Government

Govt promises fewer delays and less pollution with airspace revamp

Department for Transport opens consultation on biggest shake-up of airspace use for 70 years in a bid to cut congestion and pollution

Frantic fortnight of travel firm sales expected ahead of Budget

Company owners are racing against the clock to seal mergers and acquisitions ahead of the Budget on 30 October and expected tax rises, observers say

‘Positives’ for travel in new govt's first 100 days, says Abta

While the travel association warned of potential downsides to come in the Budget, it added the industry could draw some positives from the new government’s first 100 days

Why budget holidays and green taxes don’t mix – plus five other travel talking points

Delegates at the Abta Convention heard how important it is to have a collaborative approach when tackling the pressing issues facing travel today

Tui would like govt to 'do more' ahead of EU border rules roll-out

Neil Swanson insisted the operator is fully focused on helping customers arriving into EU destinations after the scheduled EES roll-out on 10 November

Lundgren: SAF mandate could 'wipe out' easyJet's profitability

The SAF mandate will force airlines to use a mix of sustainable fuel from next year at 2% of the total UK jet fuel demand which the government expects to raise fares by £4

'Hundreds' of Abta members still seeking 'clarity' on new EU border rules

The association is putting on two coach trips to the Port of Dover for members to hear about the preparations for the rollout in the coming weeks

Youth mobility 'part of UK government's blueprint to reset EU relationship'

The government has appeared to flip-flop on youth mobility during the summer but the subject will be discussed in talks between Sir Keir Starmer and the European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday (2 October)

'Don't price ordinary people out of travel,' Jet2 chief Steve Heapy warns new govt

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays held a fringe event at Labour’s annual conference, outlining what it wants from the new government and warning it not to penalise the holidays of ’hard working families’

Govt urged to place aviation 'at the heart of its economic blueprint for the UK'

Manchester Airports Group chief Ken O’Toole says billions at risk if the sector isn’t prioritised in the government’s new industrial strategy

Aito spells out concerns over new EU border rules and backs calls for discretion

Aito members have voiced their concerns to the FCDO about the upcoming European Entry-Exit System introduction, saying discretion must be used at peak times to avoid long delays

Updated: EU reportedly ready to delay new biometric border rules again

France, Germany and the Netherlands are understood to have told the EU’s home affairs commissioner they won’t be ready to implement the new Entry-Exit System in full on the proposed 10 November launch date

'Brexit will deprive a generation of the invaluable, life-long skills travel can teach'

’Our industry, and the UK itself, will be much worse off as a result of no longer having access to such a resourceful young talent pool,’ writes Noel Josephides for TTG on the impacts of Brexit on the travel industry

Advantage chief: ‘We export people, not economic growth – that stays here’

Julia Lo Bue-Said says the travel industry has an opportunity to make a better case for itself under a new government, and spell out to MPs how its economic contribution is primarily in the UK – not overseas

UK reveals start dates for Electronic Travel Authorisation regime

The Home Office has confirmed the start dates for its Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme for visitors to the UK who do not need visas

Air fares to rise by £4-£10 due to sustainable fuels, minister says

Transport minister Mike Kane tells MPs the sector’s transition to sustainable aviation fuels will mean fares rising by between £4 and £10 over the next 15 years

Mark Tanzer: 'The signs are that Labour understands our industry'

Abta’s chief executive tells TTG’s James Chapple why the industry has a more positive message to spread post-Covid, and why he’s looking forward to working with the new government

Abta to host conference call to help members navigate new EU border rules

The call on 24 September will feature representatives from the Department for Transport and Foreign Office

Prime minister plays down prospect of EU youth mobility scheme

Sir Keir Starmer has ruled out seeking an immediate deal with the EU for 18 to 30-year-olds to work in Europe and to let EU nationals work in the UK, in a blow to the travel industry

Govt pledges £10 million to smooth transition to new EU border rules

£3.5 million pledges each to the Port of Dover, Eurostar at St Pancras and Eurotunnel at Folkestone to guard against ’excessive queues’ when the EU Entry-Exit System comes into effect in November

Travel facing race against time to get ready for new EU border rules

For many travellers, 10 November will be the day Brexit gets real; TTG explores the ins and outs of the new EU border rules set to take affect in November

Govt hints at restoring right for under-30s to work in EU travel jobs

The UK government is keen to open talks with Brussels about granting under 30s the right to work in the EU, with reciprocal arrangements for UK businesses to attract EU staff.

Sri Lanka scraps tourist visa fees for 2024/25 winter season

The destination will allow visa-free entry to visitors from the UK this winter in a bid to boost its tourism industry, saving couples around £76

Clia to host agent webinar ahead of new EU border rules taking effect

The trade body will welcome its agent members to hear about updates on the EU’s Entry-Exit System (EES) and the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) at the 16 September webinar