Border Force misses non-EU targets

The Border Force failed to meet its targets for getting non-EU passport holders through immigration at all Heathrow Airport terminals last month, according to figures from airport operator BAA.

But the targets were met for EU passport holders despite the long queues that built up at the west London airport at times during the month.

The figures were released on BAA's website and come after the Government admitted the Border Force needs to change the way it operates.