- Heathrow Airport criticizes UK government for not reinstating VAT-free shopping for foreign visitors
- Business leaders also concerned about other measures affecting aviation industry competitiveness
- Challenges include £10 fee for transiting passengers, proposed increase in business rates, and electronic travel authorisation scheme
- Despite increase in passengers and flight activity, Heathrow remains critical of government policies
- Government upholds VAT policy despite calls for restoration from business leaders
- Aviation industry concerned about regulatory environment and calls for policy reforms to support resilience and global connectivity
Source: bmmagazine.co.uk
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