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Ryanair warns travellers of potential six‑hour queues at seven European airports due to shortcomings in the EU’s new Entry/Exit System, which requires biometric checks for non‑EU nationals. The airline urges European governments to delay the rollout until after the peak summer season, citing insufficient staff and infrastructure. Jet2 and Greece are cited as supporting postponement to reduce disruption. Travel experts caution that additional challenges such as strikes and ground‑transport delays may further impact holiday travel.

The UK government warned travellers to prepare for extreme heat and high UV levels across Europe, urging protective measures such as hydration, sunscreen and monitoring local weather. Updated Foreign Office advice follows record temperatures in France, Spain, Italy and Portugal. Rising UV risks are outlined along with protection guidelines. Cancer Research UK reported record melanoma diagnoses, stressing the importance of early detection and sun safety, with cases projected to increase significantly by 2040.