Holidaymakers embarking on Easter getaways from Dover faced frustration and delays as queues at the port stretched for hours, exacerbated by the aftermath of Storm Nelson. With around 2.6 million car journeys expected on Good Friday and 2 million Brits jetting off abroad, the start of the long weekend proved challenging for travellers.
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The Port of Dover reported queues exceeding 90 minutes early on Friday morning, attributing the delays to strong winds and enhanced security checks. Ferry companies urged patience as passengers faced lengthy waits to board their vessels.