Manchester Airport has signed up to a new initiate designed to give holidaymakers parking up cars ahead of getaways greater peace of mind.
Announcing the news, airport bosses said 'rogue' traders in the car parking industry have long caused misery for passengers, as well as landowners.
The International Parking Community (IPC) - a leading trade association dedicated to promoting best practices and high standards within the private parking sector - has launched its Accredited Airport Parking Provider (AAPP) scheme.
Manchester Airport said today it has become the first UK airport to adopt the scheme, saying it was 'leading the charge in combatting unethical practices and providing its passengers with greater security and peace of mind'. READ MORE: Rogue traders who advertise plots of land for parking and charge fees without offering vehicle security, added airport bosses, have 'tarnished the reputation of airport parking', a spokesman said.