ABTA is urging the Government to make sure its keeps Air Passenger Duty consistent across the UK after a decision was finalised to devolve power to charge APD to the Scottish Parliament.
The long-expected decision means that the Scottish Government can decide whether to cut APD from Scottish airports.
This, says ABTA, is good news for passengers flying from Scotland and for Scottish airports, but will come at a cost to the competitiveness of airports in England, particularly those in the north.
"A cut in one part of the UK is unacceptable and the most competitive rate should be matched for the benefit of the whole of UK plc and all UK consumers," said CEO Mark Tanzer.
“APD is a damaging tax that puts the UK at a competitive disadvantage – whatever steps the Scottish Government take following today’s announcement, we urge the UK Government to take the initiative now, review the impact of this damaging tax, and cut it to bring it in line with our neighbours.”
