EU's New Border System Threatens Travel Chaos
Major travel disruption looms as EU's biometric border system launches in October. Dover and Eurotunnel face potential 14-hour queues while airports brace for passenger delays.
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French intercept 70 migrants in Dunkirk Channel crossing attempt
Exclusive: French police prevent attempted Channel crossing to Dover as UK-France border tensions escalate. Latest developments in the ongoing small boats crisis.
Migrants found hidden in car on French island
French authorities made a shocking discovery on the picturesque Île d'Oléron after finding five migrants concealed in a vehicle's secret compartment during a routine check.
EU digital border checks paused at Dover amid delay fears
French border officials have suspended the controversial new EU digital border checks at Dover, preventing what experts warned could become four-hour queues for British travellers. The last-minute pause comes as relief for summer holidaymakers facing pote
EU Border System Delays Threaten UK Travel Chaos
Critical delays to the EU's new border control system threaten massive disruptions at Dover and Eurotunnel, with potential 14-hour queues and £3 billion economic impact looming.
New EU Border Checks Threaten 14-Hour Delays for UK Travellers
British tourists face potential holiday chaos as new EU Entry/Exit System brings automated border checks and possible 14-hour delays at major ports from October 2024.
EU border chaos: 14-hour queues threaten summer holidays
British tourists face potential travel chaos as EU's Entry/Exit System implementation could create 14-hour queues at Dover and Eurotunnel terminals this summer.
Dover migrant surge: 1,659 arrivals in 72 hours
Dover faces relentless small boat arrivals with 1,659 migrants crossing the Channel in three days, pushing the yearly total beyond 36,000 amid growing political pressure and operational challenges for Border Force.
Kent travel chaos: Dover queues and M20 delays hit Easter getaway
Major disruption hits Kent as Port of Dover faces 2-hour queues and M20 implements Operation Brock, causing holiday travel chaos and freight delays.
Migrants mock French police in Channel crossing to Dover
Exclusive footage reveals migrants laughing at French authorities while crossing to Dover, raising serious questions about border control effectiveness and Anglo-French cooperation.
Dover and Eurotunnel chaos as Easter travel begins
Severe delays plague Dover and Eurotunnel as technical issues and high passenger volumes create travel nightmare for Easter holidaymakers. Find out what's causing the chaos and when services might return to normal.
Eurostar chaos as Eurotunnel power failure halts services
Major disruption hits cross-Channel travel with Eurostar services cancelled and severe delays at the Port of Dover following a Eurotunnel power outage, stranding thousands of passengers.
RNLI in major rescue after migrant boat capsizes off Kent
RNLI heroes from Dover and Dungeness brave treacherous conditions to save 50 lives after a migrant vessel founders in the freezing English Channel waters. One person remains missing in a major overnight operation.
Ditch the Airport: Best Short Ferry Routes to Europe
Escape the airport hassle and rediscover the joy of travel. Our guide reveals the most scenic and convenient short ferry crossings from the UK to Europe, from the classic Channel routes to hidden gem connections.
UK Border Chaos: New Home Office System Fails at St Pancras & Dover
Exclusive: Passengers at London St Pancras and the Port of Dover endure massive delays and chaos following the botched rollout of a new Home Office border system, raising serious concerns about UK border readiness.
1,000 Migrants Cross Channel in Day as Labour Pledge Tested
The English Channel saw a dramatic surge with more than 1,000 migrants arriving in small boats on Thursday, marking one of the busiest days of 2024. This comes just as the new Labour government pledged to end the costly use of asylum hotels, putting immed
Dover Migrant Crisis: Arrivals Surge Past 50,000
Exclusive images reveal large groups of men idling near the Port of Dover as UK small boat arrivals surpass 50,000 this year, creating a new crisis for the Labour government.
Grandmothers die after tragic 80ft fall from White Cliffs of Dover
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolds on the White Cliffs of Dover as two grandmothers, Sandra Sullivan and Anita Chaffer, succumb to injuries days after an 80ft fall. Community mourns as investigation continues.
Polish smuggler caught at Dover with 61 hidden guns
A Polish smuggler's audacious attempt to bring 61 illegal firearms into the UK through Dover has been foiled by Border Force officers. The man claimed to be attending a christening.
Pro-migrant flag organiser jailed for smuggling plot
The organiser of a pro-migrant flag campaign on the White Cliffs of Dover has been sentenced to three years for his role in a foiled people smuggling operation across the English Channel.
Chinese & Indian Channel Crossings Surge 100%
Exclusive investigation reveals a dramatic shift in Channel crossings, with a 100% surge in Chinese and Indian nationals. The Home Office faces a new migration crisis as it grapples with sophisticated smuggling networks and international asylum claims.
EU Border Chaos: 14-Hour Queues Warning for Brits
British travellers are being warned of severe delays and 'nightmare' queues at EU borders this autumn due to the launch of a new biometric Entry/Exit System. Experts predict waits of up to 14 hours, threatening summer getaways and vital ferry services.
Over 900 migrants cross Channel in 24 hours
A surge of more than 900 migrants crossed the English Channel in a single day, marking one of the highest daily totals this year and intensifying pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer's new government to address the ongoing small boats crisis.
Ancient Crosses Emerge from Goodwin Sands Revealing Lost History
A startling archaeological discovery unfolds off the Kent coast as shifting sands unveil ancient stone crosses, offering a tantalising glimpse into a medieval world lost to the sea for centuries.
First 2024 small boat migrants land in UK
The first group of migrants crossing the Channel in small boats this year has arrived in Dover, putting pressure on PM Rishi Sunak's immigration policies.
Chris Philp criticised over Border Force remarks in Dover
Chris Philp under fire after suggesting Border Force staff should turn back migrant boats in the Channel, sparking controversy over safety and legality.
Chris Philp scrutinised over Dover border delays
Immigration Minister Chris Philp is under fire as lengthy delays at the Port of Dover spark concerns over border control efficiency and staffing shortages.
Migrants detained on Spanish beach after crossing
Shocking video captures the moment migrants were intercepted by police on a Spanish beach following a perilous journey from Africa.
Cooper dodges questions on Channel migrant returns
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper refuses to clarify whether Channel migrants will be returned to France under a new one-to-one deal, raising concerns over potential benefits to smuggling gangs.
First migrants detained under UK Rwanda deportation law
The UK government has detained the first group of asylum seekers under the controversial Rwanda deportation scheme. Find out how this impacts immigration policy.
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