- 16/01/2026
- Posted by: Amanda Hack MP
- Category: News
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I recently spoke in Parliament about the drop-off charges at East Midlands Airport and the wider problem across the UK. Now I want to hear your feedback on this issue.
East Midlands Airport is a huge asset to our region, but for many travellers there is no realistic alternative to travelling by car. The nearest train station is a 10-minute drive away, the bus from East Midlands Parkway is on-demand only, and if you’re travelling with children, luggage, or at unsociable hours, public transport just isn’t always practical.
With these limited choices:
91% of passengers travel by car
You can’t pay at the airport — only online or by phone later
Forget once, and you could face a £100 fineThis system feels stacked against ordinary people. It assumes everyone has the time, tech and headspace to remember to pay later, often after an early-morning or late-night drop-off, and offers no reminders.
That doesn’t feel like good consumer protection.
I’ve raised this directly with the airport asking for simple solutions like:
A pay machine A QR code inside the terminal (so those dropped off can pay onsite) Fairer time limits and remindersSo far, those requests have been refused.
Now I want to hear your thoughts and experiences on this issue.
Please let me have your feedback, not just of drop off charges at EMA but other UK airports too.
You can complete my survey here: https://www.amandahack.com/…/airport-drop-off-charges…/
*Update 26th January*
Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete my survey or leave a comment with feedback on their experiences of Airport Drop Off Charges.
I have now written to East Midlands Airport urging them to make changes to ensure the system is fairer and easier to navigate for everyone.
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