The EU's biometric Entry/Exit System fully launched by spring 2026 across 29 Schengen borders. New biometric checks are causing queues up to two hours at airports and long waits at land crossings.
Train services on the Mangaluru-Bengaluru line were halted for two days and resumed on 4 August 2026. Delays continue along the route following the resumption of service.
The RMT union has announced three 24-hour strikes on East Midlands Railway weekends in August 2026 due to safety concerns over Class 810 trains. Services will run on a reduced timetable with refunds available for affected passengers.