The UK government is allocating £10.5 million to prepare for new EU border checks set to be implemented this autumn, specifically targeting the Port of Dover, Eurotunnel at Folkestone, and Eurostar at St Pancras. The new Entry/Exit System (EES) will require travelers from the UK and other non-EU countries to provide fingerprints and photographs for a digital database, streamlining border security processes. Each of the three UK locations will receive £3.5 million to enhance facilities and technology aimed at minimizing wait times and disruptions. Migration Minister Seema Malhotra assured that the government is collaborating with the EU and ports to ensure a smooth transition to the new system. This initiative comes as the UK has expressed concerns about being unprepared for the changes, which have seen multiple delays since their initial announcement. The EES is expected to come into force on November 10, 2024, replacing traditional passport stamping.