Flying High Once More: Emergency Flight Restrictions Over Bloomsbury, London, Lifted

In a swift move by the UK government, the skies above Bloomsbury, London, are open again for aviation activities. At precisely 2:10 p.m. on July 10, 2025, the Secretary of State for Transport, Karen L Michaels, signed off on the Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Bloomsbury, London) (Emergency) (Revocation) Regulations 2025, lifting the emergency restrictions that had been in place.

The original restrictions were imposed as a precautionary measure under the Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Bloomsbury, London) (Emergency) Regulations 2025. However, with the situation now deemed secure and the emergency conditions resolved, the government has decided these restrictions are no longer necessary in the public interest.

This revocation, effective immediately, allows normal air traffic to resume in the area, much to the relief of airlines and pilots operating in and out of London. The decision was made under the authority granted by article 239 of the Air Navigation Order 2016, showcasing the government's responsive approach to aviation safety and public interest.

Whether you're a frequent flyer, an airline operator, or a London resident, this change marks a return to normalcy in the skies above Bloomsbury. Keep an eye out for any further developments as the Department for Transport continues to monitor the situation closely.