IT problems at French border controls caused hour-long delays at Dover Port, disrupting Christmas travel.

Long queues of up to an hour have formed at the Port of Dover due to IT issues at French border controls, disrupting Christmas travel for holidaymakers. The port, expecting nearly 30,000 vehicles to depart, urged travelers to arrive no more than two hours before sailing and use main roads to avoid congestion. Despite delays on approach roads, check-in processes remained smooth. Missed sailings will be rebooked on the next available crossing. With an estimated 37.5 million leisure car trips planned between Wednesday and Christmas Eve, experts warn of record traffic and advise travelers to plan ahead, check routes, and allow extra time. National Highways is removing roadworks to ease congestion.