Kent’s transport chief, Councillor Neil Baker, has raised concerns about the potential for three years of Operation Brock on the M20 due to the implementation of the new European Union Entry-Exit System (EES) at the Port of Dover. The EES, scheduled to take effect in October, aims to replace manual passport stamping for more efficient tracking of travellers from non-EU countries.

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However, fears abound that this change could lead to congestion at cross-Channel terminals, extensive traffic disruptions on Kent’s motorways and A roads, substantial delays of up to 14 hours for travellers, and potential harm to the UK economy.

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