Britain Braces for Long, Hot Traffic Queues Amid Extra Border Checks As the UK embarks on its bank holiday weekend, motorists are preparing for long traffic queues, while travelers heading abroad will face additional delays at border checks.
The convergence of a hot late May bank holiday and half term break has created a perfect storm that tests the country's transportation infrastructure.
The introduction of the EU's entry exit system (EES) at ports, particularly Dover, adds complexity to travelers' journeys.