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Test changes come at 'critical time', say industry leaders

Operators
Gary Noakes
5 January 2022

Industry leaders have hailed the changes to testing requirements in England as a crucial boost to the peak booking period.

Alison Earnshaw, managing director of World Travel Holdings (WTH), said pre-departure testing remained a barrier to customers

Tim Alderslade, Airlines UK chief executive, said: “This is a hugely welcome move at a critical time in the booking season for passengers, and will provide a massive boost to those wanting to travel abroad or come to the UK this year.

"People will now be able to book knowing that – for the fully vaccinated – all emergency testing restrictions have been removed. 
 
“Today marks an important step towards learning to live alongside the virus, helping passengers and the travel sector look ahead to what will be an all-important spring and summer season.”


Kirsten Hughes, Travel Counsellors UK managing director, hailed “fantastic news”.