Big Summer Getaway begins with 10,000 cars set to queue at Dover amid fears of European entry system delays because the French have refused to switch on new kiosks

Around 3.4million motorists are expected to hit the roads today to embark on day trips or summer holidays - making it the most hectic day on roads for getaway journeys since 2022.


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