The digital system for checking non-EU travellers’ documents is creating bottlenecks and glitches just as the peak of the holiday season approaches. As queues grow longer and passengers get more frustrated, airlines are calling for the option to suspend the checks in July and August. #EuropeNews

‘The situation is not acceptable', said director of European airport trade association

Global aviation chiefs warned Eurocrats in an open letter that thousands of holidaymakers faced being left stranded, with queues of more than five hours at passport kiosks.