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Podcast: Southeastern has been stripped of its rail franchise with the government taking over services in Kent

Southeastern, the rail operator which covers Kent, has been stripped of its franchise.
Transport secretary Grant Shapps made the announcement in a series of tweets this morning saying the government will take over the running of services instead.
Find out why it has happened and what it means for passengers and staff.
Also in today’s podcast, we have the latest on the fuel situation in Kent as many drivers still struggle to fill their vehicles.
We’ve been speaking to a haulier and someone who trains HGV drivers.
The remains of a Roman temple that were found on a building site near Sittingbourne have been officially unveiled after being saved by locals.
We’ve been along to Newington to see them.
Hear from the Gillingham boss ahead of their trip to Cambridge United this evening.
And a former Gills manager has taken over at Welling – we tell you who.