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December 20, 2025
Dover ferry delays hit Christmas travellers after French border IT failure
Port says it is working to resolve issues but urges passengers not to arrive more than two hours before departure
TL;DR
- IT problems with French border control at the Port of Dover have caused delays for ferry passengers.
- Millions of motorists are expected to travel during the Christmas getaway, potentially leading to record-breaking traffic.
- The Port of Dover is working to resolve the issues and advises passengers to arrive no more than two hours before their ferry.
- P&O Ferries noted large queues but smooth check-ins once passengers passed the initial stage.
- RAC predicts 37.5 million leisure trips by car between Wednesday and Christmas Eve.
- National Highways is removing roadworks to ease traffic flow.
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