Monarch touts new investment as it denies crisis rumoursMonarch today revealed that a “significant investment” was to be made within days.
Co-op indicates no early decision on Cook tie-upLee Hayhurst Sep 15th 2016, 08:12Agents awaiting a decision on the future of the Thomas Cook Co-operative Travel retail joint venture may have to wait until the beginning of next year, it has been confirmed.
'Abolish APD to boost UK economy', say airlinesPhil Davies Sep 9th 2016, 08:40Leading European airlines yesterday urged the government to abolish Air Passenger Duty to boost British tourism and economy.
Abta welcomes Scottish government's APD reduction planPhil Davies Sep 7th 2016, 08:23The Scottish government’s move to formalise plans to cut Air Passenger Duty has been welcomed by Abta.
New Iata head demands recognition for aviationPhil Davies Sep 2nd 2016, 08:15The new head of Iata has called on governments to recognise the value that the global aviation industry creates.
Client 'aggrieved' by HolidayTaxis transfer complaint Sep 1st 2016, 11:20A disabled pensioner whose Spanish airport transfer fell through says he is “aggrieved” at the firms he booked with and feels let down by Abta.
Cooper joins Jet2holidays as head of regulationIan Taylor Aug 30th 2016, 10:15Industry consultant and former head of the Federation of Tour Operators Andy Cooper has joined Jet2holidays as head of regulation, compliance and resilience
Heathrow deploys landing gear rules in 'blueprint for noise reduction'Phil Davies Aug 18th 2016, 10:13Aircraft landing at Heathrow are being told to delay the lowering of landing gear as part of a drive against noise.
PTD delay a 'disservice to industry' Aug 18th 2016, 08:22Abta has dismissed calls for the government to hold back on implementing the new Package Travel Directive (PTD).
Travel group urges review of package travel rules Aug 18th 2016, 08:20The Travel Network Group has called on the government to reassess changes to package travel rules following the collapse of Lowcost Travel Group.
Advert for crisp packet holiday competition banned by advertising watchdogPhil Davies Aug 17th 2016, 08:08An advert for a Walkers Crisps competition offering 20,000 holidays has been banned after more than 100 consumers complained that the trips on offer were virtually impossible to win.
Comment: Is your business contributing to modern slavery? Aug 15th 2016, 08:30We need to consider what human trafficking means for the travel industry, says Abta's Nikki White
Opinion: Brexit, travel and the view from the City, what's really happening? Aug 12th 2016, 08:22No one knows how Brexit will pan out yet, we must seek out the opportunities that will no doubt emerge, says Andrew Monk, chief executive of VSA Capital
Former Travel Counsellors agent 'surprised' by HMRC VAT challengeLee Hayhurst Aug 11th 2016, 08:21A former Travel Counsellors agent facing a £13,000 tax bill is confident agents have a strong case to challenge claims from HM Revenue & Customs.
Travel Convention 2016: Washington aims to inspire with talk on travel and techIan Taylor Aug 5th 2016, 08:25Travel companies can’t focus only on current trading if they are to keep up with technology, Expedia’s Andy Washington says, Ian Taylor reports
Gatwick claims its expansion would generate 28,000 jobsPhil Davies Aug 4th 2016, 12:47Building and operating a second runway at Gatwick would generate 28,000 additional jobs, a new report published today reveals.
