U.K. Says Britons Should Take Holidays But Beware Rule Changes

Minister says it’s a ‘risky moment’ in coronavirus pandemic
Dowden urges airlines to be flexible on re-bookings, refunds

Workers prepare the outdoor terrace area of a restaurant in Salou, Spain, on July 27.Photographer: Angel Garcia/Bloomberg

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By Libby Cherry

July 29, 2020 at 11:07 AM UTC

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Boris Johnson’s government said Britons should stick to their holiday plans to countries not on the U.K. coronavirus quarantine list, but warned advice could change suddenly and urged airlines and tour operators to show “understanding” by offering refunds and re-bookings.