NATS welcomes new CAA guidance and reopens airspace

NATS are delighted to report that most restrictions on UK airspace began to be lifted at 2134 (local time) this evening, following new guidance from the UK’s safety regulator, the Civil Aviation Authority on restrictions to UK airspace as a result of the volcanic eruption.


Air traffic control services have resumed in the UK with the exception of an area over the north west of Scotland which continues to be affected by a dense concentration of volcanic ash. Based on current information this situation is not expected to change overnight. The situation continues to be dynamic as a result of changing weather conditions and the prediction of dense areas of volcanic ash. NATS will continue to monitor the latest Met Office and VAAC information and the CAA’s updates on the availability of UK airspace.

This brings to an end a period of disruption and uncertainty for air passengers, Due to the scale of the disruption, it will take some time for flights to resume normal operations and passengers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest information about flights.

Brits opt for holidays over home improvements

Despite promises of the 'don't move, improve' trend boosting DIY sales, UK homeowners would rather spend their money on travel and clothing, according to recent survey by Mintel.


Recent research from Mintel has revealed that a growing number of Brits are losing interest in the home. In fact two million of us have stopped doing our own home improvements over the past couple of years.

Leisure and fashion are now people's top priorities, with 41% saying they planned to travel and take more holidays, 17% opted to eat and drink out and 16% planned to spend on new clothing and footwear.

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