The UK government is exploring proposals for a national airline blacklist that could prevent abusive, violent or persistently disruptive passengers from flying with any carrier. The move comes as airlines report rising levels of bad behaviour during peak holiday periods and push for tougher measures

Officials are war-gaming the creation of a national 'blacklist' amid soaring 'air rage' attacks on plane crews and fellow holidaymakers.

For the cabin crews facing danger and abuse, as well as fliers who simply want a safe, relaxing journey, a clampdown on shocking behaviour on passenger aircraft cannot come too…