[Location: Kent] Calls for EES to be suspended as former racecourse put on standby to hold holiday traffic
Kent Online 2026-07-24 11:00:08
Context: A former racecourse in Kent has been put on standby to manage holiday traffic, as authorities prepare for what could be the busiest weekend of the summer holiday getaway. With the busy weekend ahead, there are growing calls for checks under the European Entry/Exit System (EES) to be suspended to help manage the expected influx of travelers.
Key Facts
- The proposed suspension of EES checks comes as a former racecourse in Kent, which has been put on standby, is expected to play a significant role in handling holiday traffic during what promises to be a busy weekend.
- EES checks are a mandatory procedure for travelers entering and exiting the European Union, designed to record biometric data and other details of non-EU nationals crossing external borders.
- Ahead of this potentially record-breaking weekend, local authorities and traffic management officials are exploring all options to minimize congestion and streamline travel processes, including potentially bypassing EES checks to reduce delays.