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Operation Brock Returns to Manage Easter Holiday Traffic

3/24/2026

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Operation Brock will return to a major UK route during the Easter period, from April 2 to April 8, to manage holiday traffic heading to Europe.
Kent and Medway Resilience Forum (KMRF) confirmed deployment.
KMRF cited data showing higher crossing demand.
The implementation cost more than £3 million last year, with ongoing expenses.
Local MP Helen Whately said the scheme could become a regular issue, delaying local roads.

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Operation Brock will return to a major UK route during the Easter period, from April 2 to April 8, to manage holiday traffic heading to Europe.
Kent and Medway Resilience Forum (KMRF) confirmed deployment.
KMRF cited data showing higher crossing demand.
The implementation cost more than £3 million last year, with ongoing expenses.
Local MP Helen Whately said the scheme could become a regular issue, delaying local roads.