Covid masks to be ditched on Ryanair flights by end of April, according to airline's boss

Passengers aboard Ryanair flights will not be pressured to put on masks by the Springtime, in accordance with predictions from the airline's boss.

By April, Michael O'Leary has mentioned he desires to see the top of masks by the top of subsequent month, declaring that London Gatwick ought to see a "sturdy restoration" following the numerous impression the pandemic had on the trade.

Jet2 grew to become the primary UK airline to finish its masks mandate yesterday.

But, Scottish holidaymakers will nonetheless have put on face coverings from flights to and from Scotland.

Brian Lawless

A spokesman for Jet2 mentioned: "It's not a authorized requirement to put on a face masks in England and Northern Eire, together with at our airports or on board our plane.

"Nevertheless, as per UK Authorities steerage, we advocate that clients proceed to put on a face masks in these areas, and we remind clients that they might want to put on one after they get to their abroad vacation spot."

Different well-known airways together with easyJet, BA, Virgin Atlantic and TUI, have all retained their masks guidelines.

Mr O'Leary celebrated the announcement of latest flight routes opening from its London-based airports, the MailOnline reported.

Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary speaking at a press conference at the InterContinental Park Lane in London.
Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary talking at a press convention on the InterContinental Park Lane in London.
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"We're happy to announce 14 new routes from our three London airports, Stansted, Luton and Gatwick," O’Leary mentioned.

"As all Covid-19 journey restrictions have now been lifted, UK residents and guests can guide a well-deserved summer time getaway to thrilling locations reminiscent of Helsinki, Madeira and Naples.

"Ryanair is driving London’s post-Covid restoration as we develop throughout Europe, with new plane and new routes."

A spokesman for Jet2 mentioned: "It's not a authorized requirement to put on a face masks in England and Northern Eire, together with at our airports or on board our plane.

"Nevertheless, as per UK Authorities steerage, we advocate that clients proceed to put on a face masks in these areas, and we remind clients that they might want to put on one after they get to their abroad vacation spot."

Boeing 737-85P (G-DRTM) (foreground) one of several planes owned and operated by Jet2 at Birmingham Airport.
Boeing 737-85P (G-DRTM) (foreground) one in every of a number of planes owned and operated by Jet2 at Birmingham Airport.
Steve Parsons

A BA spokesman introduced: "We have now no instant plans to vary our masks coverage, however preserve our insurance policies below evaluation and proceed to take recommendation and steerage from all the suitable authorities.

"As well as, a variety of the airports and locations we function between have necessities or authorized mandates in place for the carrying of masks and there are vital implications for patrons who don't comply.

"We subsequently have a constant masks coverage on board and within the terminal to guard travellers, keep away from buyer confusion and guarantee all people is ready for his or her journey."

In response to an easyJet spokesman "at current there are not any adjustments to easyJet’s masks coverage, nonetheless we proceed to maintain this below common evaluation together with our in-house medical adviser and key trade our bodies".

A spokesman from TUI mentioned: "our masks coverage is at the moment below evaluation and can hope to have the ability to replace within the coming days."

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