Long delays are expected as a result of the Easter travel disruption.
Long lines and delays are expected to continue this weekend as people try to get away for the Easter holiday. Due to staff shortages, airlines have cancelled more than 100 flights per day, and ferry operators are struggling to meet demand after P&O suspended services. The Transport Secretary has urged operators to "redouble" their efforts to get people out of the way as quickly as possible. Labour, on the other hand, has accused the government of being "missing in action." Because of the relaxation of pandemic rules, many families will be able to travel freely this school holiday. However, the increase in passenger numbers comes at a time when travel operators are dealing with staff shortages and Covid-related absences, which are causing long delays. Manchester Airport reported that the long security lines it has seen this week could continue, with some passengers facing queues of up to 90 minutes in the coming weeks. Delays and cancellations have also been repo