Its a bloody joke and sums up the UK perfectly. Flight deck visits are still possible on some USA flights. I know, Ive been there!
Most non UK airlines allow it (or at least turn a blind eye) even when in the UK.
This country is a farce. Too many jobsworths and a culture of being seen to be doing something even when its bollocks.
Tankertrashnav, I hope your cousin enjoyed the experience. If it was a UK airline I salute the crew but they were taking a risk. Not with safety but with crossing a farsical and stupid line.
PS. Love the name, VC10's?