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UK airports are cashing in on drop-offs—three-quarters now charge for quick “kiss and fly” spots, with prices up 30% on average. Gatwick and Stansted hit £10 for 10 minutes, while London City went from free to the most expensive per minute. Only four airports remain free, and critics argue it’s unfair to exploit travelers, especially since major global hubs like Dubai and Istanbul don’t charge. While airports say fees fund operations and tackle congestion, the RAC pushes back, noting free drop-off zones work elsewhere. An amendment to the Civil Aviation Bill may soon review these fees, sparking debate over whether privately owned UK airports should profit from a basic, kind gesture.

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