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26/02/2022

I am aware of a number of Lutonians stuck in Ukraine or people who are worried about their friends & family. My team and I are here to help as best we can and are working to get people home. When you get in touch, please give as much detail as you can or feel comfortable with.

26/02/2022

With effect from 24th February 2022, passengers travelling to Pakistan will no longer need to provide a negative PCR result IF fully vaccinated.

07/12/2021

Full guidance available at the government website: https://www.gov.uk/uk-border-control

Passenger locator form: https://www.gov.uk/provide-journey-contact-details-before-travel-uk

COVID-19 PCR Testing facility: https://www.expresstest.co.uk/book-a-test/

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16/11/2021

Great reason to book your next trip with Emirates

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09/11/2021

Quarantine rules removed for under-18s entering England

The government has sought to simplify rules for all under-18s travelling to England.

From Monday, November 22nd, they will be treated as fully vaccinated at the border and will be exempt from self-isolation requirements on arrival, day eight testing and pre-departure testing.

They will only be required to take one post-arrival test and a confirmatory free PCR test if they test positive.

https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quarantine-rules-removed-for-under-18s-entering-england/

From November 22nd, younger travellers will be treated as fully vaccinated at the border and will be exempt from self-isolation requirements on arrival, day eight testing and pre-departure testing.

01/11/2021

Not fully vaccinated and planning on travelling overseas?
Check FCDO Travel Advice for your destination’s entry requirements before you leave the UK.
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Get advice about travelling abroad, including the latest information on coronavirus, safety and security, entry requirements and travel warnings.

21/09/2021

Changes to international travel rules

From 4am Monday 4 October 2021, the rules for international travel to England will change from the red, amber, green traffic light system to a single red list of countries and simplified travel measures for arrivals from the rest of the world. The rules for travel from countries and territories not on the red list will depend on your vaccination status.

Latest UK Government advice on the new travel rules can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/red-amber-and-green-list-rules-for-entering-england

28/08/2021

TRAFFIC LIGHT TRAVEL UPDATE
From 4am Monday 30 August, the following destinations will be added to the below sections on the traffic light travel list.
GREEN 🟢
Canada
Denmark
Finland
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Switzerland
The Azores
RED 🔴
Thailand
Montenegro

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Coronavirus-travel&utm_content=fcotravel-check-static-raglist&fbclid=IwAR2w2HmAxwWOUHYCWiGWS-bgWUq1mcLYIQ8sng0DTJYH3vhCTTGjxs6_WVo

20/08/2021

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12/08/2021

Travel is a great way to maintain mental wellbeing and, by extension, it contributes to a happier and more fulfilling life.
➡️ Here's 9 reasons why travel is good for your mental health: http://ow.ly/whsN50FJuVv
So, where are you going next? Your mental health deserves it.

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05/08/2021

**LUTON MPs BOTH URGE UK MINISTERS TO LOOK AGAIN AT RED LIST FOR PAKISTAN AND BANGLADESH*

I've been contacted by people from across Luton North through the night and this morning after the government slipped out its announcement that Pakistan and Bangladesh are to remain on the Red List for travel. Rachel Hopkins MP for Luton South and I have both written the below urgent letter to the Transport Secretary urging the UK government to look again at this decision.

When you look at the data, it is difficult to see the reasoning for last night's decision, especially as India now moves to Amber - but then again, the government has still not been upfront and transparent with the public and told us what its criteria is for making these decisions on travel.

I know how important this is to people in Luton, and I know people who are desperate to visit family they haven't seen for over a year, or visit ailing loved ones have been following the government's announcements incredibly closely.

19/07/2021

16/07/2021

Bulgaria is added to the Green List!!

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15/07/2021

New international travel guidelines easily explained (valid from 19th July 2021)

14/07/2021

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From 19 July, people fully vaccinated with an NHS administered vaccine will not need to self-isolate on return from amber list countries into England.

If you're travelling to an amber list country from this date, then check entry & quarantine requirements.

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11/07/2021

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08/07/2021

some good news!!

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From 19 July, people who have had both vaccines from the NHS will not need to self-isolate on their return from amber list countries into England.

If you're thinking of travelling to an amber list country from this date - you should check entry & quarantine requirements before.

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06/07/2021

Let's make memories!!

