The head of Ryanair says the EU’s entry-exit system (EES) has been a “shambles,” pointing to disruption for some travellers since its launch. The system is intended to strengthen border management, but reports from outlets describe long queues at points of entry and delays that, in some cases, leave passengers missing flights.
The Independent and Yahoo UK News both report the criticism from Ryanair chief executive Michael O’Leary. While the articles focus on the operational impact on travellers, they also reflect the wider debate over how quickly the new border process is settling and whether the rollout is meeting expectations. The sources converge on the theme that the EES has created practical difficulties at travel hubs, at least during certain periods and locations.
Neither outlet presents detailed technical assessments in the excerpts provided, and the differing angles mainly relate to emphasis: one stresses the risk of travellers missing flights, while the other highlights the broader claim of disorder at the system level. Overall, both sources describe similar concerns about delays and crowding linked to the new process.
