3rd Jun 2021 14:29
(Alliance News) - Portugal will be removed from the green travel list on Thursday dealing a blow to travel plans for UK holidaymakers, it has been reported.
The summer hotspot will be put on the amber list following a meeting between the Westminster and devolved governments, and the Joint Biosecurity Centre, according to the BBC.
People returning to the UK from amber list countries must self-isolate at home for 10 days as part of coronavirus restrictions.
Many holidaymakers in Portugal face a scramble for flights home before the move is introduced, which is expected to be in the coming days.
The UK government's decision is a huge blow for the travel industry, as Portugal was the only viable major tourist destination on the green list when it was announced last month.
The PA news agency understands no additions will be made to the list on Thursday, despite speculation that Spanish and Greek islands and Malta could be added.
Shares in London-listed airlines fell in the wake of the latest developments. British Airways parent International Consolidated Airlines Group SA was the worst blue-chip performer, down 5.0% on Thursday. Budget carriers easyJet PLC and Ryanair Holdings PLC were down 5.2% and 2.7% respectively.
source: PA
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