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<p>The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is the economic regulator of Heathrow under
the Civil Aviation Act 2012, independent of government. The CAA published its consultation
on Final Proposals for the H7 price control period (2022-26) on 28 June on 2022. The
consultation will run for six weeks, closing on 9 August. A final decision is expected
in the Autumn.</p><p> </p><p>The CAA has proposed a cap on the per passenger charge
that is on average £24.50 (2020 prices). The charge will start higher and reduce each
year as passenger numbers recover.</p><p> </p><p>The CAA’s Final Proposals have been
further developed from its Initial Proposals in October 2021, since when it has: engaged
extensively with stakeholders including the airport and its airlines and assessed
their consultation responses; updated its evidence base; commissioned further independent
expert advice; and updated its own analysis.</p><p> </p><p>International connectivity
is vital for connecting people and businesses, facilitating tourism and trade, with
Heathrow as the UK’s only hub airport a fundamental part of that; and no one wants
to see prices at Heathrow Airport rise any more than is necessary. Ultimately though,
decisions on routes and fares remain a commercial matter for the airlines.</p><p><strong>
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