how accs operate
The Government expects all airports to communicate openly and effectively with their local communities and users of the airport about the impact of their operations and future development. ACCs are a well-established way in which airports can engage with key stakeholders in the local area and beyond. The Department for Transport has produced Guidelines to assist airports and those involved in establishing, running and participating in the work of ACCs.
The sharing of best practice and information between ACCs is strongly encouraged by the Government and for the larger airports the Guidelines have identified UKACCs as an ideal way to do this.
Sharing Practice, Ideas and Experience
At its Annual Meeting in November 2025, UKACCs launched its “Practical Guide for Airport Consultative Committees – Sharing Practice, Ideas and Experience”. This new Guide complements the Department for Transport Guidelines and provides practical examples and ideas aimed at facilitating effective and constructive meetings, promoting transparency and inclusiveness within ACCs. The Guide explicitly states that there is no “one size fits all” solution for ACCs and that it should not be interpreted as prescriptive requirements or official guidance. Instead, it serves as a collection of advisory concepts and illustrative examples. Click here to see the new Guide.
Although UKACCs meets annually, member ACCs continue to discuss and share issues of common interest throughout the year via the UKACCs Secretariat.