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Ryanair Plans to Return To 40% Flying Capacity in July
Less than two weeks after announcing plans to cut 3,000 jobs, budget airline Ryanair has announced they will return to 40% flying capacity from 1 July subject to travel restrictions being lifted and safety measures being introduced at airports.
UK Announces Quarantine for Arrivals
The UK government have announced they will impose a 14-day quarantine for anyone arriving into the country from overseas amid concerns of cases of COVID-19 being imported.
Lufthansa Group Negotiating Bailout
Negotiations are under way between the German government and the airline Lufthansa for a stabilization package valued at €9 billion.
When You May Be Able To Fly Again
Global travel restrictions and fears of contracting the coronavirus have resulted in very low demand for air travel but many of us are itching to return to the skies and get away from it all.
Frontier Drops Middle Seat Fee Following Criticism
Only days after announcing their “More Room” initiative, Denver based low budget carrier Frontier have announced they will scrap the program amid criticism they were attempting to profit off customers anxieties of contracting COVID-19.
Virgin Atlantic Cuts 3,000 Jobs
Virgin Atlantic have announced they will cut 3,000 jobs and cease operations at Gatwick Airport, the second biggest airport in the UK based on passenger numbers.
Southwest May Downsize and Ups Safety Measures
The financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic on airlines is continuing with Southwest Airlines in the USA reporting a first quarter loss of $94 million while warning investors the worst is yet to come.
Frontier Makes Passengers Pay to Keep Middle Seat Free
Frontier Airlines in the USA have become the latest airline to announce that all passengers will be required to wear a face covering for the duration of their journey whilst also announcing their new "More Room" tickets.
Aer Lingus Flight Packed From Belfast To London
An Aer Lingus flight to London Heathrow departed from Belfast City Airport on Monday 4 May with “no social distancing” whatsoever according to one passenger.
Wizz Air Passengers Will Need to Wear Face Masks
Budget airline Wizz Air will resume some routes from Luton airport May 1 with passengers required to wear face masks in order to limit the spread of COVID-19.
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Student House Hunting Tips During COVID-19
Besides all of the fun and games that a shared house can bring, there are also some boring adult things to do. Firstly, the process of finding and successfully getting a house, then things like picking rooms, setting up Wi-Fi, electricity, TV, splitting bills and so on. There’s also the small matter of staying safe and acting responsibly, especially in light of the current situation.
Top Tips for being a Productive Student
Productivity at University is a challenge when you also want to enjoy your student days, having spontaneous nights out during the week, having a day out with friends or binge-watching Netflix all day when you have no seminars or lectures. Send My Bag have included our top tips for being productive at University, so that you can do what is needed done and still enjoy the fun part of University!
Face Coverings Mandatory at Ulster University
Staff and students at Ulster University (UU) in Northern Ireland will have to wear face coverings in lectures and classes when the 2020/21 academic year begins on 21 September.