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Guidance to consumers impacted by Heathrow Airport incident– 21 March 2025

Heathrow Airport is closed today due to a fire at a nearby electrical substation, affecting the supply of power to its terminals. Unfortunately, this means that today’s flights to and from the airport have been cancelled. The knock-on effect may also lead to delays and further cancellations over the weekend.

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  1. Guidance to consumers impacted by Heathrow Airport incident– 21 March 2025
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  2. Commercial pilot fined after RAF intercepted flight
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  3. London Luton Airport hosts local Accessibility Day as 17% national increase* in number of disabled flyers 
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