Heathrow Airport accuses UK government of hampering global connectivity due to fees and tax-free shopping measures.

Heathrow Airport accuses the UK government of "curtailing the UK's global connectivity" due to measures like a £10 fee for some transiting passengers and refusal to resume tax-free shopping for international visitors. The electronic travel authorisation (ETA) scheme, which costs £10, has been introduced for people entering or transiting through the UK without legal residence or a visa. Heathrow calls for the government to support UK aviation's ability to compete globally.

May 13, 2024
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