Elsewhere, Pontins is facing an investigation over alleged discrimination against travellers, while Qatar Airways’ dispute with Airbus reaches the courts.

Here is our final round-up of the week of the key travel headlines making the national press on Friday 27 May.

Airport boss warns staffing levels will not recover until late summer

The boss of Birmingham airport says staff numbers are still "about 15% short of where we need to be", due to security clearance and training taking 10-12 weeks. Nick Barton said: “In terms of getting ourselves back to normal fully, probably September, October.” He added this should not deter passengers. (Sky News)

Pontins investigated over discrimination

The Equality and Human Rights Commission is investigating Pontins over concerns it may be discriminating against gypsies and travellers. It came after a whistle-blower said it had been using an "undesirable guests" list on its intranet excluding surnames that could be from these groups. (BBC news)

Wales to drop final Covid restrictions

The final remaining Covid restrictions are expected to be lifted in Wales on Monday, the government has said. Most measures were removed in March, but some, like self-isolation for five days following a positive test, remain. (Sky News)

Judge blocks Qatar Airways request in Airbus row

Airbus can continue deliveries of the A350 to Qatar Airways despite alleged paint defects, a UK judge has ruled. Qatar stopped taking A350 orders after a paint fault left lightning protection exposed. Airbus dismissed the defect as aesthetic, but the airline is seeking $1 billion damages. (City AM)