Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 73367

Airports: Fire Prevention

Tabled: 29 August 2025
Answered: 8 September 2025

Question

Mr Andrew Snowden

Conservative — Fylde

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions she has had with the Civil Aviation Authority on the adequacy of fire safety infrastructure at airports.

Answer

Simon Lightwood
UK aviation operates in the private sector. It is therefore the responsibility of industry to ensure appropriate contingency plans are in place to ensure safety and minimise potential disruption. My officials will continue to regularly engage with the CAA...
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