HIGHWAY chiefs are in line for some severe criticism after double yellows appeared without warning in a Kent town.

There are even gaps between sections of the double yellow lines where workers avoided parked cars in four Gravesend streets.

Residents now face a £60 penalty for parking outside their properties – unless they're lucky enough to grab one of the gaps.

Gravesham Borough Council expressed concerns about the handling of the situation and the new parking restrictions.

Council leader Mike Snelling said the lack of consultation with residents was "disappointing".

* SEE THURSDAY'S GRAVESEND MESSENGER FOR THE FULL STORY AND RESIDENTS' REACTION.