Aviation Banning Orders (Disruptive Passengers) Bill

Key Points

• Creates a new tool called an Aviation Banning Order, issued by a court, to ban individuals from flying.
• Describes who can be targeted and the circumstances in which orders can be made (disruptive behaviour on flights).
• Sets out how orders are enforced and the consequences for breaching an order.
• Involves airlines, airports and law enforcement in implementing the ban.
• Intended to contribute to safer air travel and reduce disruptive incidents.

Progress

The bill is at the first reading in the House of Commons, the initial stage of consideration. It has yet to proceed to detailed scrutiny in committee and publication of the full bill text.