Red list changes welcome but more action needed to support UK aviation

Commenting on the announcement that all remaining countries will be removed from the red list, Chair of the APPG for the Future of Aviation Henry Smith MP said:  

“Whilst the removal of the red list countries is a welcome move, that we are maintaining such a high level of restrictions on international travel is surprising given the Health Secretary’s acknowledgement yesterday that their justification has been minimised. 

“Given that these restrictions are likely to see another lost season for inbound and outbound travel, the Government must bring forward a full package of financial support measures without any further delay and move to make testing free or at least capped for as long as it is required. 

“After nearly two years of historically low passenger numbers, continuing to impose costly, complex and onerous restrictions on international travel risks causing lasting damage to our aviation and travel industry and the Government must make clear why these restrictions remain necessary and bring forward the support that the industry needs.”

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