Motorists have told of huge delays in securing a new permit that is likely to be needed to drive in the European Union in the event of a no-deal Brexit. One driver said that he had to visit up to 26 Post Office branches, while others told of standing in long queues or travelling several miles to obtain an “international driving permit” (IDP). The Post Office, which issues the document in the UK, said extra supplies were being sent to branches by yesterday to ease the shortage. It said that from now on shortages should be addressed. However, some drivers still complained of delays yesterday, with one being told to travel half an hour across central London to reach a branch with spare permits. Britain
UK motorists, hoping to travel in Europe during the upcoming Easter holidays, have complained of long queues and a shortage of international driving permit documents (IDS). The documents are issued by the Post Office, which said extra supplies had been drafted in to end the supply shortfall, while people grumbled on social media about having to visit several offices. A spokesman for the Department for Transport said: “Drivers will be able to get their licences from local authorities as soon as they arrive at their destination.