- An estimated 17.6 million car trips are anticipated across the UK during the August bank holiday, with significant traffic delays expected.
- The RAC advises drivers to depart early or prepare for longer journeys, as congestion is predicted to peak on Friday and Saturday.
- The South East and South West, including the M5 between Bristol and Devon and the M20 in Kent, are forecast to experience the most severe hold-ups.
- Rail passengers will face disruption due to 261 engineering projects, with major routes like London King's Cross and London Euston affected by closures or reduced services.
- Network Rail urges passengers to check their journeys in advance, as some essential works are unavoidable to improve the railway network.
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