Passengers traveling from the UK to France will not be subjected to new biometric checks in the immediate future, despite the European Union's entry-exit system (EES) set to come into effect on April 10. This delay is attributed to France's inability to provide the necessary technology for processing biometric data. As a result, travelers using Eurotunnel's Le Shuttle service, Eurostar, or cross-channel ferries will continue with the current passport stamping process. Only specific groups, such as lorry drivers and coach passengers, have been undergoing biometric checks since November. The EES, which aims to collect biometric information from non-EU citizens, has already faced challenges at various European airports, leading to significant delays. Trade bodies representing airlines and airports have expressed concerns about the potential for long queues during the Easter holiday, urging the European Commission to consider suspending EES if necessary. Ryanair's CEO, Michael O’Leary, criticized the system, calling it a