The UK government is to allow 50% more flights from China as it further taps the lucrative Chinese tourism market. Chinese visits to the UK surged 47% in the first half of 2017 after inbound flights were more than doubled last October. But there are concerns that this will lead to a surge in air pollution and could damage Britain’s reputation for clean air. By Press Association Published: 17:45 EDT, 10 December 2017 | "These agreements are an important part of preparing Britain for a post-Brexit world and making sure we have access to key markets in the Far East," said Transport Secretary Chris Grayling. The number of flights from China will increase to 150 a week from 100.
The UK government is to allow 50% more flights from China as it further taps the lucrative Chinese tourism market. Chinese visits to the UK surged 47% in the first half of 2017 after inbound flights were more than doubled last October. But there are concerns that this will lead to a surge in air pollution and could damage Britain’s reputation for clean air. "These agreements are an important part of preparing Britain for a post-Brexit world and making sure we have access to key markets in the Far East," said Transport Secretary Chris Grayling. The number of flights from China will increase to 150 a week from 100.