UK ministers are calling on EU authorities to further relax elements of the new post-Brexit border arrangements, as concerns grow about potential disruption during the summer holiday period. According to reports, the UK Transport Secretary has told EU counterparts to take a pragmatic approach and be flexible in how the rules are applied. The concern highlighted by outlets is that new procedures could lead to very long delays at border locations for travellers departing for or returning from summer trips. One figure cited in the reporting is the possibility of queues lasting five hours or more starting from the weekend. The messaging from UK officials frames the request as a way to prevent widespread travel chaos and reduce the risk of travel delays for UK holidaymakers. The reports do not provide details of specific changes sought or whether the EU has agreed to any adjustments, but they indicate active engagement between UK ministers and EU officials ahead of the peak travel period. The situation remains focused on operational flexibility under the post-Brexit framework rather than a stated overhaul of the rules.