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Raven Fox: "UK landside retailers tell RavenFox.com they are confused and concerned at remaining in business under strict security

Landside retailers across the UK's regional airports are either closing shops or remaining open under stricter rules imposed by the Department for Transport and individual airports.
A retailer at Liverpool John Lennon airport's landside facility said he was shocked at the way the airport was refusing to place signs on the concourse advising passengers not to purchase goods unless they are able to place them inside suitcases before checking in.
'The airport has told us that if we want to put our own signs out, that's up to us. The airport is overcrowded with signs and so the retail department is refusing to place any more information for passengers.
'But we also aren't being told what to expect,' he said. All but two of the landside outlets have closed at the facility. The airport was unavailable for comment.
Health and beauty retailer Boots told RavenFox.com 'Where possible our shops are open and we're taking a steer from the airports on the situation, although the small airports seem to be more meticulous on their security measures at the moment.
'We know that many passengers will be feeling anxious and concerned at this time and we're committed to doing all we can to help. Our airport stores will be open for 24 hours where necessary, and we'll be giving away any essential items that passengers need while they wait, such as nappies, wipes, baby formula and food as well as essential healthcare items. Our pharmacists are also working across stores to make sure we can supply passengers with any emergency supplies of prescription-only medicines that are needed, and our healthcare teams will be on hand to give healthcare advice or help to anyone waiting for their flights.'
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