Airlines: Takeovers
Commons · Question 24461 · Tabled 28 Aug 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 8 Sep 2026
Question
Asked by Chris Coghlan
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of public interest powers to assess the potential impact of changes in overseas ownership of major UK airlines like EasyJet on national transport infrastr
Answer
Answered by Keir Mather, 8 Sep 2026
The Government recognises the importance of easyJet as a major UK airline, supporting connectivity, regional economies, employment and consumer choice. As these are live commercial discussions between private parties, it would not be appropriate for Gover...