Changes to entering the UK using EU ID cards

From 1 October 2021, most EU, EEA and Swiss nationals will need to use a valid passport to travel to the UK. ID cards will no longer be accepted as a valid travel document to enter the UK, though some exemptions will apply. 

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    • Heathrow Airport management

    Chief Operating Officer: Chris Garton

    Chris was appointed as Chief Operating Officer in April 2018. Prior to this, Chris held the equivalent role at Dubai Airport, where he played a key role in growing the annual number of passengers over a nine-year period. His most recent role was Director of Asset Management with Associated British Ports and during his career, Chris has also held a number of positions in engineering and change management at Gatwick Airport, Ineos and ICI. He has a first-class degree in Engineering from London’s Imperial College.