UK Government
AOA calls for government support after travel corridor closure
The industry is in desperate need of monetary relief to stay afloat, says the industry association
EasyJet cuts capacity – and blames government
In light of recent changes to the government’s quarantine rules, the low-cost carrier expects to operate less than 40% of planned capacity in the fourth quarter
Spain Loses 60 Flights from UK in 24 Hours
Addition of the country onto UK Government's quarantine list has immediate impact on aviation sector
Ryanair, BA and easyJet Launch Joint Legal Action Over Quarantine Measures
Three of Europe’s largest airlines have launched legal action against the UK government over its “flawed” 14-day quarantine measures.
IAG Chief Threatens Legal Action Over Quarantine Rules
Willie Walsh, the chief executive of British Airways’ parent IAG, has said the group is considering taking legal action over the government’s mandatory quarantine for passengers arriving into the UK.
Aviation Industry Blasts Quarantine Plans Ahead of Launch Next Week
The home secretary, Priti Patel has confirmed to MPs that the government’s 14-day quarantine plans will come into force on Monday (June 8) as planned. Speaking in the Commons this afternoon, Patel said that the country is “now more vulnerable to infections being brought in from abroad”.
Transport Minister Grilled by MPs Over BA Job Losses
UK transport minister, Kelly Tolhurst has said the Job Retention Scheme (JRS) was “not designed” to allow companies to put their workers on furlough, only to then serve them with a notice of redundancy.
UK Government Confirms Quarantine Measures
At today’s Downing Street press briefing, Priti Patel, the UK’s home secretary announced quarantine measures set to be introduced at the country’s border to protect against a second wave of COVID-19.
Flybe Collapse: Reaction from Westminster and Beyond
Flybe’s collapse has prompted mixed response from the UK government, unions and investors. We review the key comment and insight from this emerging story.