Recall: Emerson Sempell GmbH Valve Fastener
• Safety Report: 100cm Jumbo Soft Plush Elephant (sold via Amazon)

Click for The KCC Traffic Information Webpage

Checked : Friday 31st July. Updated : Thursday 30th July

• Sundridge, A25 Main Road: Temporary traffic lights in place between Chevening Road and New Road junctions for Thames Water burst main repair works. Expect delays in the area.

Beat The BBQ Squeeze: How To Organise Your Fridge Before A Party

To maximise the freshness of your summer food and keep your precious trifle in tip-top condition, you’ve got to organise your fridge space.

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Heatwave Myths: Which?’s Expert Scientists Reveal What Really Works (and What Doesn’t)

Which?’s team of scientists separate heatwave fact from fiction to help you keep cool this summer

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Heatwave Scams: Watch Out For Dodgy Air-conditioner Offers

Scammers and dodgy retailers target online shoppers with fake and non-existent goods

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Five Text Message Scams To Watch Out For

Watch out for fake parking fine texts and the return of the ‘Hi Mum and Dad’ scam

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Three Surprises That Could Reshape Your Retirement

Retirees reflect on whether the reality of retirement lives up to the dream

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

5 Surprising Uses For Washing-up Liquid

Don’t underestimate the power of a bottle of washing-up liquid – it can replace several pricey cleaning products in your home

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

I’m A Travel Expert – Here’s 7 Things I’m Doing To Prepare For EES

How to minimise hassle amid longer border check queues at airports

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

What Is ‘inflammaging’? 5 Science-backed Ways To Tackle Chronic Inflammation

Chronic inflammation is linked to an array of illnesses, but simple habit swaps can help lower your risk

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

How Fake Delivery Texts Fuel A Fraud Empire

Criminals blast out fake texts by the thousands, and they’re getting harder to detect – here’s how to stay safe

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

6 Places You Should Never Store Your Passwords – Unless You Want To Get Hacked

Strong passwords help protect your online accounts, but saving them in the wrong location can make them much easier for criminals to access

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Road Works

Sevenoaks

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge
Pipers Green Road in Brasted	On Thursday 23rd of July between 14:40 and 19:38. Somebody damaged fencing to a field. Crime Report No. 46/122072/26
Eynsford
Shoreham Road in Eynsford	Between 14:30 on Saturday 25th of July and 09:20 on Sunday 26th of July. Somebody stole both number plates from a Toyota parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/123428/26
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
Lombard Street in Horton Kirby and South Darenth	On Monday 20th of July around 22:30. Somebody broke into a business property and stole multiple items. Crime Report No. 46/123001/26
Gills Road in Horton Kirby and South Darenth	On Monday 27th of July around 23:04. Somebody stole a black vehicle, HT22***, from a residential parking bay. Crime Report No. 46/122659/26
Shrubbery Road in Horton Kirby and South Darenth	On Tuesday 28th of July around 01:45. Somebody broke into a garage at a residential property. They do not appear to have taken anything. Crime Report No. 46/123918/26
Hextable
Lower Road in Hextable	Between 19:00 on Friday 24th of July and 04:00 on Sunday 26th of July. Somebody stole both number plates from a Vauxhall Corsa parked on a driveway. Crime Report No. 46/122077/26
Swanley St Mary’s
Ash Close in Swanley	On Friday 24th of July around 03:00. Somebody tried to steal a vehicle from the road, but were disturbed. Crime Report No. 46/122164/26
Farm Avenue in Swanley	Between 19:00 on Sunday 26th of July and 10:15 on Monday 27th of July. Somebody broke into a garage at a residential property. They stole a quad bike. Crime Report No. 46/123675/26
Swanley White Oak
Walnut Way in Swanley	Between 19:00 on Friday 24th of July and 00:50 on Saturday 25th of July. Somebody broke into a residential property and stole an Xbox. Crime Report No. 46/122802/26
Westerham and Crockham Hill
London Road in Westerham	On Saturday 25th of July between 16:50 and 17:05. Somebody stole fuel from a petrol station. Crime Report No. 46/122245/26

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e-watch•Today 05:45

Tuesday 28th July 2026

Issue 2412

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Click for The KP Appeals Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 28th July. Updated : Monday 27th July

• Appeal for witnesses following report of harassment in Kings Hill
• Missing man from Gillingham
• Witnesses sought after fatal collision in Whitstable
• Man in 20s dies following collision in Harrietsham

Click for The KP Policing news Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 28th July. Updated : Monday 27th July

• Suspect charged after serious assault in Maidstone
• Murder investigation launched following fatal Whitstable collision
• Nuisance bikes seized in operation to tackle antisocial behaviour in Ramsgate
• Conspirators in east Kent drugs supply network jailed for over 16 years
• Charges brought after serious assaults in Gillingham
• Almost £5million paid back by criminals following Kent Police action
• Medway county lines drug dealer jailed
• Suspect charged as vehicle crime crackdown continues in Dover

Click for The Kent and Medway CCG News Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 28th July. Updated : Friday 24th July

• Bold new vision for health and care in Kent and Medway

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service News Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 28th July. Updated : Monday 27th July

• Help KFRS to cut out grass fires

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service Incidents Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 28th July. Updated : Tuesday 28th July

• Wildfire in Milton Regis, Sittingbourne
• Outdoor fire in Kingswood, Maidstone
• Field fire in Throwley, Faversham
• Lorry fire on M25 near Orpington
• Field fire in Collier Street, Tonbridge

Click for The Kent County Council News Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 28th July. Updated : Friday 24th July

• A299 Thanet Way resurfacing scheme now complete
• Kent joins national call for residents to delay disposing of fridges and freezers where possible

Click for The Latest scam alerts from Which? Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 28th July. Updated : Monday 20th July

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

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Checked : Tuesday 28th July. Updated : Thursday 23rd July

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

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Checked : Tuesday 28th July. Updated : Friday 24th July

• Recall: Mondraker OnOff S9 MTB Carbon Handlebar
• Safety Report: Chick C Toy (sold via Amazon)
• Safety Report: Lueden 2 Gang 2 Way Double Wall Light Switch (sold via Amazon)
• Recall: Wizz Toys 7.4cm x 4cm Wishing Bottles
• Recall: Wizz Toys 7.8cm Gold Charms Wishing Bottles

Click for The KCC Traffic Information Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 28th July. Updated : Monday 27th July

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

Will New ‘buy Now, Pay Later’ Protections Help Everyone?

There are concerns that some consumers could be pushed to using expensive and unregulated alternatives instead

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

12 Cheap And Free Things To Do With Kids During Summer

Find out where kids eat free and how to get deals on days out

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Squishy Dumpling Toys: Why You Need To Be Wary About The Latest Toy Trend

These collectible sensory toys have become one of the biggest children’s toy trends of the year – but what exactly are they, and why are some of the dupes potentially dangerous?

