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EasyJet said the widening of its first half loss is in line with expectations, with profits expected to continue to be below last year's results.

The low-cost airline, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, reported a seasonal pre-tax loss of £22 million in the six months to March 31, compared to £19 million last year.

Passenger numbers were up 25% to 13.5 million, with total revenue per passenger up 1.1%. Revenues were up by 26% to £553 million.

Outgoing chief executive Ray Webster, who announced his departure last week, said the airline had managed to mitigate the impact of higher fuel prices.

He added: "At prevailing fuel prices and exchange rates, we continue to expect reported pre-tax profit to be below last year but in line with current expectations."

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