The report, titled UK Aviation: reform for take-off, recommended action across international travel restrictions, consumer rights, domestic air connectivity, sustainable aviation, airport slots, Heathrow price control review and action to combat the summer airport disruption.
Calls to give the CAA more upfront powers so it can better protect passenger flights and rights have been "noted" but no update offered on when the government might deliver.
Govt's aviation response is 'cold comfort' for travellers, says Merriman
Government
Will Payne
11 July 2022
The government’s response to the Transport Committee’s report on aviation has been labelled as a "missed opportunity for the protection of consumers and the industry" by committee chair, Huw Merriman.
Merriman chaired parliament's transport committee during the pandemic
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