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Airports: Crime

Asked by Andrew RosindellReform UKDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 15 June 2026UIN 5886

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps she has taken to work with relevant authorities in addressing crime at British airports.

Answered by Keir Mather

Addressing crime at UK airports is a matter for local policing. The Department for Transport works closely with police and a range of other security authorities at airports to ensure effective aviation security measures are in place. These ensure that the UK retains a world-leading aviation security system and that those travelling on flights from UK airports are safe.

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