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How To Back Up Important Files On Your Computer – The Easy Way

Whether you’re on Windows or Mac, our tech experts explain how to keep your files secure and accessible across all of your devices

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Would You Know If This Roofer Was Genuine?

Doorstep criminals have been active this week in Sevenoaks, Dartford and Swanley claiming residents need roofing work completed and quoting very high prices.

Click HERE for full details on the KCC Public Protection website.

Road Works

Sevenoaks

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Ash and New Ash Green
The Street in Ash-cum-Ridley	On Wednesday 22nd of July between 09:30 and 13:20. Somebody stole a white BMW, DL66***, from the road. Crime Report No. 46/121223/26
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge
Main Road in Sundridge with Ide Hill	Between 23:00 on Friday 3rd of July and 01:00 on Saturday 4th of July. Somebody stole cabling from underground car parks. Crime Report No. 46/119842/26
Main Road in Sundridge with Ide Hill	Between 16:30 on Wednesday 22nd of July and 05:30 on Thursday 23rd of July. Somebody gained entry to a business site, damaged a fence panel and stole a wheelie bin containing copper. Crime Report No. 46/120327/26
Sundridge Road in Chevening	Between 17:30 on Wednesday 22nd of July and 07:30 on Thursday 23rd of July. Somebody damaged gates to private property and stole two trailers. Crime Report No. 46/120766/26
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
Till Avenue in Farningham	On Friday 24th of July around 06:25. Somebody smashed a window of a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/120934/26
Hartley and Hodsoll Street
Bramblefield Close in Hartley	On Sunday 19th of July around 22:42. Somebody tried to steal a Honda CBR 1100 from the road. They were disturbed. Crime Report No. 46/119875/26
Hextable
Fens Way in Hextable	On Thursday 23rd of July around 03:42. A group of young people tried to damage a residential property and vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/121636/26
Egerton Avenue in Hextable	Between 23:00 on Friday 24th of July and 07:00 on Saturday 25th of July. Somebody stole a blue Vauxhall Corsa, MM13***, from the road. Crime Report No. 46/121582/26
Sevenoaks Northern
Otford Road in Sevenoaks	On Thursday 18th of June around 16:56. Somebody stole fuel from a petrol station. Crime Report No. 46/120365/26
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
Blacks Yard in Sevenoaks	Between 17:30 on Saturday 27th of June and 09:00 on Wednesday 22nd of July. Somebody tried to damage a shop window. Crime Report No. 46/119710/26
Swanley St Mary’s
Irving Way in Swanley	On Friday 24th of July between 02:00 and 04:00. Somebody gained access to a vehicle parked in the road. The owner is still to provide a list of stolen items, if any. Crime Report No. 46/121232/26
Irving Way in Swanley	On Friday 24th of July between 02:15 and 16:07. Somebody gained access to a vehicle parked in the road and stole personal items. Crime Report No. 46/121013/26
Westerham and Crockham Hill
London Road in Westerham	On Wednesday 22nd of July around 01:58. Somebody broke into a vehicle and caused damage. Crime Report No. 46/121023/26

Friday 24th July 2026

Issue 2411

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Checked : Friday 24th July. Updated : Thursday 23rd July

• CCTV image released after burglary in Gillingham
• Second suspect arrested following serious assault near Walderslade
• Appeal following fatal collision near Tunbridge Wells
• Witness appeal following serious assaults in Gillingham

Click for The KP Policing news Webpage

Checked : Friday 24th July. Updated : Thursday 23rd July

• Charges for suspect who threatened residents in Sittingbourne
• Gillingham man jailed for inappropriately touching child
• Two men charged in connection to Walderslade assault
• Arrests made following antisocial behaviour in Broadstairs
• Persistent Paddock Wood criminal jailed
• Cranbrook catapult arrest
• Suspect charged after people threatened in Maidstone
• Swift arrest following catapult incident in Ashford
• Instant prison time for Canterbury thief
• Suspect arrested in connection with serious assaults in Gillingham

Click for The Kent Police and Crime Commissioner Webpage

Checked : Friday 24th July. Updated : Thursday 23rd July

• Kent Independent Custody Visiting Scheme wins national award for custody visiting

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service Incidents Webpage

Checked : Friday 24th July. Updated : Thursday 23rd July

• Wildfire in High Halstow, Rochester
• Grass fire in Swanscombe
• Field fire in Maidstone
• Gas leak in Broadstairs
• Woodland fire in Farningham, Dartford

Click for The Kent County Council News Webpage

Checked : Friday 24th July. Updated : Thursday 23rd July

• Broadstairs special school celebrates its past while showcasing specialist support
• Reach the Beach for £1: KCC supports discounted bus travel to Folkestone Harbour this summer
• New fund launched to help unlock housing development in the Stodmarsh catchment
• Digital support success allowing people to thrive in life
• Kent residents urged to ‘Feed Your Foodie’ this summer

Click for The Latest scam alerts from Which? Webpage

Checked : Friday 24th July. Updated : Monday 20th July

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

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Checked : Friday 24th July. Updated : Thursday 23rd July

• 22 July –  Semi-Skimmed Milk recalled due to the presence of veterinary medicines including antibiotics 
• 21 July – Waitrose Chocolate Chip Brioche Rolls recalled because they may contain pieces of hard plastic and metal 
• 21 July – Several products recalled due to asbestos risk
• 20 July – Safety alert: Dunelm Warm and Cosy Electric Blanket Cables

Click for The Trading Standards Product recalls & Safety Notices Webpage

Checked : Friday 24th July. Updated : Thursday 23rd July

• Recall: Graham’s Family Dairy Semi-Skimmed Milk
• Recall: Waitrose & Partners 8 Chocolate Chip Brioche Rolls
• Recall: Farmfoods Quarter Pounder Burgers
• Safety Report: Dunelm Warm and Cosy Electric Blanket Cables
• Recall: CCM Hockey Helmet FMHVR and ACCHVR Visors
• Safety Report: One Sport E-Bikes
• Safety Report: TOMY UK Boon PIVOT Toddler Tower (sold via Amazon)

Click for The KCC Traffic Information Webpage

Checked : Friday 24th July. Updated : Thursday 23rd July

• Sundridge, A25 Main Road: Temporary traffic lights in place between Chevening Road and New Road junctions for Thames Water burst main repair works. Expect delays in the area.
• Maidstone, A20 Tonbridge Road: Lane closure in place until 28th July heading out of Maidstone town centre between Barker Road and Terrace Road junctions for SGN gas leak repairs. Expect delays in and around the town centre area.
• Fairmeadow & Royal Engineers Rd: Lane closures in place until 1st September on A229 Fairmeadow & Royal Engineers Road at and approaching Staceys Street Roundabout for highway improvement works. Expect delays in the area.

