According to Logistics UK, the new requirements could create severe tailbacks and jeopardise the smooth movement of goods. They urge a nationwide awareness campaign.
Research indicates that the EES will extend the processing time for a car with four passengers from under a minute to as much as seven minutes, leading to significant delays.
Dover and Eurotunnel managed over half of all UK trade with continental Europe last year, meaning any delays could severely impact imports of perishables.
Logistics UK emphasizes that while most truck drivers are EU nationals and exempt from the checks, delays to car traffic will lead to extensive queues for lorries.
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