MOTORISTS in Southampton have been urged to plan ahead as thousands of people are expected to be visiting the city.

A high number of cruise passengers are expected in the city today with several cruise ships arriving and departing.

Those across the city have been urged to plan their journeys to the waterfront.

Southampton Travel said on Twitter: "High volumes of cruise passengers are expected in the city today with several cruise ships arriving/departing.

"Please continue to plan any journeys to the waterfront in advance as it will be busy."

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