French customs refused to grant access to the material on grounds of national security.

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Police, the security services, the new National Crime Agency and HM Revenue and Customs would be able to access the data, but the draft Communications Data Bill also gives the Home Secretary the power to extend access to others, such as the UK Border Agency.

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Then, after what Gurganus predicted would be "easy access out the door of customs with your luggage, " Carnival will try to take care of its passengers on land.

CNN: Befouled cruise ship scheduled for Thursday docking

Then, after what Gurganus predicted would be "easy access out the door of customs with your luggage, " about 200 Carnival employees will try to take care of its passengers on land.

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