§ 48. Mr. Mikardoasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer why the Customs authorities permit bar service to passengers in aircraft held for long periods on the tarmac at London Heathrow Airport but not in the same circumstances at London Gatwick.
§ Mr. HigginsCustoms have made concessions in appropriate circumstances at Heathrow, where air traffic congestion can cause long delays. Until recently, similar delays have not been common at Gatwick, and there has been no justification for similar treatment. But the Customs have recently been asked to review their practice at Gatwick and have this request under consideration.