Disruption at Port of Dover as protesters block roads

There is major disruption at the Port of Dover, the UK's biggest international ferry port, as masked protesters block access

Traffic was initially stopped from going in and out of the port, but P&O Ferries says access has been restored via the A2

National Highways says the A20 eastbound remains closed, with around one mile (1.6km) of congestion

P&O and DFDS are warning of disruption to those arriving at the port, and say they will accommodate those delayed on the next available service

Images from the scene appear to show hundreds of demonstrators, dressed in black and wearing face coverings

Local Reform UK councillor Paul King says he has been told it is a "stop the boats protest" - Kent Police has not yet commented on who is behind the demonstration

The force says it is aware of the incident and is "engaging with protesters"

Disruption at Port of Dover as protesters block roads