Will You Face Border Queues At Airports This Summer? (podcast)

Our travel editor tells you what you need to know about EES

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Road Works

Sevenoaks

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Cowden and Hever
Pigdown Lane in Hever	Between 18:00 on Monday 20th of July and 09:00 on Tuesday 21st of July. Somebody stole a horse trailer. Crime Report No. 46/118980/26
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
London Road in Farningham	On Tuesday 7th of July around 22:24. Somebody stole a vehicle, AJ14***, from the road. Crime Report No. 46/119219/26
High Street in Farningham	Between 21:00 on Sunday 19th of July and 09:00 on Monday 20th of July. Somebody damaged a windscreen of a Volkswagen Golf parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/118490/26
High Street in Farningham	On Monday 20th of July between 02:19 and 02:30. Somebody broke into a Hyundai and stole multiple items. Crime Report No. 46/118247/26
School Lane in Horton Kirby and South Darenth	On Sunday 19th of July around 23:00. Somebody tried to break into a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/118386/26
Fawkham and West Kingsdown
Three Gates Road in Fawkham	On Sunday 19th of July between 10:30 and 17:30. Somebody stole a black BMW 120D M, KY12***, from the road. Crime Report No. 46/119456/26
Hartley and Hodsoll Street
Banckside in Hartley	Between 06:00 on Tuesday 7th of July and 06:00 on Wednesday 15th of July. Somebody set a fire and damaged a tree and surrounding ground. Crime Report No. 46/119380/26
Banckside in Hartley	On Saturday 18th of July between 01:00 and 03:00. Somebody stole a child’s toy, a nail gun and drill from a residential garden. Crime Report No. 46/117929/26
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
South Park in Sevenoaks	On Thursday 16th of July between 19:00 and 21:45. Somebody damaged a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/118266/26
Swanley St Mary’s
Crescent Gardens in Swanley	On Friday 17th of July between 02:20 and 06:23. Somebody stole a blue Fiat 500, N6***, from outside a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/117992/26
Swanley White Oak
London Road in Swanley	On Friday 17th of July between 00:16 and 00:30. Somebody damaged a Volvo XC60 parked in a car park. Crime Report No. 46/118481/26
Westerham and Crockham Hill
Ash Road in Westerham	On Friday 17th of July between 01:30 and 01:50. Somebody broke into a residential garage and stole a red Honda motorbike WP74***. Crime Report No. 46/117961/26
London Road in Westerham	On Wednesday 22nd of July around 01:54. Somebody broke into a compound. They damaged three caravans. Crime Report No. 46/119173/26

Friday 17th July 2026

Issue 2409

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Checked : Friday 17th July. Updated : Friday 17th July

• Appeal following dangerous dog incident in Broadstairs
• Missing man from Canterbury
• Appeal following assault in West Malling
• Missing woman from Rochester found
• Missing man from Maidstone found
• CCTV released after alleged Gillingham e-scooter collision
• CCTV released following alleged Ashford assault
• Witnesses sought following fatal collision on A20 in Dover
• CCTV appeal following assault in Chatham
• Witnesses sought after pet duck attacked in Eastchurch

Click for The KP Most Wanted Webpage

Checked : Friday 17th July. Updated : Thursday 16th July

 Has links to Gravesend, Maidstone and Canterbury. 

 Has links to Canterbury and Whitstable.

Click for The KP Policing news Webpage

Checked : Friday 17th July. Updated : Thursday 16th July

• Man charged with drug offences in Gillingham
• Dangerous drivers stopped as part of joint Kent operation
• Drone used to tackle antisocial behaviour in Ashford
• Serial burglar is jailed after 2 year crime spree
• Ashford venues recognised in night-time economy safety scheme
• Swanscombe stabber jailed for unprovoked wounding
• Motorists warned following arrests relating to vehicle crime in Chartham
• Drug dealer jailed after cannabis factory found in Greenhithe
• Conman jailed for £15,000 theft from Twydall pensioner

Click for The Kent and Medway CCG News Webpage

Checked : Friday 17th July. Updated : Wednesday 15th July

• Rise in measles cases in Kent and Medway prompts MMR vaccination call
• NHS Kent and Medway’s July board meeting

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service Incidents Webpage

Checked : Friday 17th July. Updated : Wednesday 15th July

• Barn alight in Lenham, Maidstone
• Trailer alight on the A2 in Boughton under Blean
• Flat fire in Northfleet, Gravesend

Click for The Kent County Council News Webpage

Checked : Friday 17th July. Updated : Thursday 16th July

• County Council meets to discuss key issues for the county
• Kent Mineral Sites Plan to be independently examined following County Council decision
• Ministers decide future shape of Kent and Medway’s councils
• KCC supports £1 travel to Maidstone River Festival on Arriva buses
• Rise in measles cases in Kent and Medway prompts MMR vaccination call
• Fastrack improvements to boost connections across Dartford and Gravesham from August 2026
• Funding boost for fantastic Kent and Medway mental health projects
• KCC launches WeRoam — The free app that rewards you for walking, wheeling and cycling
• Kent’s SEND Local Area Inspection: Update and thank you

Click for The Latest scam alerts from Which? Webpage

Checked : Friday 17th July. Updated : Wednesday 15th July

• Amazon scam email

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Checked : Friday 17th July. Updated : Friday 10th July

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

Click for The Trading Standards Product recalls & Safety Notices Webpage

Checked : Friday 17th July. Updated : Wednesday 15th July

• Recall: Lidl Northern Ireland – 1001 Delights Dubai Style Pistachio Ice Cream
• Safety Report: Electric Shoe / Boot Dryer
• Recall: KTL 2.2kg Squishy Hot Colour Gorilla Toy
• Recall: Habico Ltd 350g Jars of Coloured Sand
• Recall: Draper 30274 Petrol Chainsaw 51cc
• Recall: River Island One Shoulder Scuba Dress, White Crepe Skort and White Crepe Top
• Recall: Capri Sun UK Limited – Capri-Sun Orange
• Recall: Little Daisy Dream Fruit Feeder
• Recall: Westmark GmbH Gallant Spatula
• Safety Report: QiJueMotor Electric Motorbike

Click for The KCC Traffic Information Webpage

Checked : Friday 17th July. Updated : Thursday 16th July

• Staplehurst, A229 Maidstone Road: Road closed between Chart Hill Road and Clapper Lane. Please use an alternative route and expect delays in the area.
• Operation Brock: Operation Brock will be deployed on the M20 between J8 and J9 ahead of the summer travel period.
  Work to install the system will take place on the evening of Monday 13th July. The M20 will be closed between J7-J9 coast bou…

