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Greece suspends EES making British travellers exempt from biometric checks

Greece has taken the decision to exempt British travellers from the biometric checks required by the EES (Entry Exit System), which should have been fully operational throughout the Schengen area on April 10th.

ETIAS scheme delayed until 2027

The EU has confirmed that the ETIAS scheme has been delayed until 2027, meaning that British and other third-country visitors to Spain and other Schengen areas will not have to apply for a visa-waiver document costing €20 until April 2027 at the earliest.

Ryanair claims “huge success” after moving to 100% digital boarding passes

Earlier this week, Ryanair announced that it would move to 100% digital boarding passes and no longer accept printed boarding passes. The Irish airline has claimed that the first day was a “huge success.”

Clocks go back tonight

At 2 am tonight, in the early hours of Sunday, the clocks go back one hour, bringing the Canaries back to Greenwich Mean Time.

EU approves new driving licence rules

The EU has approved a motion that will update driving licence laws, permitting youngsters of 17 years of age to drive as long as they are accompanied by an adult over 25 years of age.

Spain to request an end to clock changes

Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has said that Spain will request that the European Union abolishes changing the clock twice a year.

Europe backs airlines in hand luggage row

The European Commission has backed airlines in their action against the Spanish government, whose Consumer Department has issued fines to various airlines for charging passengers for hand luggage.

Starmer to meet Sánchez to sign first bilateral post-Brexit agreement between the UK and Spain

Nine days after leaving Lanzarote, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will today fly to London to meet British PM Keir Starmer for the signing of the first bilateral post-Brexit agreement between the two countries.

ETA required for EU nationals travelling to the UK

From April 2nd, nationals of EU member countries, including Spain, will need to apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) costing £10 if they wish to visit the UK.

Calmer under Starmer?

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Labour's landslide victory in the UK General Election on 4th July may not herald big changes for Brits on Lanzarote, but it does promise to bring a welcome period of stability after the chaos and uncertainty of recent years.