Mark Conrad 12 April 2024

Third council in biometrics warning

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A third council has warned it faces potential fallout from new entry checks at UK borders earmarked for October.

Portsmouth City Council, which owns the international port, told The MJ it was consulting with ferry operators to determine whether biometric requirements at EU ports where passengers from the UK disembark could lead to costly delays or excessive road traffic.

Visit The MJ (£) to read more.

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