‘Pretty shambolic’: new EU border checks cause stress for UK travellers
MeridStreet AI summaryThe European Union's new digital entry and exit system, known as EES, has caused frustration for British travellers, leading to long queues and waiting times at EU borders. This is causing stress for those planning summer holidays in the EU. The system requires non-EU citizens, including Britons, to register and be photographed and fingerprinted on arrival and departure from the Schengen zone. This added complexity is just one more thing for travellers to worry about, on top of concerns about heat and potential jet fuel shortages.
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Why it matters
The new EU border checks are causing frustration and long queues for UK travellers. This could lead to a decrease in travel and tourism, affecting the economy.
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- Travel stocks
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