Officers were called to the bridge at 2.40am this morning with concerns for the welfare of a man on the A282 in Thurrock. Holidaymakers were even advised toarrive at airports a dayearly to drop off their luggage in a bid to dodge queues. "Detour in operation - through one of the Dartford Tunnels. "The bridge has been closed while we resolve the incident which we will do as quickly and as safely for . A police helicopter was spotted over the M25 Dartford Crossing after a police incident closed the QE2 Bridge.. Show customers your current service status during the Coronavirus pandemic on our Open for Business Directory.The Compassionate Community Awards 2020 recognise and celebrate the work of unsung heroes from across the borough of Maidstone. . Earlier, National Highways East said on Twitter there were "delays of two hours in both directions, with eight miles of congestion anti-clockwise and seven miles of congestion clockwise". These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. Tottenham are plotting a raid on Sporting Lisbon for Pedro Porro and academy graduate Marcus Edwards, Person seriously injured after being stabbed in south London, Ont. "We will take action against anyone who puts life in danger or things they can selfishly stop others getting to work or getting on with their lives. Recap: 'Police incident' on QE2 Bridge sparks huge M25 delays HOMESTEAD (KDKA) - One person was The A282 Dartford Crossing is currently the only way to cross the Thames east of London by road. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. "Thames Valley Police are leading the operation and Berkshire Fire and Rescue are working to control the fire.". Just Stop Oil's latest pictures on social media show a man apparently lying in what looks like a hammock. two activists climbed the 275ft masts and dangled off it, stopped a sick baby from getting to hospital, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Stay tuned to our live blog for the latest live updates. A Gannett Company. 23 Feb. There are delays on the M25 after a 'medical emergency' on the Dartford Crossing. Kent. Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley told LBC the force was often able to remove eco protesters in a "reasonable" time but said it had to wait until the disruption was at a certain level before they could intervene. The pair ascended the two 84m masts on the north side of the bridge at around 4am. Dangerous dog reports rise 7.8% in 2022. All lanes have been re-opened. 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Road users are advised to avoid . The nature of the incident has yet to be confirmed. GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- The crash of a truck into a group of 20 bicyclists on a bridge that killed two and injured . Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. More fossil fuel licenses means global genocide. Have you got a story for us? QE2 Bridge - UKNIP If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. The exact nature of the incident has yet to be confirmed however Essex Police and East of England Ambulance Service have been approached for comment. The Dartford Crossing bridge has been closed and there are long tailbacks after two oil protesters climbed the structure. Yoon said police have launched an internal probe into the officers' handling of the emergency calls and other issues, including the on-the-spot response to the crowd surge in Itaewon that night. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Travel time is 35 minutes. You can get in touch by emailing haveyoursay@bbc.co.uk. The road was reopened in both ways after just under two hours. A spokesperson for Essex Police said: "We were called to concerns for the welfare of a man on the Dartford Crossing shortly after 2.50pm today (Tuesday 14 September). Activists walked out onto the A4 road outside Barons Court tube station, West London, at around 7.45am today. The M25 has been plunged into chaos after a police incident closed the clockwise side of the QE2 Bridge at the Dartford Crossing this afternoon (September 14). Just after 12pm National Highways said there were currently delays of around two hours in both directions. A police spokeswoman said: "We were called to the Queen Elizabeth Bridge just before 6.30am today, Sunday, August 28. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's "Long delays due to earlier police incident on M25 QE2 Bridge clockwise from J31 A1306 to J1A A206 (Dartford)," Inrix says. Travel time is 15 minutes. Highways England said there remain long delays for drivers this morning. "We appreciate your patience and understanding and will keep you updated.". Traffic travelling southbound on the M25 and A282 is being diverted via the East Bore Tunnel. What's for dinner? What we know about the deadly Halloween disaster in Seoul | CNN The protest is the 17th in a row for the group, with 450 arrests after incidents including a tin of soup being hurled at Van Gough's Sunflowers painting in the National Gallery and the spray painting of New Scotland Yard's famous revolving sign. The blaze ripped through the cab of the HGV that was loaded with rounded timber. Anti-clockwise traffic is now able to use both tunnels again.". The hygiene ratings for every Wetherspoons pub in Essex revealed, 28 of the best places to eat in Essex in 2023 and the reasons why, Best restaurants in Essex to visit including Talbooth and Roslin Beach, Historic ocean treaty agreed after decade of talks, China looks at reforms to deepen Xi's control, Inside the enclave surrounded by pro-Russia forces, 'The nurses wanted me to feel guilty about my abortion, From Afghan TV fame to a US factory floor. Mr Trowland said: "Our government has enacted suicidal laws to accelerate oil production - killing human life and destroying our environment. Yesterday the group vowed to return every day until its demands to axe new oil and gas are met. The clockwise carriageway has been closed between J30 and J1A, causing delays of up to 60 minutes. The clockwise carraigeway was closed while officers spoke to the man and managed to bring him back to safety. Dartford - Latest News, Headlines and Entertainment from the BBC Police issue statement on incident in Astley Bridge The High Court issued an interim injunction last year to deter environmental activists from staging demonstrations on the M25. At 5am today, Essex Police warned the crossing would remain closed. "This is not a one day event, expect us every day and anywhere. There are currently delays stretching from junction 31 A1306 to junction 1A A206 with many cars stranded. Police have not given any indication as to whne the QEII bridge is likely to reopen. