Four KFC outlets in Kent are reopening for delivery this week.

The fast food chain has pledged to have 100 of its restaurants operating across the UK by Monday.

While it hasn't disclosed which outlets will be among those reopening, the online KFC store locator map reveals four will be in Kent.

Chicken lovers in Ashford and Thanet have already been making use of the service, as some of the restaurants have already reopened.

Deliveries can be made to hungry customers via Just Eat, Deliveroo and Uber Eats.

A statement released this morning by the global chain says: "Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve gradually reopened 20 of our restaurants for delivery in order to put the nation’s favourite fried chicken back on the menu for those looking for an accessible, affordable meal.

"We will now be reopening an additional 80 restaurants this week for delivery.

"We are doing this responsibly and carefully, with stringent processes and hygiene measures put in place.

"All our restaurants will continue serving a limited menu to help the smaller kitchen teams maintain social distancing."

The outlets opening in Kent are:

• Ashford, Eurkea Leisure Park

• Broadstairs, Westwood Retail Park
• Dover, Honey Wood Retail Park
• Gillingham, Canterbury Street

Paula MacKenzie, managing director for KFC, said: “I’m really proud of the way we, with our franchise partners, have been able to carefully get some of our restaurants back open for delivery over the last two weeks.

"This next stage allows us to continue to provide wider access to hot food for those who need it most, whether that’s key workers after a long shift or those working from home who need a quick, affordable dinner for the family.

"I’m hugely appreciative of our team members who have returned to work - it’s a challenging time for everyone, but we’re so glad to play our part in helping to feed the nation.”

The news comes as both Burger King and McDonald's both aim to reopen stores in the coming weeks.

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