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Louise Haigh, tax hikes and the 'B' word – seven takeaways from Abta Travel Matters

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Sophie Griffiths
5 December 2024

Labour’s approach to travel, ongoing Brexit frustrations and the industry’s response to the climate crisis took centre stage at Abta’s latest Travel Matters conference in London this week (Tuesday 3 December).

Labour’s approach to travel, Brexit frustrations and the climate crisis were all top of the agenda at the latest Abta Travel Matters (Credit: iStock)

Nearly 10 years on from the referendum, Brexit continues to have wide-reaching implications for travel and how the country is governed. But could the new(ish) Labout government take a different approach to the EU? And if so, what might this mean for the travel industry?

Meanwhile, the conference was interrupted by a protest as a Peta activist took to the stage to demand Tui stop selling marine parks. But are the actions of these animal rights protesters actually having an impact? 

Here are TTG’s key takeaways from the event.