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05/07/2021

Stansted and Luton Airport: France, Italy and Austria 'could be added to UK Green List'

More than 20 destinations, including Italy, France and Austria, look set to be added to the UK's green list, new data has revealed.

The popular tourist spots could be added by the end of the month, according to analysis by former British Airways strategy chief Robert Doyle, the Telegraph reported.

https://www.hertfordshiremercury.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/stansted-luton-airport-france-italy-5606389

“There seems to be nothing in the data the Government says it is using that explains why they are languishing on the amber list at this point."

05/07/2021

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Sometimes you just have to float it out. 🌞 A quick dip in a pool in Essaouira is the best way to unwind and cool down after an exciting day exploring the city. Don't you wish you were here right now? 💦
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30/06/2021

If it wasn't confusing enough already...

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Countries rated as red, amber or green for Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the rules you must follow to enter England.

24/06/2021

https://traveloo.uk … things have started look a little brighter!!

Those returning from green locations are not required to self-isolate but they must take one post-arrival coronavirus test.

23/06/2021

Workcations!! sounds great!

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Tourist offices, travel companies and even conventional employers are making ‘workcations’ easier than ever before. Do you have what it takes to join the growing ranks of remote workers setting up offices on beaches and in hotel cafes?

21/06/2021

MPs tell government to upgrade e-passport gates to read Covid tests.

A cross-party group of MPs have called on the government to upgrade e-passport gates at airports to read Covid tests in time for the return of mass foreign travel.

The all-party parliamentary group (APPG) on coronavirus said the measure will help reduce queueing and crowding at airport arrival halls.

In a report released on Sunday night the MPs also say Covid “green passes” for international travel should include test results to reduce the need for paper documentation.

And they say the government must consider measures to reduce the cost of tests, perhaps introducing a VAT exemption or price caps.

“The rapid growth of the Delta variant has shown how we must be vigilant against the risks posed by international travel,” said Caroline Lucas, the group's vice-chair.

"Yet despite repeated warnings, ministers are still failing to address overcrowding at airports or fake test certificates that are allowing Covid cases to slip through the cracks.

“Upgrading e-gates and digitising test results would reduce the risk of transmission in airports and ensure we are no longer relying solely on Border Force officials to spot fraudulent documents. The government must learn from its mistakes and ensure its border policy is watertight.”

The need to manually check test results has led to many airports closing e-gates or requiring a second layer personnel, adding to waiting times.

Travellers have reported long waits and overcrowding at some entry points to the country. The government has been criticised for allowing people arriving at UK airports from high-risk countries to mix with those from low-risk countries.

Layla Moran, the APPG’s chair, said: “Any digital Covid green pass for international travel should include test results in addition to vaccination status to better defend against new variants. The government must not yet again allow international travel to jeopardise the hard-won progress we’ve made against the virus.

“Once this is in place, the government should also consider measures to reduce the costs of tests such as a VAT exemption or a price cap, as has been done in other European countries. Until we vaccinate the world, testing will remain crucial to our efforts to detect new variants and keep the virus under control.”

The government is currently reviewing arrangements for international travel, which remains banned to most countries for all but exceptional reasons.

Responding to the APPG's recommendation's, a government spokesperson said: “Our international travel policy is guided by one overwhelming priority – public health – and traffic light allocations are based on a range of factors including genomic surveillance capability, transmission risk and Variants of Concerns.

“We are committed to protecting the country against the risk of variants, and every essential check introduced – from testing to the Passenger Locator Form – is helping prevent new variants making it into the UK.

“As set out by the Global Travel Taskforce, we continue to engage with international partners, to explore how we can open international travel safely.”

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/coronavirus-e-passport-gates-covid-tests-b1869401.html

Measure could reduce overcrowding risk at airport arrival halls, cross-party group says

21/06/2021

WOW!!!
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There are countless ways to experience the rich diversity of the world's fourth-largest continent, but when it comes to planning a life-changing trip in South America, these 10 destinations will not let you down.

20/06/2021

Destination weddings may be the best option!!

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Here are eight ways the Covid-19 pandemic has changed the traditional wedding.

18/06/2021

The change could see many resume trips to favourite holiday destinations

17/06/2021

Getting in the mood!

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15/06/2021

One on our list!!

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Marrakech has much to offer, so how do you plan your visit? Check out this article for ideas.
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