OK,
we flew back last night.
We didnt go straight to the gate as my wife had an accident whilst we were in Calis (that's another story) and so needed a "fit to fly" note - I expected this may be an issue if we went straight to the gate.
However, after queuing, at check in, we were told we needn't have bothered and should have gone straight to the gate as we had no bags. Even the Fit to Fly note would only be wanted at the boarding gate.
So - if you are with EJ, and have boarding passes, and no bags to check - head straight to the gate.
Ian