Kent Police currently lead the response to an incident which was first reported to National...

Published: 3:14 pm September 6, 2023
Updated: 10:32 am October 8, 2025
Avoid the Area: Emergency Crews Respond to Bus Collision Near Birchington

Kent Police currently lead the response to an incident which was first reported to National Highways at 14:50pm. Due to the nature of this incident, the carriageway has been closed westbound while Kent Police continue to work at scene. We are currently unable to advise when the road is likely to re-open.
National Highways have resources in attendance to assist with traffic management. Traffic within the closure will be released as soon as possible and we are working with Kent Police to release traffic as a priority.

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If this closure impacts on your planned route, please allow extra journey time. Plan ahead, you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey. 

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