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Friday, 4 December 2020

Cars dropping people at Heathrow may have to pay £5 to do so

The airport says that it wants to prevent a “car led” recovery from the effects of the pandemic.

It could be brought in by the end of 2021, depending on consultations with stakeholders.

Passenger numbers have dropped 80% due to the pandemic.

Heathrow Director of Surface Access Tony Caccavone said: 

“The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic have been severe, especially on the aviation industry with Heathrow passenger numbers down over 80% and the business losing £5m a day. 

These changes will help us to protect the business financially and save jobs in the short term, whilst also allowing us to stay on track for our long-term goals of providing safe, sustainable and affordable transport options into the future.” 

posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:05 am