UK’s roads and airports brace for busiest Christmas getaway on record

Transport groups warn of unprecedented congestion as commuters, shoppers and holidaymakers travel at onceBritain’s roads and runways will take a festive pounding on Friday as traffic peaks before Christmas and record numbers head to the skies.Motoring organisations are forecasting exceptionally busy roads, with getaways expected to peak on Saturday and Christmas Eve. However, they say the mix of commuter travel, shopping trips and early departures will make Friday the most congested day. Continue reading...