Cloud1 from Cloud9
Only the British would be stupid enough to accept passport control between Cornwall and West Sussex.
The Yanks would be arguing "This is against our democratic rights, get out of here", much of the EU don't travel inter EU country with passports because there is no requirement for it, but between Cornwall and West Sussex you're suggesting that passengers need a passport to get airside?
Are you familiar with the landscape of St. Mawgan airfield, that if one wanted to "mess" with it the last thing one would need to do is transit through the terminal building?
It's a case of the modern day "jobsworth" mentality whereas they dictate a requirement whilst little do they realise that what they are dictating is actually unlawful ... I have a similar problem where I am with the local council.