Two Scottish airports defy alcohol call

After the UK government said it might act to restrict alcohol sales at UK airports, both Edinburgh and Glasgow airports in Scotland have rejected calls from airlines for a halt to early-morning liquor sales.


Aviation minister Lord Ahmad had said restrictions could be applied to the opening hours of airport bars.


A code of practice covering 'disruptive passengers' (those who are drunk on aircraft or intoxicated before boarding) already has been implemented after collaboration between airlines, airports, police and retailers.


It includes airport shops advising passengers not to drink alcohol they have purchased before or during their flight, and staff in bars and restaurants trained to limit or stop the sale of alcohol if they are concerned about disruptive behaviour.

Two Scottish airports defy alcohol call

After the UK government said it might act to restrict alcohol sales at UK airports, both Edinburgh and Glasgow airports in Scotland have rejected calls from airlines for a halt to early-morning liquor sales.


Aviation minister Lord Ahmad had said restrictions could be applied to the opening hours of airport bars.


A code of practice covering 'disruptive passengers' (those who are drunk on aircraft or intoxicated before boarding) already has been implemented after collaboration between airlines, airports, police and retailers.


It includes airport shops advising passengers not to drink alcohol they have purchased before or during their flight, and staff in bars and restaurants trained to limit or stop the sale of alcohol if they are concerned about disruptive behaviour.