A broken down vehicle has closed one lane at Junction 20A, Hatfield Peverel, and is causing traffic in the area. This was first reported at 4.50pm today (August 1).

The Met Police said there would be an ‘increased police presence’ for a protest and counter protest outside the Thistle City Barbican Hotel.

Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy visited one of the controversial centres which have been the scene of much bloodshed.

Sir James Cleverly MP claimed Labour is increasing the use of asylum accommodation around the country and opening up asylum hotels.