Argument at T5 South Security over secondary BP (Marketing/Statistics) scanner
Mar 8, 2018, 5:40 am
#166
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They publish live data and stats of passenger flow, so you can pick the quickest security check any given time. Live data is available on their mobile app as well.
Mar 8, 2018, 6:02 am
#167
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I think the answer is in this thread somewhere (or a similar thread). Apparently positioned around different points in security were bluetooth scanners that could detect any listening bluetooth devices. This meant they could have a reasonably decent idea of when people entered the security area and left.
TfL did a similar trial with WiFi (which is why I'm wondering whether it was a trial at LHR) - the TfL trial was useful in determining the different routes people took between two points.
TfL did a similar trial with WiFi (which is why I'm wondering whether it was a trial at LHR) - the TfL trial was useful in determining the different routes people took between two points.
Mar 8, 2018, 6:27 am
#168
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Mar 8, 2018, 7:53 am
#169
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To add to the lies spun at this secondary scan, I was told it was for my security so they knew where I was in the airport...
To which I replied, if that was true you would need them all over the place... the entrance to every toilet block, when I take the lift to the Transit, when I enter the transit etc.
And why is there only ever this concern when the queues and the wait times are short.
Add the that I have put my phone away in a pocket as I am ready go through security and I am human so only have 2 hands for coat bag etc - I know it is a serious limitation.
To which I replied, if that was true you would need them all over the place... the entrance to every toilet block, when I take the lift to the Transit, when I enter the transit etc.
And why is there only ever this concern when the queues and the wait times are short.
Add the that I have put my phone away in a pocket as I am ready go through security and I am human so only have 2 hands for coat bag etc - I know it is a serious limitation.
Mar 8, 2018, 8:51 am
#170
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As a matter of interest, to what extent are we as passengers obliged to follow the instructions of various uniformed people at LHR ?
I'm guessing the catchall paragraph 3.2.1 of the HAL Byelaws applies, viz.:
"3.21 Obstruction No person shall intentionally obstruct or interfere with the proper use of the Airport or with any person acting in the execution of his duty in relation to the operation of the Airport."
I guess they might argue that directing you to scan your BP again is within the execution of the member of staff's duty. Don't know what sanctions are available to them in the event of non-compliance though...
I'm guessing the catchall paragraph 3.2.1 of the HAL Byelaws applies, viz.:
"3.21 Obstruction No person shall intentionally obstruct or interfere with the proper use of the Airport or with any person acting in the execution of his duty in relation to the operation of the Airport."
I guess they might argue that directing you to scan your BP again is within the execution of the member of staff's duty. Don't know what sanctions are available to them in the event of non-compliance though...
Mar 8, 2018, 9:41 am
#171
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yes...my post has disappeared. don't know why