Britain's transport secretary has confirmed that COVID-19 booster jabs will not be required to travel to the UK over Christmas.
Grant Shapps spoke to Dubai Eye 103.8's The Business Breakfast on the sidelines of the UK’s Travel Summit at Expo 2020 Dubai.
He said his government has no plans to change travel rules in 2021.
Shapps added that he met with the relevant minister in the UAE and they are keen to keep the routes between the two countries open.
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Stocks gain with oil prices easing on optimism from possible ceasefire talks
Global equity markets, including from the U.S., Europe and Asia, rose while oil prices fell on Wednesday, as traders cheered news of ceasefire proposals to de-escalate the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Australia moves to double fines for fuel gouging amid shortages
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Gulf stocks mixed amid confusion over US-Iran talks
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Australia, EU seal long-awaited trade deal
Australia and the European Union on Tuesday signed a trade deal marking the culmination of years of negotiations, as Europe seeks to diversify its export markets and expand ties beyond its traditional partners.
