The association said the figures “reveal the devastating impact” of travel restrictions on the sector as it once again urged government to provide dedicated financial support.
As additional restrictions came into force on Tuesday (7 December), most notably the reintroduction of pre-departure testing, Abta warned the measures “could tip some companies over the edge” unless the government stepped in to help.
Chief executive Mark Tanzer said ministers “should be looking to soften the blow” after tightening travel restrictions by providing financial support in the shape of grants and the return of furlough for travel staff.
