The lack of support afforded by the UK government to international travel and tourism businesses “remains disappointingly out of scope” with the “heavy toll” suffered by the sector throughout the pandemic.
That was the view of the Confederation of British Industry’s (CBI) chief economist, after chancellor Rishi Sunak snubbed the travel sector as he announced a £1bn package for hospitality on Tuesday (21 December).
The CBI’s Rain Newton-Smith said Sunak had created “welcome breathing space” for hospitality and leisure companies through the winter but criticised his lack of financial aid for travel firms.
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