Friday’s headlines, though, are dominated by the end of the Metropolitan Police’s investigation into lockdown parties in Downing Street, with Boris Johnson not being given any more fines.
UK holidaymakers, meanwhile, are continuing to face Covid-related restrictions when they travel to several European countries, while Thailand is reopening bars and clubs to attract tourists.
Here are the headlines the travel industry woke up to on Friday (20 May).
Consumer confidence at its lowest since records began
UK consumer confidence has fallen to a record low as households struggle to cope with the cost-of-living crisis. The monthly barometer of consumer confidence has dropped by two points to minus 40 – the lowest score since records began in 1974. (The Times)
Johnson escapes ‘partygate’ with single fine
Prime minister Boris Johnson will receive no further fines from the lockdown parties held in Downing Street during the pandemic. The Metropolitan Police has finished…