Stephen Farrant my point stands. Flying is better and you will have a better chance. Don't let a bit of inconvenience be your downfall. Go for longer, enjoy another country.
Stephen Farrant yes they have, and they are enforcing them more rigorously now. If you have only done it once each year for the last 3 years you may be ok - but again it depends on the IO on the day - no one here can tell you otherwise
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