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. It later confirmed the motorway was reopened in both directions shortly before 6pm. There are now severe delays of up to 60 minutes on approach to this incident on the #M25 clockwise J30 to J1A #QE2 bridge. A diversion route was in force earlier however it appears all lanes have reopened. Police on scene but traffic building and likely to be some time, pls avoid the area and RT to others. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? Today marks the 18th consecutive day of environmental group Just Stop Oil's protests, which have involved road blocks and vandalism. M25 traffic as three Just Stop Oil protests cause delays - recap Starts at Feb 27, 2023 00:00am Until: Apr 17, 2023 10:59pm Severity: Serious. Eco protesters from Just Stop Oil scaled the QE2 bridge in the early hours of Monday, causing chaos for rush hour traffic. The driver of a semi-truck was taken to hospital by STARS Air Ambulance after a collision on the QEII Highway south of Edmonton Wednesday morning. The QE2 Bridge Crossing also remained closed after two protesters climbed up Credit: UkNewsinPictures. This morning queues reached at least six-miles long as bridge designer Morgan and teacher Marcus refused to come down. "The bridge reopened just before 16:00 after being shut for around half an hour. The road was closed between J30 and J1A as police were at the scene. HP10 9TY. 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However, delays remain beyond Junction 3 with the M20 at Swanley. The victim was taken to Tampa General Hospital, where they were pronounced dead. Suspect injured in police shooting on funicular bridge in central "Emergency services attended and are working to resolve the situation as quickly and safely as possible. Just Stop Oil said it was part of a protest against new government oil and gas licences. During Covid the science was conveyed on a daily basis. 1 year ago 13:29 Olivia Stringer. Read about our approach to external linking. Drivers were late for job interviews, ambulances had to be rerouted and workers failed to get to their jobs in time. Our government has enacted suicidal laws to accelerate oil production: killing human life and destroying our environment. "Two lanes were closed whilst a vehicle was recovered. Essex Police's Chief Constable, Ben-Julian Harrington, said: "It is a really dangerous and difficult environment. Chief Superintendent Simon Anslow said: We are working as quickly and as safely as possible to resolve this situation. M25 Dartford Crossing live: QE2 Bridge blocked after - MyLondon Please include a contact number if you are willing to speak to a BBC journalist. Dartford crossing closed for four hours following police emergency You can check on traffic and travel where you are using this handy tool: Traffic is slowly improving on the M25 this morning towards the QE2 bridge. An AA Maps update said: "Bridge closed and delays due to police incident on M25 QE2 Bridge clockwise from J31 A1306 to J1A A206 (Dartford). Staff shortages have broughtchaos to airportsamid soaring demand forEastergetaways, with airlinescancelling hundreds of flights. "I totally deplore this action which is yet again causing traffic misery to people in and around Dartford," he said. 23 Feb. Council cabinet agrees 9.99% council tax rise. Emergency services left the scene shortly after 3.30am. There is added congestion to J29 A127 (Romford) also adding to the usual delays on the A13 to North Stifford and the A127 back to Basildon. Officers were on the scene of an incident on the QE2 Bridge, which provides a key route between Thurrock and Dartford, at 6.30am today. The Dartford Crossing had one tunnel closed going anticlockwise from Kent due to an incident on the QE2 Bridge. Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Please allow extra time for your journey this morning or seek alternative routes if possible. Essex Police confirm platform on QE2 bridge. Stay tuned to our live blog for the latest live updates. "The bridge was closed for about half an hour until 16:00 due to a police incident, causing all traffic to be briefly diverted via one of Dartford Tunnels.". MyLondon has approached Essex Police for more information on the incident. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The M25 has been plunged into chaos after a 'police incident' closed the clockwise side of the QE2 Bridge at the Dartford Crossing this afternoon (September 14). Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. The bridge re-opened shortly before 4pm after being shut for around an hour and a half. MyLondon has approached Essex Police for more information on the incident. