An applications backlog at the Passport Office has led to many holidaymakers having their plans thrown up in the air. Brits spent £5.4 million was forked out on the fast-track application last month alone, The Times reported as families fear having to cancel holidays due to delays.
In April, the Passport Office blamed “unprecedented levels of demand” on the lengthy passport processing times. With people waiting for their passports ahead of their respective trips, holidays have been derailed and travel disrupted.
HM Passport Office said that more than five million people delayed applying for passports during the Coronavirus pandemic due to restrictions on international travel. The Passport Office anticipates that a total of 9.5 million British passport applications will be made this year, leading to this lengthy backlog.
