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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.

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.

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.

Reform UK Overtakes Tories in Kent Poll Shock

Nigel Farage's Reform UK has achieved a stunning political breakthrough, surpassing the Conservatives in a recent Kent poll while Liberal Democrats surge into second place behind Labour.

EU's Entry/Exit System Delayed Until 2025

The EU's flagship Entry/Exit System (EES) faces significant delays until at least 2025, with countries like Estonia and Luxembourg warning of major travel disruption and logistical nightmares at borders like Dover.

Labour's small boats plan fails as crossings surge 22%

Exclusive: The new Labour government's returns agreement with Afghanistan has failed to stop small boat crossings, with arrivals surging over 20% in a week. Critics brand the plan an 'absolute farce' as the crisis deepens.

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.

Farage Rejects Boris's Plea to Rejoin Conservatives

Brexit architect Nigel Farage has publicly rejected a dramatic plea from former PM Boris Johnson to rejoin the Conservative Party, dealing a crushing blow to Tory election hopes and vowing to lead Reform UK's political revolt.

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.

P&O Ferries 'Most Hated Boss' Peter Hebblethwaite to Quit

P&O Ferries CEO Peter Hebblethwaite, who sparked national outrage by sacking 800 staff without notice, is stepping down. His controversial tenure ends as the firm faces ongoing scrutiny over its 2022 mass dismissal scandal.

Farage Demands BBC Apology Over 'Disgraceful' Question

Nigel Farage erupts during a Reform UK campaign event, demanding a public apology from the BBC's Mishal Husain. The Brexit architect defends his party's manifesto and slams the Tories for 'betraying' their voters in a dramatic speech ahead of the July 4th

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.

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