UK airports warning as 'holidays could be ruined'

Holidays could be "ruined" this summer, according to a campaign that's in place across more than 20 UK airports. Travellers are being urged to "fly responsibly" or risk "paying the price", by a Government-endorsed movement.

Ahead of what is expected to be a busy summer for flights, the One Too Many campaign reminds those with boarding passes that if you consume too much alcohol at the airport, you could be hit with serious penalties. Posters read: "One too many is all it takes to ruin a holiday, cause a delay, land YOU in jail, cancel a flight, [and/or] divert a plane".

If a traveller was to cause a flight disruption, they could also be denied boarding, hit with a lifetime ban from the airline, or fined up to £80,000 if causing a mid-air incident caused a plane to be diverted. One Too Many campaign assets are in place at over 20 UK airports including London Gatwick, London Heathrow, Manchester, Newcastle International, Liverpool John Lennon and Bristol.

Karen Dee, Chief Executive of the Airport Operators Association, said: "UK airports are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable travel experience for all passengers. We urge travellers to enjoy their journeys responsibly and not ruin their holidays or the holidays of others.

"Airports will continue to monitor and act against any disruptive behaviour to ensure everyone's safety."

The One Too Many campaign first launched in 2018, with government support, including endorsements from the Department for Transport and the Home Office.