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Are all UK airports private?
Most major UK airports are privately owned, including those mentioned in the story like Gatwick and Stansted. This means they operate as businesses, aiming to make a profit. Airports UK highlighted this need for income from fees, like the drop-off charges, to support their operations and investments.
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