Aviation Sector Financial Support 2020-12-01
2020-12-01
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Q1
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The MP asks about recent financial assistance provided to the aviation industry, citing concerns over job security and local economic impacts.
What recent financial support has the Department given to the aviation sector; and if he will make a statement?
The Government have recently announced a package of financial support for English airports and ground handlers, equivalent to the business rates liabilities of each business up to £8 million per site. This support has been welcomed by the Airport Operators Association.
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Q2
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The MP addresses the insufficiency of recent government measures to reopen the aviation sector, highlighting concerns over the Brexit transition period and lack of airport testing facilities.
I thank the Minister for that additional support for regional airports but urge him to use every influence in government to get the necessary steps dealt with, including airport testing on key strategic routes.
My right hon. Friend is correct in focusing on testing; the 'test to release' regime combines a shorter self-isolation period with public health focus, and we are exploring pre-departure testing with partner countries through different models.
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Urgent action for airport testing and reopening key strategic routes
Focusing On Testing But Not Addressing The Need For Urgent Measures
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