Foreign nationals face significant challenges entering the UK due to technical issues with the new eVisa system, leading to denied boarding and travel disruptions. The Home Office has extended the validity of expired BRPs until 31 March 2025 to ease the transition.
The Met Office has issued weather warnings for snow and ice across the UK, following Storm Eowyn, with hazardous conditions expected from Friday evening through to Saturday morning.
The Met Office has issued a yellow fog warning impacting several regions in the UK and Ireland, leading to significant travel disruptions. With visibility dropping below 100 metres, many flights at Belfast City Airport have been cancelled or delayed, and drivers are advised to exercise caution due to freezing fog and icy conditions. Storm Conall is exacerbating weather issues across the country, and calls have been made for improved road safety measures following incidents involving school buses.