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<p>Wait times in airports can be caused by a number of factors, not just related to
resourcing. This includes all mandated border security activity, the volume of immigration
case working, additional support and checks in relation to Covid-19, and specific
security activity.</p><p>Our teams seek to balance this range of tasking each day.
Whilst mindful of passenger wait times and experience, our primary objective is to
ensure the security of the border</p><p>Like all public services operating throughout
this unprecedented global pandemic, there have been additional pressures placed on
Border Force and the safety of the public and our staff remains our priority.</p><p>Resource
and staffing requirements at every port, including Heathrow, are continually reviewed
by Border Force working with airport operators including Heathrow Airport Ltd. Resources
are deployed flexibly as and when they are required.</p>
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