First-Hand: Testing the EU's New EES Border System
A UK travel writer shares their experience navigating the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES), detailing the biometric checks, potential delays, and what it means for British holidaymakers post-Brexit.
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Farage Attacks Davey Over Calais Migrant Comments
Nigel Farage has launched a scathing attack on Ed Davey, claiming the Liberal Democrat leader's call for more migrant facilities in Calais exposes his party's 'open borders' agenda, while highlighting Reform UK's contrasting hardline stance.
EasyJet Warns of New EU Border Rules From October 2024
EasyJet alerts British passengers about major EU border changes coming this autumn. The new Entry/Exit System requires biometric checks and could significantly increase airport processing times.
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.
Tory councillor suspended over racist Facebook remarks
Conservative councillor for Scottish Borders, Gavin Logan, has been suspended by the party after making inflammatory comments about African-Scots on Facebook, prompting widespread condemnation.
Tory MPs: Scrap 'small boats' term in Brexit immigration shift
Conservative MPs are urging the government to abandon the phrase 'small boats' in official communications, branding it a 'Remainer term' that undermines Brexit sovereignty pledges. The move signals a significant shift in the party's approach to immigratio
Starmer's Digital ID Plan for Migration Crisis Sparks Debate
Exclusive: Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer proposes controversial digital ID scheme to address UK's migration crisis, sparking privacy debates at party conference.
Smuggler's Warning: 2,000 Migrants a Day Could Cross Channel
An exclusive investigation reveals a people smuggler's boast that new, larger boats could ferry 2,000 asylum seekers to Britain daily, turning the Channel crossing into an industry worth hundreds of millions.
Trump Advised UK to Use Military for Border Control
Former US President Donald Trump reportedly advised UK ministers to use military force to secure Britain's borders during a private meeting, sparking outrage and condemnation from Shadow Foreign Secretary Peter Kyle.
Eritrean asylum seeker deported after false trafficking claim
An Eritrean man who attempted to remain in the UK by falsely claiming to be a trafficking victim has been successfully deported under a new one-to-one returns scheme, marking a significant victory for the Home Office's immigration enforcement.
Trump Urges UK Military Deployment to Secure Borders
Former US President Donald Trump has sparked diplomatic controversy by publicly advising Britain to deploy its military forces to control immigration, criticising current policies as 'weak' and 'ineffective'.
Kmart's Secret Facial Recognition Trial Sparks Privacy Fury
Kmart Australia faces a consumer firestorm after a hidden facial recognition trial was exposed in a South Australian store, raising serious questions about customer privacy and biometric data consent.
Racism Scandal Erupts in Scottish Borders
A racism scandal erupts in the Scottish Borders as council contractors are subjected to vile abuse. The local authority and police are investigating the incident, which was caught on video and widely condemned.
Scottish Council in Racism Storm Over 'African Workmen' FB Post
A Scottish council has launched an investigation after a racist comment referring to 'African workmen' was posted from its official Facebook account. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation and accusations of institutional racism.
Rare earthquake detected in Scottish Borders
A rare earth tremor with a magnitude of 1.9 was detected by the British Geological Survey near the village of African in the Scottish Borders, causing a stir amongst locals and scientists.
Scottish Council Evicts African Family in Housing Row
A family of African origin is facing homelessness after Scottish Borders Council issued an eviction notice from their council-owned farmhouse, sparking outrage and accusations of discrimination.
Newborn Baby Dies in Tragic Minto Mall Incident
A community in Scottish Borders is in mourning after a newborn baby tragically died following an incident at the Minto Mall in Hawick. Police have launched an investigation as tributes pour in for the infant.
California bill seeks to ban ICE's facial recognition masks
California lawmakers advance a groundbreaking bill to prohibit the use of facial recognition masks by ICE agents during arrests, citing privacy and civil liberties concerns.
UK Airport Launches Passport-Free 'Red Carpet Corridor'
Manchester Airport launches revolutionary biometric 'Red Carpet Corridor' for British travellers, eliminating the need for physical documents and slashing queue times in a UK-first trial.
EU Plans 1000-Mile Border 'Defence Shield' Against Putin
Exclusive: The European Union is accelerating plans for a 1,000-mile 'defence shield' along its eastern frontiers to counter what officials label a hybrid attack by the Kremlin, using migrants to destabilise the bloc.
Press Freedom Sees Sharpest Fall in 50 Years
A landmark report reveals the most catastrophic collapse of global press freedom in half a century, with the UK's own record under scrutiny amidst a rising tide of authoritarianism and disinformation.
New EU Entry/Exit System: A Guide for UK Travellers
Everything you need to know about the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES). Learn how automated border checks will affect your travel to Europe from the UK, what data is collected, and how to prepare for the October 2024 rollout.
Europe Fortifies Borders as Germany Warns Ukraine is Just the Start
European nations are taking drastic defensive measures, from anti-tank ditches to border closures, amid stark warnings that Putin's war aims extend far beyond Ukraine. Germany cautions of a wider plan for conquest as the EU is urged to stockpile food and
Eurostar Passengers Face Fingerprinting in New EU Border Checks
Eurostar travellers will undergo new biometric border controls from next month, including fingerprinting and facial photographs. Rail bosses promise a 'smooth and seamless' process despite the enhanced EU Entry/Exit System checks.
Home Office Scrutinised Over British Citizen's Treatment
Yvette Cooper demands answers after Nottingham Trent University professor was wrongly questioned by immigration officials despite being a UK national for decades.
UK Small Boat Arrivals Surge 24% in May
New Home Office figures reveal a dramatic 24% increase in small boat crossings for May 2024, with 882 migrants arriving in a single day amid ongoing political debate over immigration policy.
UK Plans Mandatory ID Cards for All Migrants
Exclusive: Ministers consider mandatory biometric IDs for all migrants in the UK, sparking fierce debate over efficacy and civil liberties. Could this be the solution to the Channel crisis?
Sudan Famine: Starvation 'Weaponised' in War, ICC Investigates
Exclusive report reveals a deepening humanitarian crisis in Sudan, with mass starvation, alleged war crimes, and a collapsed healthcare system. The international community faces calls for urgent action.
Sainsbury's trials 'Orwellian' facial recognition tech
Sainsbury's is trialling controversial facial recognition cameras at its petrol stations, sparking a major backlash from privacy campaigners who warn it's a step towards a dystopian surveillance state.
Sainsbury's in hot water over secret facial recognition trial
Sainsbury's is under fire for secretly trialling live facial recognition technology at petrol stations across the UK, raising serious privacy concerns with customers and civil liberty groups.
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