There are so many stolen passports around now that there is a need to examine the document closely especially the rear to make sure that the real photo has not been cut out and replaced. That is why the passport needs to be handed over sans folder.
As for the EU sticker, a really good idea, especially as the British overseas representation is so awful.
Especially in the more remote regions a person will get better treatment, representation, and help from a French or especially a German embassy official than from a useless British representative.
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