The Companies That Are Letting You Down (Podcast)

Our annual Shoddy Awards are back

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Big Tech Must Tackle Scam Ads Or Face Fines

Ofcom sets out proposals to fight scam advertising on online platforms

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7 Things You Need To Know About New ‘buy Now, Pay Later’ Rules

BNPL shoppers will now get stronger protections, following a Which? campaign

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Scam Alert: New Parking Fine Scam Text

Sneaky parking charge notice scam messages aim to trick you into handing over personal and financial details

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Scam Alert: Watch Out For Emails Claiming Your ICloud Storage Is Full

Fraudsters posing as Apple are among the most common impersonation scams

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Amazon ‘iPhone In Your Basket’ Scam Warning

Cold callers hijack Amazon accounts – learn how to stop this impersonation scam in its tracks

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

This Setting On Your Windows Computer Can Protect You From Hackers

Learn how to enable Windows’ built in ransomware protection using Controlled folder access, plus other simple ways to keep your files safe

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Planning A Dip In The Med? Europe’s Cleanest And Dirtiest Seas Revealed

Find out if your favourite holiday destination is safe for swimming this summer

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Do You Need To Declare Weight-loss Jabs On Travel Insurance?

We asked 48 UK travel insurers whether treatments such as Wegovy, Mounjaro and Ozempic need to be disclosed

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

‘How I Lost £18,000 To Digital Wallet Scammers’

Digital wallets such as Apple Pay and Google Pay are being targeted by criminals to go on contactless spending sprees, warns Which?

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Think Before You Click – How Online Ads Mask Millions Of Subscription Traps

Subscription traps powered by deceptive online ads could sting you with outrageous weekly or monthly charges

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Warning: These Are The Worst Airports For EES Queues

Our travel editor analysed reports from travellers to find the airports where long queues are most common – and how to plan for them

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

YouTube Still Recommending Eating Disorder Videos To Teens, Research Finds

YouTube is still recommending eating disorder videos to teenage users a year after new rules were introduced to curb harmful online content, according to new research.

Click HERE for full details on the BBC website.

Road Works

Sevenoaks

Click for The Sevenoaks District Council Webpage

Checked : Friday 17th July. Updated : Thursday 16th July

• Ministers decide future shape of Kent and Medway’s councils
• Another chance to comment on the new Local Plan
• Bradbourne Lakes Summer Festival success!

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Crockenhill and Well Hill
Woodmount in Crockenhill	On Saturday 11th of July between 00:01 and 10:51. Somebody stole gardening equipment from a residential garden. Crime Report No. 46/113893/26
Sounds Lodge in Crockenhill	On Tuesday 14th of July between 15:00 and 15:15. Somebody gained access to a Isuzu parked in the road. They stole gardening equipment. Crime Report No. 46/114646/26
Edenbridge North and East
Farmstead Drive in Edenbridge	On Friday 10th of July between 07:30 and 11:00. Somebody smashed windows at a construction site. Crime Report No. 46/113539/26
Edenbridge South and West
Mill Hill in Edenbridge	Between 21:00 on Monday 13th of July and 09:00 on Tuesday 14th of July. Somebody broke into a commercial property and stole building supplies from within. Crime Report No. 46/114252/26
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
Rays Hill in Horton Kirby and South Darenth	Between 21:00 on Monday 13th of July and 09:00 on Tuesday 14th of July. Somebody stole a wheelie bin from outside a residential property Crime Report No. 46/114870/26
School Lane in Horton Kirby and South Darenth	On Tuesday 14th of July between 00:01 and 05:30. Somebody broke into a garage at a residential property. They stole tools. Crime Report No. 46/114865/26
Fawkham and West Kingsdown
London Road in West Kingsdown	On Friday 10th of July around 18:45. Somebody stole fuel from a petrol station. Crime Report No. 46/113680/26
Otford and Shoreham
Warham Road in Otford	On Friday 10th of July between 15:00 and 16:00. Somebody set fire to garden furniture. Crime Report No. 46/114269/26
Seal and Weald
Godden Green in Seal	Between 16:00 on Friday 10th of July and 08:00 on Monday 13th of July. Somebody damaged security fencing to a private estate. Crime Report No. 46/113948/26
Sevenoaks Northern
Grove Road in Sevenoaks	On Sunday 12th of July between 14:00 and 14:24. Somebody stole the rear number plate from a MG HS All parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/114556/26
Swanley Christchurch and Swanley Village
Button Street in Swanley	On Sunday 12th of July between 11:30 and 14:00. Somebody stole a orange KTM motorbike, GL24***, from a driveway. Crime Report No. 46/114555/26
Swanley White Oak
Swanley Lane in Swanley	On Tuesday 14th of July between 09:00 and 17:55. Somebody broke into a residential property and stole personal items. Crime Report No. 46/114403/26
Westerham and Crockham Hill
Mapleton Road in Westerham	On Monday 6th of July around 12:22. Somebody stole a parcel from a residential post box. Crime Report No. 46/113187/26

Tuesday 14th July 2026

Issue 2408

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Checked : Tuesday 14th July. Updated : Tuesday 14th July

• Missing boy from Rainham
• Witness appeal following serious collision in Gillingham
• Missing teenage boy from Canterbury
• Missing man from Canterbury
• Appeal following dangerous dog incident in Broadstairs

Click for The KP Most Wanted Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 14th July. Updated : Monday 13th July

 Has links to Faversham and Canterbury.

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Checked : Tuesday 14th July. Updated : Monday 13th July

• Thief jailed two days after targeting cars in Ashford
• Work to tackle antisocial behaviour achieving results in Thanet
• Suspected chop shop raided near Gravesend
• More than 200 suspected troublemakers dispersed in Thanet in two months
• Decade long prison sentence for child sexual abuser

Click for The Kent Police and Crime Commissioner Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 14th July. Updated : Monday 13th July

• PCC announces sale of Kent Police HQ land sale completed

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service Incidents Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 14th July. Updated : Monday 13th July

• Garden and house fire in Maidstone
• Field fire in Wye
• Car fire on A21 in Pembury
• Grass fire in Ospringe, Faversham
• Grass fire in Swanscombe

Click for The Kent County Council News Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 14th July. Updated : Monday 13th July

• Partners unite to tackle fly-tipping and waste crime across Kent
• Kent County Council (KCC) launches WeRoam — The free app that rewards you for walking, wheeling and cycling

Click for The Latest scam alerts from Which? Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 14th July. Updated : Monday 13th July

• RingGo scam text

Click for The Latest product recalls from Which? Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 14th July. Updated : Friday 10th July

• 10 July – River Island children’s clothes recalled due to serious chemical risk
• 10 July – Injury risk sees recall of Draper petrol chainsaw
• 8 July – M&S Food Truffle Gouda due to the presence of Listeria Monocytogenes

Click for The KCC Traffic Information Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 14th July. Updated : Monday 13th July

• Staplehurst, A229 Maidstone Road: Road closed between Chart Hill Road and Clapper Lane. Please use an alternative route and expect delays in the area.

