Jump to contentAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleA large group of masked "stop the boats" demonstrators blocked access routes to the Port of Dover, causing significant travel disruption around the town. Kent Police attended the spontaneous protest, confirming that all demonstrators had dispersed by midday with no arrests made. Full operations at the Port of Dover resumed by 12.30pm, with traffic flowing normally, after the government condemned the disruption. Members of the public reported feeling anxious and intimidated by the large group of men wearing ski masks and balaclavas. Politicians, including Reform UK figures and government representatives, criticised the protest methods and the travel delays caused. In fullDover protest latest: Government condemns masked ‘stop the boats’ demonstration that blocks roadsMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in