Warning Issued as Major Airports Anticipate Long Delays for Travellers
# Warning to Brits as Major Airports Brace for 'Four-Hour Queues'
## Long delays expected for travellers at key airports due to new EU regulations
Travellers at Milan's Linate airport experienced extensive queues on Sunday, as new EU regulations regarding the Entry/Exit System (EES) took effect. These changes have raised concerns among British holidaymakers about similar delays at major airports across Europe.
Reports indicate that travellers might face waits of up to four hours at various airports. The new EES aims to enhance border security by tracking visitors from outside the European Union. This system will require travellers to have their biometric data collected, which is expected to add to processing times.
Airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, and Manchester are preparing for potential traffic surges as families head abroad for summer vacations. Authorities are urging passengers to arrive at the airport well in advance of their flight times to accommodate any delays linked to the new regulations.
"Long delays could be expected at major airports," a spokesperson for the UK Border Force warned. Earlier this week, numerous travellers shared their experiences on social media, highlighting the disruptions at Linate as a precursor to what could be anticipated in the UK.
The government is monitoring the situation closely and advises passengers to check with their airlines for any updates. Airport officials also reassured the public that they were working diligently to mitigate the potential for longer wait times in the coming days.