Security queues at some UK airports have been so long passengers have missed their flights, despite turning up several hours before departure as instructed by their airline.
Newcastle Airport has stayed relatively queue-free, but other airports used by North East holidaymakers, including Manchester, Heathrow and Gatwick have faced repeated criticism for queues at security with lines stretching out of the terminal. The worst-affected, Manchester Airport, has has admitted it will be unable to resolve the problem quickly as it doesn't have enough staff and other Bristol, Birmingham, Gatwick and Heathrow haver faced problems of their own, especially in May half-term week.
As families get ready for their summer holiday - for many the first in three years - we investigate what to do if the worst happens and how you can continue your holiday of you miss your plane.
