Maybe you should google it and decide on the facts using your judgement.
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http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/jobs-at-risk-as-eurotunnel-37702
This is what started the problem
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This is what started the problem
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Sounds like a powerful cartel in action. It will be the users who will finally pay the penalty for the reduction in competition with higher prices for their fares.
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With you on that one @scousebird, a lot of us will be travelling over there in the next few weeks and the updates on the travel situation from yourself and others local to the diversions/delay issues are invaluable to those of us who are or will be affected.and yes, @Judgemental I started this thread for information only
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today, I know it's probably old news but it says the government have advised not to travel via Dover is this right?
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Not that I've heard. Load of doggy doo me thinks 
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Summary
There is an ongoing possibility of disruption to cross channel services due to industrial action. Check online with your chosen operator and plan your journey to avoid disruption. See this information on the situation. Information about alternative routes and operators is available via this Broken Link Removed.
There are large numbers of illegal migrants in and around Calais, who may seek to enter the UK illegally. You should keep vehicle doors locked in slow moving traffic and secure your vehicle when it is left unattended.
There is a high threat from terrorism. Due to ongoing threats to France by Islamist terrorist groups, and recent French military intervention against ISIL, the French government has warned the public to be especially vigilant and has reinforced its security measures. See Terrorism
Around 17 million British nationals visit France every year. Most visits are trouble-free. The most common problem reported is pick-pocketing. SeeSafety and security
The Emergency phone number in France is 112.
You should apply for a free European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before you travel. If you already have an EHIC, make sure it hasn’t expired. Some medical costs aren’t covered by the EHIC so you should also take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before you travel. See Health
The Overseas Business Risk service offers information and advice for British companies operating overseas on how to manage political, economic, and business security-related risks.
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/france
No mention of avoiding Dover Calais route - the does it again
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Latest update: Summary - industrial action by farmers is causing road blockades and closures
There is an ongoing possibility of disruption to cross channel services due to industrial action. Check online with your chosen operator and plan your journey to avoid disruption. See this information on the situation. Information about alternative routes and operators is available via this Broken Link Removed.
There are large numbers of illegal migrants in and around Calais, who may seek to enter the UK illegally. You should keep vehicle doors locked in slow moving traffic and secure your vehicle when it is left unattended.
There is a high threat from terrorism. Due to ongoing threats to France by Islamist terrorist groups, and recent French military intervention against ISIL, the French government has warned the public to be especially vigilant and has reinforced its security measures. See Terrorism
Around 17 million British nationals visit France every year. Most visits are trouble-free. The most common problem reported is pick-pocketing. SeeSafety and security
The Emergency phone number in France is 112.
You should apply for a free European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before you travel. If you already have an EHIC, make sure it hasn’t expired. Some medical costs aren’t covered by the EHIC so you should also take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before you travel. See Health
The Overseas Business Risk service offers information and advice for British companies operating overseas on how to manage political, economic, and business security-related risks.
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/france
No mention of avoiding Dover Calais route - the
does it again
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We've been over 3 times so far this year coming back most recently on 19th July - no issues at all.
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Unfortunately my mother in law reads the DM and believes every word in it
I can imagine she'll be on the phone now telling us not to go to France now 
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Just received this email from P & O, seems they are laid back about everything.
But then they are not really being affected. Seems choosing them back in February was a good choice.
Will leave home Friday and the holiday will begin, migrants, strikers or farmers protesting will be treated with indifference. It's time for holidaying and the surf's up !!
We are aware of the Foreign Office advice that cross-Channel customers should check with their operator before travelling. We would like to reassure you that the port of Calais is at present safe and open for business, and we continue to sail as normal.
Our customers at the port of Calais are thankfully not affected by the well-publicised problems which we have seen at Eurotunnel. Traffic on the slip roads can access the port freely, cars can queue safely and efficiently in a secure area, and there is no point at which illegal migrants come into contact with our passengers. We will keep you informed should the situation change.
We look forward to welcoming you onboard and hope you enjoy your trip!
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But then they are not really being affected. Seems choosing them back in February was a good choice.
Will leave home Friday and the holiday will begin, migrants, strikers or farmers protesting will be treated with indifference. It's time for holidaying and the surf's up !!
We are aware of the Foreign Office advice that cross-Channel customers should check with their operator before travelling. We would like to reassure you that the port of Calais is at present safe and open for business, and we continue to sail as normal.
Our customers at the port of Calais are thankfully not affected by the well-publicised problems which we have seen at Eurotunnel. Traffic on the slip roads can access the port freely, cars can queue safely and efficiently in a secure area, and there is no point at which illegal migrants come into contact with our passengers. We will keep you informed should the situation change.
We look forward to welcoming you onboard and hope you enjoy your trip!
P&O Ferries Customer Service Team
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Op stack is still on this morning
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Eurotunnel is operating normally again
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DFDS appear to be sailing into Calais again
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I'm crossing late this coming Sunday evening to Calais. Dreading it to be honest.
It's back on again, (was it ever really off?)
Wonder how the French would react if we couldn't control our transport activities and caused problems for them?
Mind you DAVE has been listening and talking End of story !!
Wonder how the French would react if we couldn't control our transport activities and caused problems for them?
Mind you DAVE has been listening and talking
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Can someone in the know tell me, OP Stack, is it just for lorries or are motorhomes and cars lumped in with it?
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Just lorries but you will get diverted onto the A20
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Hi thanks, but what does that mean for me exactly? Sorry to be dim but this will be the first time I have been across for several years.
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You would be best to us the A2/M2 instead of the M20. Are you using the train or ferry?
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I'm booked on the Eurotunnel
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OK. Best route off the M25 is A2 - M2 - A2 - B2068. The B2068 brings you to junction 11 where you can join the M20 for the tunnel junction at 11a.
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Our passenger service is currently operating with some timetable disruption, this is due to an earlier incident in the Terminal which has now been resolved. There is a waiting time of approximately 2 hours on the terminal. We regret that we are currently unable to sell tickets to non reserved customers.
We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience this will cause to your journey.
For customers travelling today via our French Terminal
Our passenger service is currently operating with some timetable disruption, this is due to an earlier incident on the Tunnel which has now been resolved. There is a waiting time of approximately 90 minutes on the terminal.
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DFDS & P&O are running on time!
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Thanks very much!!
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