Why Is The Government Going To Tax Your Isa? (Podcast)

We unpack this change and what it could mean for your finances

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

6 Ways To Improve Mobile Phone Reception

From switching network to tweaking your device’s settings, find out how to boost your signal, wherever you are

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

What Is Temu And Is It Safe To Buy From?

We reveal everything you need to know about Temu, from how it works to why its prices are so low

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

The Wegovy Weight Loss Pill Is Here – Why That Matters And What You Need To Know

How it compares on cost and effectiveness to GLP1 jabs, who can get it and how, and the drawbacks to be aware of

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

‘Cool In 90 Seconds’ – The Fake Portable Air Conditioners Sweeping The Internet

As parts of the UK brace for another hot weekend, online adverts have been appearing for portable air conditioners claiming to be “designed by former Nasa engineers” and able to “cool a room in 90 seconds”.

Click HERE for full details on the BBC website.

See If You Can Spot An AI Deepfake With Our Test

Artificial intelligence has become so adept at creating realistic images, it is increasingly hard to figure out what is real or not.

Click HERE for full details on the BBC website.

Starting Uni? What To Know About Having The Free NHS Meningitis B Jab

High street pharmacies across England are now offering a free meningitis B vaccine for many young people.

Click HERE for full details on the BBC website.

Could You Spot A Fake Investment Opportunity?

AI investment scams have been targeting residents, with scammers making unsolicited and repeated phone calls promoting investment opportunities.

Click HERE for full details on the KCC Public Protection website.

Road Works

Sevenoaks

Click for The Sevenoaks District Council Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 14th July. Updated : Friday 10th July

• Family Fun Days are back!
• ‘Wheelie’ big news about waste collections!

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Edenbridge North and East
Crown Road in Edenbridge	On Friday 3rd of July between 18:26 and 21:34. Somebody stole a recently delivered parcel from a doorstep. Crime Report No. 46/112067/26
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
London Road in Farningham	Between 22:00 on Tuesday 7th of July and 08:00 on Thursday 9th of July. Somebody stole the badge from a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/111435/26
Sevenoaks Kippington
Brittains Lane in Sevenoaks	On Thursday 9th of July between 04:00 and 12:30. Somebody stole the front number plate from a Mercedes ML 320 parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/112825/26
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
Mount Harry Road in Sevenoaks	On Monday 6th of July around 21:38. Somebody damaged a window at a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/110958/26
Swanley Christchurch and Swanley Village
London Road in Swanley	Between 20:00 on Tuesday 7th of July and 06:00 on Wednesday 8th of July. Somebody stole cables from an industrial estate site. Crime Report No. 46/110824/26
Swanley St Mary’s
Hart Dyke Road in Swanley	On Tuesday 7th of July around 12:30. Somebody stole a bicycle from a residential property doorstep. Crime Report No. 46/110913/26
Swanley White Oak
Hilda May Avenue in Swanley	On Friday 10th of July between 12:30 and 13:30. Somebody stole glasses from a gym. Crime Report No. 46/112622/26

Friday 10th July 2026

Issue 2407

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Checked : Friday 10th July. Updated : Friday 10th July

• Missing man from Canterbury
• Appeal following a serious collision in Dover
• Appeal following accosting in Hoo
• New CCTV images released in search for missing Margate girl
• Missing boy from Chatham found
• CCTV image released in search for missing Margate teenager

Click for The KP Policing news Webpage

Checked : Friday 10th July. Updated : Friday 10th July

• Convicted brothel owners ordered to pay back more than £600,000
• Man charged following car thefts in west Kent
• Former Canterbury boarding school teacher jailed for non-recent crimes against children
• Alleged bike robbers arrested after Chatham chase
• Further offender sentenced for burgling east Kent substations
• Driver jailed after fatal Cliffe crash
• Sex offender jailed following police pursuit in Cuxton
• Violent abuser from Rochester jailed
• High value car thieves jailed for north and east Kent spate
• Dartford man in court for sex based harassment charge

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service Incidents Webpage

Checked : Friday 10th July. Updated : Wednesday 8th July

• Car park fire in Canterbury
• Flat fire Folkestone

Click for The Kent County Council News Webpage

Checked : Friday 10th July. Updated : Wednesday 8th July

• Kent residents invited to help shape the future of the Kent Downs National Landscape
• How is alcohol affecting you?
• The National Lottery Heritage Fund backs plans to transform the Stour Valley

Click for The Latest scam alerts from Which? Webpage

Checked : Friday 10th July. Updated : Wednesday 8th July

• O2 inactive SIM cold call and texts
• Aldi air-con scam

Click for The Latest product recalls from Which? Webpage

Checked : Friday 10th July. Updated : Thursday 9th July

• 8 July – M&S Food Truffle Gouda due to the presence of Listeria Monocytogenes 
•   7 July – John Lewis doorstops and draught excluders recalled due to asbestos risk
• 7 July –  Primark pepper mills recalled due to serious chemical risk
• 7 July – Spatula sold by TK Maxx recalled due to ‘risk to consumer health’
•  6 July – Sand-Filled Weirdo Toys sold via Amazon recalled due to asbestos risk
• 6 July – Novelty doorstops recalled due to asbestos risk
•  1 July – Asbestos risk sees recall of Galt Sand Stickers Craft Kit
•  1 July – HTI Toys Fun Sand Art Bottle Kit recalled due to asbestos risk

Click for The Trading Standards Product recalls & Safety Notices Webpage

Checked : Friday 10th July. Updated : Wednesday 8th July

• Recall: M&S Food Truffle Gouda
• Safety Report: Rainllon Baby Swimming Float (sold via Amazon)
• Safety Report: Veverra SnugglePhant Sleeping Pillow
• Safety Report: Guangdong Dousheng Electronics Co., Ltd 5W USB-C Power Adapter
• Safety Report: Hulker Three-Way Power Socket (sold via Amazon)
• Safety Report: MOTONG Heart-Shaped Planet Silver Earrings (sold via Amazon)
• Recall: Hidrostan Out/Permaroof (UK) Limited EPDM Facade Membrane
• Safety Report: Goodak Co Ltd Magnetic Chess Game
• Safety Report: VGLIMOTOR E-Motorbike
• Recall: John Lewis & Partners Doorstops & Draught Excluders

Click for The KCC Traffic Information Webpage

Checked : Friday 10th July. Updated : Thursday 9th July

• Ashford, A292 Somerset Road: The traffic lights at the junction with New Road are all out due to a power failure. UKPN have been informed. Please approach with caution.

