Port of Dover faces ‘utter chaos’ under struggling EU entry system, MPs warn
Summary
The Port of Dover is facing major delays and long traffic jams because of problems with the EU’s entry/exit system (EES), which checks passengers crossing between the UK and Europe. MPs have warned the government to push French authorities to fix the issues or suspend EES checks before the busy summer holiday period starts.Key Facts
- The EU’s EES system uses fingerprinting and facial recognition to check travelers.
- Dover expects about 50% more vehicles this summer compared to last year.
- Technology problems with biometric kiosks at Dover, supplied by France, prevent their use.
- Delays of up to four and a half hours were seen during a recent holiday period.
- MPs visited Dover and saw preparations, including new kiosks and land changes.
- The EU rejected calls to suspend EES checks despite admitting some border spots face delays.
- The EES system can be suspended temporarily but only until September.
- Industry groups warn that delays affect airports and transport across multiple European countries.
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