Not an urban legend-Watch out for those stowaways or you could be paying.

[Corradobrit]

So much for border control

Essex couple fined £1,500 after migrant hid on motorhome

The pair are given a £1,500 penalty after finding the young man once they arrived home in Essex.

www.bbc.com

 

[Ch1pbutty]

Another reason not to have a bike rack cover!

 

[PJT1966]

The moral is, if you find someone stashed away in your van, let them go or face a fine.

 

[WelshGas]

At the EU ports I've used there were enough signs asking you to check your vehicle for stowaways.
Of course Border Control could stop and search ALL vehicles - just be prepared for significant delays.
It's all a balance. Quick transit then vehicle owners have to check.

 

[Corradobrit]

Thermal imaging detectors should not delay things much.

 

[KevH]

I reckon I might notice if there was a stowaway on board