WhatsApp’s New Usernames: What’s Changing And Why It Matters

The messaging app’s new feature is designed to improve privacy, but it’s feared the changes could create opportunities for scammers

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

The Tumble Dryer ‘ban’: What Does It Mean For You?

We explain which type of tumble dryers are affected, why phasing out inefficient models is a good thing, and what it means for consumers

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Protect Your Privacy: 7 Ways To Secure Your Social Media And Email Accounts

Lock up the data you share online and think before you post – our experts will help you win back some control

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Scam Calls: The Latest In Circulation And How To Stop Them

Three quarters of Brits received a scam call last year

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Scamwatch: A Sophisticated Spear-phishing Scam

Which? unpicks a highly targeted email scam

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Baby Products That Risk Serious Injury Or Death For Sale On Online Marketplaces

We found 150 potentially dangerous baby care products listed, with thousands already sold

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

12 Tips To Keep Your Home Safe While You’re Away

From video doorbells to insurance, find out how to keep your home safe whether you leave for an hour or a fortnight

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Windows 10 Is Now Ending Security Support In October 2027 – 6 Ways You Can Prepare

Still using Windows 10? Here’s what you need to know

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

How To Tell If A Website Is Safe – According To Which? Experts

Our Tech Support team has found that a couple of quick checks can reveal warning signs before you shop or share personal information

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

6 Ways To Stop Your Phone From Overheating In Hot Weather

Smartphone getting too hot? Follow our expert tips to use your phone for longer and prevent damage in the summer sun

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Airline Rules On Hand Luggage Are About To Change Again. Here’s What You Need To Know

For once, it may be good news for UK travellers

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Please Find Attached This Week’s KFAS Fraud Alerts.

Feel free to share with family and friends and via your social media.

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Road Works

Sevenoaks

Click for The Sevenoaks District Council Webpage

Checked : Friday 10th July. Updated : Tuesday 7th July

• Spades in the ground for White Oak housing scheme

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge
Station Road in Brasted	On Sunday 5th of July around 16:50. Somebody damaged a window of a business. Crime Report No. 46/109086/26
Crockenhill and Well Hill
Parkgate Road in Crockenhill	Between 22:00 on Sunday 5th of July and 05:00 on Monday 6th of July. Somebody broke into storage lockers at a business property and stole saddles. Crime Report No. 46/110056/26
Dunton Green and Riverhead
London Road in Riverhead	On Sunday 5th of July around 19:41. Somebody damaged a fence at a business property. Crime Report No. 46/109945/26
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
London Road in Farningham	On Friday 26th of June between 11:00 and 14:00. Somebody stole a golf club from a golf trolley at a golf club. Crime Report No. 46/108823/26
Maplescombe Lane in Farningham	Between 11:30 on Monday 6th of July and 13:15 on Tuesday 7th of July. Somebody set fire to a Mercedes Vito. Crime Report No. 46/110473/26
Fawkham and West Kingsdown
Valley Road in Fawkham	On Sunday 5th of July around 11:45. Somebody entered a construction site and stole tools. Crime Report No. 46/108852/26
Scratchers Lane in West Kingsdown	On Saturday 4th of July between 08:00 and 16:20. Somebody stole a number plate from a Honda parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/109272/26
Exedown Road in West Kingsdown	On Sunday 5th of July between 10:58 and 16:00. Somebody stole a silver Triumph Street Triple motorbike, LC18***, from the road. Crime Report No. 46/109308/26
Halstead, Knockholt and Badgers Mount
Orpington By Pass in Badgers Mount	On Tuesday 7th of July between 09:00 and 16:00. Somebody damaged a Citroen Berlingo parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/110287/26
Hextable
Mabel Road in Hextable	On Saturday 4th of July between 00:01 and 08:52. Somebody gained entry to a residential garage and stole pipes. Crime Report No. 46/108924/26
Leigh and Chiddingstone Causeway
Penshurst Road in Leigh	On Friday 26th of June around 21:13. A group of people broke into business property and damaged the CCTV cameras. Crime Report No. 46/109489/26
Otford and Shoreham
Telston Lane in Otford	On Sunday 5th of July between 00:01 and 20:27. Somebody tried to break into a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/109497/26
Sevenoaks Northern
Otford Road in Sevenoaks	On Monday 6th of July between 19:00 and 22:30. Somebody stole a bicycle from outside a restaurant. Somebody stole a bicycle from where it was secured in the road. Crime Report No. 46/109937/26
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
Hitchen Hatch Lane in Sevenoaks	On Sunday 5th of July between 02:00 and 03:26. Somebody gained access to a business property and stole a charger and tried to steal other items. Crime Report No. 46/109538/26
Swanley White Oak
London Road in Swanley	On Sunday 28th of June between 00:01 and 04:00. Somebody broke into a vehicle parked in a car park and stole clothing and golf clubs. Crime Report No. 46/108853/26
Birchwood Road in Swanley	On Sunday 5th of July between 00:01 and 11:14. Somebody damaged a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/109607/26
Westerham and Crockham Hill
Westerham Hill in Westerham	On Saturday 4th of July between 09:00 and 13:00. Somebody gained entry to van parked in a car park and stole tools and personal items. Crime Report No. 46/108861/26

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Tuesday 7th July 2026

Issue 2406

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Checked : Tuesday 7th July. Updated : Monday 6th July

• Appeal following sexual assault in Dover
• Fatal collision on A20
• Renewed appeal for missing girl from Margate
• Witness appeal following serious collision in Gillingham
• Missing man from Gravesend
• Appeal after suspected stolen items retrieved in Swanley

Click for The KP Policing news Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 7th July. Updated : Monday 6th July

• Week long operation in Kent to crack down on organised criminality
• Dispersal orders for east Kent coastal towns during warm weather weekend

Click for The Kent Police and Crime Commissioner Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 7th July. Updated : Monday 6th July

• PCC Awards £122,373.94 to Community Projects Across Kent

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service Incidents Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 7th July. Updated : Monday 6th July

• Grass fire near railway lines in Margate
• Vegetation alight in Sevenoaks
• Waste vehicle fire in Great Chart, Ashford
• BBQ fire in Chatham
• Wildfire in Sittingbourne

Click for The Kent County Council News Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 7th July. Updated : Monday 6th July

