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Written question asked by Greg Smith (Conservative) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Airports: Security

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what guidance her Department issues to UK airports and ground handling operators on identifying and reporting suspected malicious interference with aircraft while on the ground.

Answer

UK aviation security regulations and associated guidance require all persons with access to airport security restricted areas and aircraft within those areas to undertake general security awareness training. Safety and security at airports is the responsibility of airports and all other organisations that operate on the site.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
21824
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Airports Security
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk