Long delays for passengers at Port and LeShuttle

At the Port of Dover, travellers are being warned of a processing time of 90 minutes at the French border as they check in (stock image)

People leaving the UK via the Port of Dover or Eurotunnel Le Shuttle at Folkestone are facing delays as the summer holiday getaway begins.

At Dover, travellers are being warned of a 90-minute processing time at the French border during check-in.

Traffic is building in the town, with TAP procedures in place. The port has urged drivers to stick to the A2 and A20 routes to help ease congestion.

P&O Ferries and DFDS said all sailings are scheduled to depart on time, and passengers will be placed on the first available crossing once checked in.

LeShuttle services between Folkestone and Calais are being delayed by up to an hour and a half

Passengers travelling from Folkestone on Eurotunnel Le Shuttle are being warned of a 60-minute delay at check-in.

Once through check-in, a further 30-minute wait is expected at border control.

Services between Folkestone and Calais are delayed by up to an hour and a half - but passengers are advised to check in as normal.

LeShuttle apologised for the delays, adding: "It is very busy on site but we are doing all we can to get everyone boarded and on their way."

Travellers will be placed on the next available service.