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Aviation Banning Orders (Disruptive Passengers)
24 May 2023
Lead MP
Gareth Johnson
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Gareth Johnson raised concerns about aviation banning orders (disruptive passengers) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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Mr Johnson argues for the necessity of prohibiting disruptive passengers from flying, highlighting increasing violent incidents on aeroplanes and advocating for court orders to prevent such individuals from boarding planes. He points out that similar prohibitions exist for other forms of transport but not for aviation despite its unique risks due to confined spaces. The Bill aims to empower courts to issue bans based on conviction or police application, helping protect cabin crew and passengers while deterring violent behaviour.
Gareth Johnson
Con
Dartford
Violent incidents on aeroplanes are rare but increasing. Mr Johnson suggests that people should be banned from flying if they become violent, similar to how driving bans and football banning orders work. He emphasises the need for courts to intervene as airlines cannot share information about passengers who have been banned by one airline with others.
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