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Stunning Scotland: Your Photos from 26 June to 3 July

A collection of stunning photographs from Scotland between 26 June and 3 July, featuring landscapes, wildlife, and local scenes submitted by viewers across the country.

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A white lighthouse stands on a small, rocky island surrounded by shimmering sea. A large seabird flies overhead, while the coastline is viewed from a grassy clifftop in the foreground.

Berlin Airport Warns of Unbearable EU Border Delays This Summer

Berlin Airport warns of up to two-hour queues for non-EU travellers under the EU's new Entry-Exit System, with concerns over delays and missed flights during peak summer travel.

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Passengers wait in long queues at passport control in the departures terminal of Brussels Airport in Brussels, Belgium, on June 29, 2026.

How the EU's New EES System Is Causing Delays for Summer Travelers

The EU's new digital entry and exit system (EES) requires biometric checks causing long delays and missed flights for non-EU travellers this summer.

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A screen in an airport showing a sign for the entry/exit system

BBC Reporter Explores Cardiff Bay Barrage 25 Years After Its Opening

Over 25 years since its opening, the £200m Cardiff Bay Barrage has transformed tidal mudflats into a 200-hectare freshwater lake, creating a vibrant waterfront. BBC Wales's Pete Shuttleworth took a boat tour highlighting the dramatic change.

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Black and white photo of seagulls on a pier by the sea, number 25 visible.

Isle of Skye Faces Challenges from Campervan Tourism Despite Economic Benefits

The Isle of Skye sees over 30,000 campervan trips annually, boosting the economy but raising concerns over litter and waste disposal. Locals urge responsible behaviour, highlighting the need for better facilities and adherence to the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.

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A traditional-style VW campervan parked on a road next to fields and mountains. They are slightly obscured by low cloud, but a rainbow is also visible in the background.

Unused South Scotland Mansion Approved for Holiday Complex Development

Irvine House, a long-unused mansion in south Scotland, has been approved for conversion into a holiday complex featuring 137 lodges, creating jobs and boosting the local economy.

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A computer generated view of an extension to a mansion house in southern Scotland. Part of the building is in granite while another section has a smooth white surface with a blue sky above and green fields in the background

Train Services Suspended as Heatwave Causes Rails to Buckle in Leamington Spa

Train services at Leamington Spa are suspended or delayed due to rails buckling in extreme heat. West Midlands Railway and Network Rail urge passengers to travel only if essential as disruptions continue through Friday.

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A modern dark orange train pictured at about a 45 degree angel. The train is pulling away from an area with overhead brackets and cabling.

Shetland Remains Cool and Overcast Amid UK Heatwave

While the UK experiences a heatwave with record temperatures, Shetland remains cool and overcast, attracting tourists who appreciate its milder summer climate.

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Highland cows in a grassy field near the sea at Haroldswick, Shetland. The sky above is grey.

EU's New Border System May Cause Holiday Delays for Non-EU Travelers

The EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES) requires biometric data from non-EU travellers, causing potential delays at airports and border points this summer. Airlines and authorities advise early arrival as the system undergoes its first peak season.

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People wait at the top of escalators with luggage and checking phones at the Eurostar terminal at St Pancras in London, in December. The Eurostar sign can be seen in the background.

Edinburgh Airport Reopens After Security Alert, Passengers Warned of Delays

Edinburgh airport reopened Saturday after a security alert led to a partial terminal evacuation Friday night. Passengers are warned of ongoing delays as operations normalize.

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File photo of people walking through Edinburgh Airport

Highland Council to Collaborate with Tourism Industry on New Visitor Levy

Highland Council plans to collaborate with the tourism industry to co-design a visitor levy after pausing a 5% tourist tax proposal amid concerns. New regulations from July will allow various levy options, with fresh consultations planned.

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Getty Images A view across fields to the village of Ullapool and its white-walled properties to Loch Broom and hills and mountains on the opposite shore. It is a bright, sunny day.

Concept Design Planned for New Glenfinnan Visitor Centre to Enhance Experience

Architects will design a new visitor centre at Glenfinnan, where Bonnie Prince Charlie rallied supporters in 1745. The National Trust for Scotland aims to improve facilities amid rising visitor numbers, working with the local community on integrated visitor management solutions.

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Getty Images Glenfinnan Monument is a tower-like structure with a statue on top of it. The monument is surrounded by mountains and hills with Loch Shiel in the background. The scene is under a beautiful blue sky.