Anyone panning a foreign holiday over the Easter break is being warned to expect delays at the airport. The Airport Operators Association (AOA) has warned staff shortages due to recruitment problems and Covid absences could mean longer queues.
The AOA represents most airports in the UK. Chief Executive Karen Dee said: “Airports have been preparing for this for some time, but at peak times passengers may not have the experience they are used to.
"Airports are working hard to recruit more staff in a very competitive labour market and are working with the UK government to resolve any delays in the necessary checks before staff can start work. For many passengers this will be the first time they have travelled abroad since the beginning of the pandemic and the processes required may seem unfamiliar. The advice airports (and airlines) are issuing should help ensure passengers are as prepared as they can be.
