A bomb disposal team made the suspect package 'safe' before allowing for the terminal to reopen, Sussex Police said. Passengers caught up in the disruption are being urged to contact their airlines.
Two people detained during a security incident at Gatwick Airport have been allowed to continue their journeys after a suspect package saw a 'large part' of the South Terminal evacuated. The terminal was closed for hours after the discovery of a 'suspected prohibited item' in a passenger's luggage sparked an emergency response. It reopened at around 3.45pm.
'The South Terminal is reopening to staff and will be open to passengers shortly.' Gatwick said some flights were cancelled while others were delayed. It said passengers should contact their airlines for any updates on flights. Footage on social media taken outside the airport showed crowds of travellers heading away from the terminal building. 'Arrived at London Gatwick for routine connection.
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