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British Airways passengers are facing delays after a worldwide IT glitch at check-in desks caused a huge backlog.

A spokesperson confirmed the problem began at Gatwick Airport, spreading to Heathrow Airport, after the airport giant experienced problem with its check-in system.

The problem could affect every one of the company's check-in desks across the world, but so far problems have only been reported at the two British flight terminals.

The issue began at 6.30am this morning, and was dealt with by 8am, but a spokesperson told Mirror Online they couldn't confirm what the problem was.

One passenger, flying out of Gatwick Airport, feared her honeymoon could be ruined after being stuck in delays.

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Kym Miller wrote: "Crazy queues at check-in. Thanks British Airways. Please don't ruin my honeymoon."

Kit Hobbs wrote in response: "British Airways, what a wonderful start! Very annoying. Sort IT out. #moonmare."

Another irate passenger at Gatwick complained after having to queue despite already checking in online.

Scarymonstertwo wrote: "Utter shambles at BA check in right now. Why offer online check in then make me queue to join a queue to check in???"

A passenger flying from Heathrow Airport, also shared a picture of the huge queues.

Under the picture Ian Tracy wrote: "Blimey British airway. Never seen a queue this long at T5. Queue staff are friendly."

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Another Heathrow flier, Adam Reed wrote: "You must be proud of your consistently bad service, as you don't feel the need to change it! #shocking #embarassing.

"Delays due to computer glitch! No apologies or explanation! Now after a ridiculous delay, waiting for bags for 20 mins!"

A British Airways spokesperson said: "We have now resolved the IT issue which affected some of our check-in and boarding gate systems at a small number of airports.

"We are sorry for the disruption to our customers' travel plans and our teams are working very hard to get customers checked-in as quickly as possible."

Have you been affected by the travel chaos? Call 0207 239 3031 or email rachel.bishop@trinitymirror.com