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UK airports are charging more for drop-offs—three-quarters now levy fees, with some hitting £10 for just ten minutes. London City, once free, now tops the list at £8 per five minutes. Only a handful of airports remain fee-free. Critics argue it’s unfair, especially since global hubs like Dubai and Shanghai don’t charge, and missed payments can cost £100. Parliament is considering reforms, while airports defend the fees as essential for managing congestion, pollution, and funding operations—claiming they’re privately run and taxed commercially. The debate rages on as travelers brace for higher costs.

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