TUI launches travel manifesto to UK government
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TUI Travel has launched a manifesto to the UK government outlining five ways it can support the travel and tourism industries.
The company has stressed that areas such as competition, infrastructure and sustainability are key as well as efficient borders and future growth.
In the manifesto TUI calls for clearer information around flight compensation in EU261 and for a simplified Package Travel Directive (PTD) that creates a level playing field.
A long-term vision into airport capacity while also supporting investment for local airports is also mentioned, alongside revising slot allocation rules.
TUI has also called for the EU’s European Trading Scheme (ETS) to be scrapped and instead support a global fund, while also pushing for a Single European Sky and continued support for carbon reduction.
It has also outlined a need to review potential barriers to tourism growth such as Air Passenger Duty and training, while also asking for a level playing field between air traffic and other transport modes when it comes to border cross checks.
Mike Bowers, group legal director at TUI Travel PLC said: “As the industry leader it is important that we take an active role in helping to shape the future of travel and tourism. The UK is lagging behind in sustainable aviation and airport capacity. Our manifesto is aimed at ensuring customer safety, a fairer playing field for the industry to thrive and a greater experience for all holidaymakers.”
The proposals have been launched to all parties ahead of next year’s General Election to highlight the travel and tourism sector’s position as the UK’s fifth largest industry. The sector supports 3.12 million jobs and accounts to 9% of GDP.
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