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IT Failure Collapses Passport Control at Madrid-Barajas T4S, Causing Flight Chaos

IT Failure Collapses Passport Control at Madrid-Barajas T4S, Causing Flight Chaos

A software crash shut down passport control in Barajas’ T4S on 5 February, creating kilometre-long queues and causing passengers to miss flights. The issue was fixed within hours after 250 extra police were deployed, but it exposes vulnerabilities as Spain upgrades to biometric border controls.

Feb 6, 2026
Talks Fail to Halt 9-11 February National Rail Strike, Threatening Business Travel Across Spain

Talks Fail to Halt 9-11 February National Rail Strike, Threatening Business Travel Across Spain

Rail unions will stage a nationwide strike from 9-11 February after talks with the government collapsed on 5 February. Despite mandatory service levels, up to one-third of trains will be cancelled, likely disrupting business travel ahead of major events.

Feb 6, 2026
Government Sets Minimum Rail Services; HuffPost Publishes Detailed Timetables for Travellers

Government Sets Minimum Rail Services; HuffPost Publishes Detailed Timetables for Travellers

An official resolution guarantees up to 75 % of commuter and 73 % of high-speed services during the 9-11 February rail strike. HuffPost España has published the exact train numbers, enabling companies to revise itineraries and advise staff.

Feb 6, 2026

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