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In the latest round of technical advice issued by the government, it was warned that flights between the EU and the UK could stop.
"If the UK leaves the EU in March 2019 without any agreement, British and European licensed airlines would automatically lose the right to operate air services between the United Kingdom and the United Kingdom. the European Union without requesting prior authorization. "
Of course, the government said it would unilaterally allow EU airlines to land at UK airports, and that the EU would reciprocate.
But the summer holidays raise other concerns if no agreement is reached: will the flights become more expensive? Will you need a visa? Will your phone work?
Over the next few weeks, Express.co.uk will analyze in detail what will happen in the event of a Brexit without an agreement that will look into areas that will really affect the lives of the British public.
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Potential impacts on vacationers:
FLIGHTS
Chances are that flights will increase in cost.
If the UK collapsed without an agreement, there was a very real chance that the pound was losing value, at least for a period of time.
This will have an impact on the cost of fuel, which is denominated in US dollars – if oil costs more to UK airlines, the cost of flights will increase.
Of course, this will depend on the licensing agreement.
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Express.co.uk has spoken with Christian Gleave, CEO of Review Travel.
He said: "The permission to fly in European territories is one of the key bargaining topics of Brexit.
"The worst scenario for British travelers would be the partial or complete cancellation of flight itineraries to and from EU countries."
However, it is generally accepted that some concessions will be granted, the alternative being disastrous for the United Kingdom and the EU.
"We hope that a compromise will be found to avoid such disruptions as it would be catastrophic for tourism and commerce," Gleave said.
NO DEAL BREXIT EXPLAIN: The government has warned that flights between the EU and the UK could stop. (Image: Getty)
INSURANCE
Travel agency Thomas Cook has announced that customers will not receive compensation or fees if their flight is blocked as a result of a Brexit without agreement.
The company added a Brexit without agreement to the list of situations beyond its control, such as "civil unrest or events resulting from political instability".
This provision allows for all matters relating to a Brexit without agreement, including "indemnities, damages, expenses, costs, losses or any other amount", because of "Thomas Cook Airlines' inability to operate flights due to Decision of the United Kingdom to leave the European Union. "
Other travel agencies should do the same.
VISAS
The government has already announced that if the UK leaves without an agreement, anyone wishing to visit the EU after Brexit must have at least six months on their passport.
But it is very likely that you have to apply for a visa before you can go to the EU, especially if there is no agreement on freedom of movement.
Until now, the negotiations on Brexit were aimed at a certain freedom, the EU wondering if it would "place the UK on the list of third countries subject to the visa requirement, either on the "visa-free" list. "
The outcome of this case remains to be seen in the case of a new agreement.
PHONES
A Brexit without agreement means that roaming freedom in the EU can not be guaranteed.
The government said it would try to legislate to cap roaming charges, but that there will always be fees.
Brexit Secretary Dominic Raab said the government would try to force companies to limit costs but that he could not give an "absolute guarantee" on the issue.
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HASSLE
If no agreement is reached and visas are in place, queues at airports will be longer.
Mr Gleave said: "A non-agreement would mean a lot more hassle at the UK's airports, ports and international railway stations.
"There would be increased security, queues and disruptions due to a more complex administration, which would potentially increase the number of hours of travel.
So, even if things will probably calm down after an initial transition period, if you want to book a vacation, avoid the March 29 deadline.
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