Port of Dover declares critical incident as coaches face long wait to board ferries

P&O Ferries and DFDS Seaways say sailings hit by bad weather, surge of Easter getaways and border control hold-ups in France

The Port of Dover has declared a critical incident as high levels of traffic caused lengthy delays for coach passengers.

P&O Ferries and DFDS Seaways also reported delays to ferry and coach services, citing bad weather and hold-ups at French border controls.