The UK government plans to impose a mandatory 14-day quarantine on those who come to the island nation from abroad, several British airlines said, citing government sources. The only exception is Ireland. According to experts, if the decision is announced, it will have serious economic consequences.

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The BBC reports that those arriving in Britain must be quarantined in private accommodation, but for now the details are rather vague. The measure is said to take effect in late May and it is not known how long the new rule will be in effect. It is also not known whether foreign citizens can rent private accommodation where they can isolate themselves.

According to the organization, which brings together British airlines, if Boris Johnson introduces mandatory quarantine, the government should review weekly whether the drastic measure needs to be extended. “The move will not only have devastating consequences for airlines, but will also put the entire economy in a difficult position,” the organization said in a statement.

The BBC has been informed that those involved in the transport of goods, such as truckers, will not be subject to quarantine.



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