Airport Drop-off Charges

Debate between Valerie Vaz and Yasmin Qureshi
Tuesday 13th January 2026

(1 week ago)

Westminster Hall
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I thank my hon. Friend for that helpful clarification. His serious point is one that I think a lot of people here would agree with, and I am sure the Minister has heard his appeal for a train line from his area to Manchester.

The cost of a taxi plus a forecourt fee can push travel beyond what many families can afford. With modest regulation, better design and a willingness to learn from our European neighbours, we can manage traffic without turning airport forecourts into what feels like a penalty for helping someone we care about.