Burnham urged to lobby EU leaders directly to waive EES border controls
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During the peak overseas holiday weekend, the Liberal Democrats are urging the Prime Minister to suspend the new Entry/Exit System (EES), which they label as 'bungled' and 'malfunctioning'. Separately, Andy Burnham is being urged to directly lobby EU leaders for a suspension. About 2.2 million British holidaymakers are expected to travel abroad, mostly to Europe, highlighting the potential disruption the EES could cause.
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Lib Dems are urging Andy Burnham to lobby EU leaders directly.
The EES system is described as 'bungled, malfunctioning' by the Liberal Democrats.
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The Liberal Democrats are calling on the Prime Minister to push for suspension of the EES system.
The Guardian- 2.2 million British holidaymakers expected abroad over the weekend.
- Majority traveling to Europe, indicating high economic stakes.
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Loaded language removedAs overseas holiday travel peaks, Lib Dems call on PM to push for suspension of 'problematic' system
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The Liberal Democrats are calling on the Prime Minister to push for suspension of the EES system.
The GuardianThe EES system is described as 'bungled, malfunctioning' by the Liberal Democrats.
The GuardianAbout 2.2 million British holidaymakers are expected to head abroad between Friday and Monday.
The GuardianAndy Burnham has been urged to lobby EU leaders directly to suspend the EES.
The GuardianThe peak weekend for overseas holidays has begun.
The GuardianThe majority of British holidaymakers are travelling to Europe.
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