Millions travelling for Easter weekend break facing massive delays

Millions of people are preparing to travel for their Easter holiday weekend, but transport companies warn of possible delays.

Around 15 million drivers are expected on the roads on Saturday, and those travelling via Dover have been warned of possible two-hour queues at border control.

Extra measures have been implemented at Dover to cope with the increased demand, and port officials have warned of waiting times during the busiest travel hours.

Candice Mason, founder of Masons Coaches, hopes to see these measures continue throughout the summer season to prevent long queues.

Last weekend’s delays were caused by changes in infrastructure at the port, staff shortages on the French side of the Channel, slow processing of documentation since the UK left the EU, and more coaches than expected.

Air travel to mainland Europe could also be affected by strikes over pension reforms in France, with many flights being grounded.

Over 10,200 flights are expected to depart UK airports this weekend, with Good Friday predicted to be the busiest day.

The AA and the RAC predict heavy congestion on major roads, and some engineering work is planned on the railways, including the closure of London Euston station.