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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jordan Reynolds

UK roads set for record weekend with 14.1 million journeys planned

United Kingdom
  • UK roads are set for the busiest summer getaway in years this weekend, with an estimated 14.1 million motorists planning journeys between Friday and Sunday.
  • The RAC predicts Saturday will be the peak travel day, with 3.8 million trips, as most schools in England and Wales begin their summer holidays.
  • The hot weather is expected to persist for at least another 7 to 10 days, maintaining settled and fine conditions across the country.
  • Despite a prolonged spell of temperatures exceeding 30C for 11 consecutive days somewhere in the UK, a shift to a more northerly flow is anticipated to bring a slightly cooler feel.
  • Mean temperatures across England and Wales are significantly above average, with Scotland and Northern Ireland also experiencing warmer-than-normal conditions.

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Roads set for busiest weekend in years as hot summer getaway begins

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