Glasgow airport will increase the fees charged to drivers when they are dropping off passengers.

Glasgow Airport will increase the fee charged to drivers when they drop off passengers at the airport. From Tuesday 3 February, the charge at Glasgow will increase by £1 to £7 for a 15 minute drop-off period. AGS Airports also operates Aberdeen Airport where the price will go up from £5.50 to £7.

A spokesperson said: "It is important to keep in mind that there is always a free alternative where customers can park for up to one hour.

"These are located in our long stay car parks, and passengers can use a free, on-demand shuttle service to and from the terminal."

"The pick-up and drop-off areas are intended for short visits of up to 15 minutes only.

"We would encourage anyone who thinks they may be longer to use the free alternative or our short-stay car park. Valid Blue Badge holders continue to receive 30 minutes free in our short-stay car park."

Glasgow Airport's Pick up & Drop-off areas are located directly outside the main terminal building in the terminal multi-storey. The airport’s website warns that this is a “very congested area and is only suited for a conveniently close and quick pick up or drop off.”

It also states: “If drivers choose to stay in the Express Drop-off for longer than 15 minutes, they will pay a premium charge on exit.”

The airport also advises that the Long Stay car park can be used free of charge for up to one hour with a free shuttle bus service to the terminal building.