• Children invited to Read to the Beat! as the Summer Reading Challenge returns to Kent Libraries

Click for The Latest scam alerts from Which? Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 7th July. Updated : Monday 6th July

• Aldi aircon scam

Click for The Latest product recalls from Which? Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 7th July. Updated : Thursday 2nd July

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

Click for The Trading Standards Product recalls & Safety Notices Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 7th July. Updated : Friday 3rd July

• Recall: Minton & Donello Organic White Orzo

Click for The KCC Traffic Information Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 7th July. Updated : Monday 6th July

• Operation Brock: Operation Brock will be deployed on the M20 between J8 and J9 ahead of the summer travel period.
  Work to install the system will take place on the evening of Monday 13th July. The M20 will be closed between J7-J9 coast bou…
• Dartford, M25/A282 Anticlockwise: Slow moving traffic between M25 J2 (Darenth Interchange) and the Dartford Tunnel. Expect delays in the area. Please allow extra time for your journey.
• Maidstone, A26 Tonbridge Road: Temporary traffic lights until 8th July between Stanford Drive and Western Road junctions for Southern Water works. Expect delays in the area.

Why Replacing Your Bank Card Might Not Stop Scammers From Spending Your Money

A service that helps subscriptions stay active is inadvertently helping fraudsters

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

12 Cheap And Free Things To Do With Kids During Summer

Find out where kids eat free and how to get deals on days out

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

How To Keep Cool Without Air Conditioning

Air conditioning is expensive to buy – and uses lots of energy. Here are some other ways to keep cool in a heatwave

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

The Shopping Sites That Are Misleading Customers

Independent family boutiques are popping up everywhere. But are they all real?

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Why Your Bowel Movements Change As You Age – And What The Experts Want You To Do About It

Bowel changes are common in midlife: here’s how to handle digestive issues such as bloating, constipation and diarrhoea

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

The Menopause Marketing Tricks Not To Fall For

From supplements to skincare, watch out for the menopause edition of the ‘pink tax’. These are the products I wouldn’t waste my money on, and what to do instead

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Can You Really Trust AI Search Results?

A police scam has been targeting residents this week all across Kent, including Tunbridge Wells, Deal, Folkestone, Gillingham, Faversham, Hythe and Ashford.

Click HERE for full details on the KCC Public Protection website.

Road Works

Sevenoaks

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Ash and New Ash Green
Chapel Wood in Ash-cum-Ridley	Between 09:30 on Monday 29th of June and 17:00 on Friday 3rd of July. Somebody damaged a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/108606/26
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge
Goathurst Common in Chevening	On Tuesday 30th of June between 21:50 and 22:50. Somebody stole a white Honda motorbike, RE73***, from a driveway. Crime Report No. 46/107024/26
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
London Road in Farningham	On Saturday 4th of July between 17:00 and 18:30. Somebody stole both number plates from a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/108390/26
Hextable
Rollo Road in Hextable	On Friday 3rd of July between 02:30 and 04:00. Somebody stole a motorbike YJ13***, from a driveway. Crime Report No. 46/107731/26
Egerton Avenue in Hextable	On Saturday 4th of July around 13:40. A group of young people broke into a school and stole wall sockets and copper wiring. Crime Report No. 46/108422/26
Kemsing
The Landway in Kemsing	Between 19:00 on Tuesday 30th of June and 08:35 on Wednesday 1st of July. Somebody stole a grey BMW 520D, EK20***, from outside a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/107026/26
Otford and Shoreham
Sevenoaks Road in Otford	On Saturday 4th of July between 13:00 and 15:30. Somebody stole both number plates from a Mini Cooper S parked in a car park. Crime Report No. 46/108338/26
Sevenoaks Kippington
Braeside Avenue in Sevenoaks	On Tuesday 30th of June between 06:30 and 16:30. Somebody stole both number plates from a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/106742/26
Sevenoaks Northern
Bat & Ball Road in Sevenoaks	On Wednesday 1st of July between 19:20 and 19:48. A group of young people stole cabling from a business site. Crime Report No. 46/107465/26
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
Buckhurst Lane in Sevenoaks	On Thursday 2nd of July around 20:13. Somebody stole a bike from outside a leisure centre. Crime Report No. 46/108066/26
Westerham and Crockham Hill
London Road in Westerham	On Thursday 2nd of July around 20:05. Somebody in a green Vauxhall Corsa stole fuel from a petrol station. Crime Report No. 46/107625/26

Tuesday 30th June 2026

Issue 2404

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Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Monday 29th June

• Missing man safely located – Margate
• Missing girl from Margate
• Witness appeal following assault in Sittingbourne
• CCTV images issued after Maidstone assault
• Missing boy from Suffolk who may be in Chatham
• Witness appeal following assault at Ashford nightclub

Click for The KP Most Wanted Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Monday 29th June

 Has links to Tonbridge and Brighton and Lewes in East Sussex. 

 Has links to Ramsgate, Erith and Basildon.

Click for The KP Policing news Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Monday 29th June

• Over 250 CPWs and CPNs issued to tackle antisocial behaviour
• Multiple arrests following serious assault in Headcorn
• Whitstable dispersal order in place for hot weather weekend
• Tonbridge sex offender is sentenced for further offences

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service News Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Monday 29th June

• KFRS salutes Armed Forces Day

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service Incidents Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Sunday 28th June

• Fire at a shop in Dover
• House fire in Maidstone
• Fire in loft space of a house in Faversham
• House fire in Faversham

Click for The Kent County Council News Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Sunday 28th June

• Flags across Kent to stay unless they pose a safety risk
• Kent leads the way in restoring ponds and boosting wildlife across the county
• SEND Local Area Inspection: What to expect and how to have your say
• Pupils at Dover Christ Church Academy to benefit from expanded specialist support thanks to KCC investment
• Hundreds of pupils enjoy inclusive sport at biggest KsENT Games yet
• KCC Cabinet Members visit Ifield School and King’s Farm Primary to see specialist support and school partnerships first-hand
• Kent Training & Apprenticeships to become KAE Future Pathways under Kent Adult Education

Click for The Latest scam alerts from Which? Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Thursday 25th June

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

Click for The Get Safe Online News Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Monday 29th June

• Fake charity appeals warning after Venezuelan earthquakes

Click for The Latest product recalls from Which? Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Friday 26th June

• 25 June – Nutella Croissants recalled due to pieces of metal

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Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Monday 29th June

• Don’t pay the ransom: Warning to organisations to protect themselves from ransomware

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Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Monday 29th June

• Don’t pay the ransom: Warning to organisations to protect themselves from ransomware attacks as more than 320 businesses affected last year

Click for The Trading Standards Product recalls & Safety Notices Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Monday 29th June