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. HP10 9TY. Rush hour chaos at Dartford Crossing: Hours-long delays after Just Stop Delays peaked at over 90 minutes for commuters heading towards the QE2 Bridge. The 1.7-mile (2.8km) bridge takes traffic southbound on the A282, which connects the M25 London Orbital Motorway from Essex to Kent. MyLondon has approached Essex Police for more information on the incident. Find BBC News: East of England on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. It is understood neither of the protesters were hurt. There are already long delays on the motorway with traffic likely to be affected for some time. AA President Edmund King said: "Today traffic has been busy but less congested than Good Friday. 2023 BBC. QEII Bridge shut after Just Stop Oil protesters climb masts ", Read more: Eco activists Just Stop Oil cover Aston Martin dealership with orange paint in latest London protest, Read more: Police finally take 'rapid' action after 13 days of eco protests disrupting Londons roads. And Thames Valley Police wrote on Twitter: "We are supporting @RBFRSofficial at the scene of a fire at an industrial building which is believed to store Pyrotechnics. The A282 also connects directly at both ends with the M25 London Orbital . Motorists are reporting delays of more than 30 minutes at the . Police received reports of protesters scaling the bridge's masts at the Dartford Crossing at 03:50 BST. Traffic travelling southbound on the M25 and A282 is being diverted via the East Bore Tunnel. Dartford Crossing QEII Bridge still closed today amid Just Stop Oil protest According to the Tampa Police Department, officers were called to the credit union shortly after 6 a.m. for reports of a person being shot. Alternatively, you can get in touch with us via our Facebook page or on Twitter @kentlivenews. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. At around 2.40am officers from Essex Police were called after concerns for the welfare of a man who . Dartford Crossing QE2 bridge closed - concerns for man's welfare Are you sure you want to delete this comment? The duo have now begun 'descending on ropes' and have a line between them that is holding up a Just Stop Oil sign. Travel time is still 15 minutes clockwise, it added. Traffic information site Inrix reports some motorists have been stuck for around 30 minutes while the accident is dealt with. Essex Police have now urged people to avoid the area after being called to the QE2 Bridge today. Traffic has been building on the M25 due to the ongoing 'police incident' on the QE2 Bridge at the Dartford Crossing. INCIDENT: QE2 Bridge (7.05am) Categories . Traffic is currently backing to J29 A127 (Upminster), with travel time at 45 minutes. "Long delays cleared on M25 Dartford Tunnel anticlockwise from J1A A206 (Dartford) to J31 A1306 (Lakeside / Purfleet)," said Inrix said. Morgan Trowland, 39, a bridge design engineer from London, said: As a professional civil engineer, each year as I renew my registration, I commit to acting within our code of ethics, which requires me to safeguard human life and welfare and the environment. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. "People rely on the strategic road network for so many things and they have a right to expect it to operate as it should.". Despite traffic now being cleared to use both tunnels, congestion remains. Dartford crossing: Why is the QEII Bridge closed and when will it The A282 also connects directly at both ends with the M25 London Orbital Motorway, one of the busiest motorways in Europe. As daylight broke, they were pictured dangling from its steel cables. Read more: 12 people arrested after Insulate Britain climate change demonstration by Swanley Interchange. Motorists are advised to avoid travelling to the Dartford Crossing and should consider alternative routes where possible. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. Protester at QE2 bridge speaks in video clip. Essex Police are believed to be on the scene. Highways England reported there are still long queues in the area and significant delays. Travel time is 15 minutes.". The authorities are criminally failing to get this grim science communicated. "I have driven 176 miles in three and a half hours from Hertfordshire to Old Trafford and charged the car on the way. The A282 Dartford Crossing is currently the only way to cross the Thames east of London by road. 23 Feb. Football team aims to improve men's mental health. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. The 1.7-mile (2.8km) long QEII Bridge southbound and two 0.8-mile (1.4km) long tunnels northbound . The group's protesters also spray painted the Met Police's HQ at Scotland Yard, while two others threw tomato soup over Vincent Van Gough's work Sunflowers. Dartford Crossing. There are now 60 minute delays due to the long queues as a result of the incident. The force said the incident could take "some time to resolve due to the complexities of safely getting people down from height". The ongoing incident has meant the bridge has now been closed for over 24 hours. More than 20 people were arrested on Sunday after some activists glued themselves to the road in Shoreditch High Street in east London. Motorists were also being diverted away from the crossing although it is due to reopen shortly. At 7:35 a.m., RCMP were called to a serious . Traffic is slower heading clockwise, Inrix says: "Long delays on M25 Dartford Tunnel anti-clockwise from J1A A206 (Dartford) to J31 A1306 (Lakeside / Purfleet). "We will provide an update on the situation as soon as we practically can.". Continue with Recommended Cookies. On Location: March 3, 2023. Or; Traffic & Accidents; Report An Accident; Chat Room >> England >> Swanley >> Miscellaneous Road closure scheduled 07/02/2023 - 28/03/2023 due to Roadworks / License - Roadworks works (SGN) 23a College Road - Swanley, England Road Closed. Two way working is being set up through one of the Dartford Tunnels. Essex Police said they are working to resolve the situation as "quickly and safely" as possible. You can stay up to date with all the latest. 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