...But Fury As Balearic Islands Go Amber Again

Summer holidays abroad have been plunged back into doubt as some of the most popular destinations were axed from the travel green list.

- Michael Knowles

Spanish islands Majorca, Menorca, Formentera and Ibiza were all added to the amber list after just two weeks of quarantine-free travel.

It means the holiday plans of unjabbed Britons who have already booked are now in tatters.

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said Covid rates on the islands had doubled in the past two weeks, with 258 cases per 100,000 people.

The Balearic Islands were among the most popular destinations for people hoping to get away after a year of misery as they were one of the getaway spots on the green list.

Travellers returning from the Spanish islands from 4am on Monday will need to self-isolate unless they have had both jabs.

The Government’s decision last night prompted fresh fury from the travel industry – and could spark another mad dash home for holidaymakers abroad yet to have their second vaccinations.

Tim Alderslade, chief of Airlines UK – representing British-registered carriers – said: “The announcement reinforces the belief that the Government framework for international travel is not working.

“It is time the Government implemented a consistent and transparent travel policy, rather than the current rollercoaster ride of changes.”