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Roll-out begins for passport-free airport e-gates
The UK government has launched a new contactless e-gate system at East Midlands Airport, allowing passengers to enter the country without physically presenting their passports. The system utilizes advanced facial recognition technology to verify identity against immigration databases. Officials report that the technology is up to 25% faster than traditional passport scanning methods. The nationwide rollout is expected to be completed across all UK airports by early 2027, aiming to streamline the arrival process while maintaining border security.