TOUGH BREAK

Brits could be forced to take four weeks off for two week holiday under coronavirus quarantine rules

HOLIDAYMAKERS may have to take four weeks off for a two week break in the sun under new coronavirus rules.

All travellers arriving into the UK, including Brits, could be forced to self isolate for two weeks or face a £1,000 fine or deportation.

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What happens if I don’t use them?

Most holiday days can’t be banked if you don’t use them and you can’t carry them over.

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What if I'm working?

Lorry drivers bringing in essential supplies to the UK won’t be included in the two week scheme. Other industries have not been addressed yet.

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How long will this go on for?

It’s not clear how long this will go on for yet. Once the government has outlined it, we will update this story.

While airline travel has dropped since the UK entered lockdown in March, flights have still been taking place.

Around 15,000 passengers a day arrived in the UK last month.
On Wednesday this week there were 714 flights in and out, the highest number for a single day since the lockdown was imposed.

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The news comes as Brits have had troubles trying to get refunds for their holidays after the outbreak.

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We’ve compiled a guide on how to get a refund on your holiday if it gets cancelled.

Holidaymakers who are rescheduling their trips are meanwhile being told to make sure their travel insurance covers rebookings.

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