• Recall: Baby Neck Floats (sold via TikTok)
• Recall: Baby Floats with Canopies
• Recall: Squeezy Dumplings (sold by Samsons Cash and Carry Ltd)
• Safety Report: One Sport E-Bikes
• Safety Report: UPhitnis 10 Inch Ring Light with Tripod Stand (sold via Amazon)
• Recall: Honeywell Lighting Controls Connect UltraLite CDW4U1UL and CDW6U1UL
• Recall: Universal Travel Adaptor 931E
• Recall: Azara Travel Adaptor
• Safety Report: Kids Stuff Crazy Foaming Soap
• Recall: Icesupp – icesupp mango & passionfruit and icesupp mixed berries

Click for The Food Standards Agency Food alerts Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Monday 29th June

• Consumers advised about Rolkem cake decoration products
• Consumers advised about ready-to-eat products supplied by Café Class Ltd
• FSA issues precautionary egg safety and handling advice concerning one flock code
• Consumers advised about seafood and meat products supplied by The Chicken Guy Ltd.
• Consumers advised about meat products supplied by Wiltshire fresh meat vendor via Facebook sites
• Food Alert For Action: Consumers and Food Businesses who have purchased products from Bread Spread Ltd
• Update 1: Food Alert “For Action”: To: Consumers and Food Business who have purchased products from Bread Spread Ltd
• Food Alert For Action: Food Businesses who have purchased products from Block and Cleaver of Swanley, Kent
• Update 1: Food Alert For Action: Food Businesses who have purchased products from Block and Cleaver of Swanley, Kent
• Update 2: Food Alert For Action: Food Businesses who have purchased products from Block and Cleaver of Swanley, Kent

Click for The Food Standards Agency Allergy alerts Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Monday 29th June

• Morrisons recalls Eat Smart COUNTED Honey & Mustard Dressing because of undeclared egg and mustard
• Marks & Spencer recalls 2 Gluten Free Scotch Eggs because of undeclared gluten
• Community Foods is recalling ‘Natural Days Ground Rice Flour’ because of undeclared milk
• Boots recalls ‘Delicious Pineapple and Berry Compote’ because of undeclared milk
• Optima Consumer Health Care recalls Glucosamine Tablets and Omega Choice 3-6-9 capsules due to incorrect allergen labelling
• New World Imports (UK) Ltd recalls Kam Yuen Crab Roe Flavour Sunflower Seeds because of undeclared peanut
• Wikinger UK recalls Wikinger Hot Dogs because of incorrect allergen labelling
• Avondale Foods Ltd recalls Country Kitchen Coleslaw & Potato Salad Twin-Pack because of undeclared milk
• Possible Presence of Gluten in Gluten Free Amaizin Organic Corn products
• Laila Foods is recalling Laila Mint Sauce because of undeclared egg

Click for The KCC Traffic Information Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 30th June. Updated : Sunday 28th June

• Tunbridge Wells, Sandhurst Road: Emergency road closure in place until 3rd July between Oak Road and North Farm Road due to a burst water main. South East Water carrying out repairs. Diversion via Upper Grosvenor Road, Grosvenor …

How To Get Rid Of Fruit Flies And Stop Them Coming Back

We reveal the common fruit fly mistakes you could be making – and what to do instead

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Entry Exit System Update: EES Disruption Could Last Up To Two Years

A no-nonsense guide to new rule changes for those travelling into Europe, including an update on EES and Etias

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Squishy Dumpling Toys: Why You Need To Be Wary About The Latest Toy Trend

These collectible sensory toys have become one of the biggest children’s toy trends of the year – but what exactly are they, and why are some of the dupes potentially dangerous?

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Not Got The Latest Phone? This Is Why You’re An Inspiration

Our experts explain what you do with your old devices, and how you choose your next one, can make a bigger difference than you might think

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Sea Warning After Sewer Pipe Bursts

Beachgoers have been warned to stay out of the sea at a Kent beach after a sewer pipe burst.

Click HERE for full details on the BBC website.

Rare Extreme Heat Warning For Third Day In South East

A red heat warning for south-east England has been issued by the Met Office – the first time it has had to do so for three consecutive days.

Click HERE for full details on the BBC website.

Drivers Told To Keep Water In Cars In Extreme Heat

Motorists have been urged to keep water in their cars after more than 10 people were taken to hospital after getting stuck in traffic during extreme hot weather.

Click HERE for full details on the BBC website.

This Call Could Cost You Everything

A police scam has been targeting residents this week all across Kent.

Click HERE for full details on the KCC Public Protection website.

Road Works

Sevenoaks

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Ash and New Ash Green
Punch Croft in Ash-cum-Ridley	Between 22:00 on Tuesday 23rd of June and 09:00 on Wednesday 24th of June. Somebody stole the wing mirror from a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/102610/26
Coltstead in Ash-cum-Ridley	Between 21:30 on Thursday 25th of June and 14:30 on Friday 26th of June. Somebody damaged a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/103424/26
Dunton Green and Riverhead
Eden Road in Dunton Green	Between 18:00 on Thursday 25th of June and 06:15 on Friday 26th of June. Somebody stole a grey Toyota Hilux, OO06***, from a residential parking space. Crime Report No. 46/103290/26
Eden Road in Dunton Green	On Friday 26th of June around 01:13. Three males broke into a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/103625/26
Eynsford
Lullingstone Park in Eynsford	Between 15:00 on Monday 22nd of June and 23:00 on Tuesday 23rd of June. Somebody stole fish from a lake. Crime Report No. 46/101988/26
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
Old Dartford Road in Farningham	Between Friday 1st of May and Friday 26th of June. Somebody damaged the window of a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/103308/26
The Street in Horton Kirby and South Darenth	On Tuesday 23rd of June between 19:30 and 20:10. Two males damaged a padlock to a car park gate. Crime Report No. 46/102181/26
Swanley St Mary’s
St. Marys Road in Swanley	On Friday 19th of June between 07:00 and 18:00. Somebody stole items from a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/101985/26
Brook Road in Swanley	On Friday 19th of June around 16:02. Somebody stole a recently delivered parcel from a doorstep. Crime Report No. 46/102445/26
Lime Road in Swanley	On Wednesday 24th of June between 07:10 and 19:16. Somebody stole both number plates from a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/102641/26
Swanley White Oak
London Road in Swanley	Between 18:30 on Thursday 25th of June and 09:58 on Friday 26th of June. Somebody broke into a van parked in a car park. Crime Report No. 46/103312/26
Westerham and Crockham Hill
Market Square in Westerham	On Friday 26th of June between 11:30 and 13:00. Somebody gained access to a hotel and stole meat from a fridge. Crime Report No. 46/103959/26