Heathrow begins permanent job cuts after UK imposes quarantine

London Heathrow airport said it has begun cutting front-line jobs after a recovery in passenger numbers was delayed by Britain’s introduction of a quarantine rule for incoming travelers.

Europe’s busiest airport has begun to restructure after agreeing a voluntary severance plan with unions, it said in a statement Thursday. The hub has already eliminated a third of management posts.

“Throughout this crisis, we have tried to protect front line jobs, but this is no longer sustainable,” Chief Executive Officer John Holland-Kaye said in the release. “While we cannot rule out further job reductions, we will continue to explore options to minimize the number.”