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Sunday, 20 June 2021

BBC News

• Shipping disruption: 'We're doing our best - but this is crippling'Disruption in the shipping industry is creating a shortage of goods - and consumers face higher prices.

The Herald

• In pictures: Royal Navy's newest ship welcomed into fleet before operation to far eastThe Royal Navy’s newest ship has been commissioned into active service at a ceremony in the Highlands before it goes on to carry out security operations in the far east.
• Audit Scotland to probe misuse of taxpayer funds on 'lost' £25m for lifeline ferriesScotland's public finance watchdog is to probe claims of a misuse of public funds through the forfeiting of £25m to complete two lifeline vessels as part of a secret deal to pave the way for nationisation.

The Independent

• Pilots issue mayday as data suggests UK aviation ‘worst hit by travel rules’Balpa said the number of flights into and out of the UK has fallen by three-quarters compared to 2019.

The Telegraph

• UK weather: Motorists urged to turn lights on to be seen by other drivers amid dark clouds and heavy rain

Times Online

• Flagging flag carrier: can Lynne Embleton pick Aer Lingus off the ground? [Subscription]When its UK regional services operator Stobart Air collapsed without warning last weekend, Aer Lingus was left to plug a big gap in its schedule.
• British Airways is in crisis. Can new boss Sean Doyle save it? [Subscription]Cost-cutting and shoddy service turned ‘the world’s favourite airline’ into Broken Airways. Sean Doyle, BA’s new CEO, tells John Arlidge how he plans to fix it

This is Money

• A bike now costs more than £800 - but plenty of Britons still don't insure themAlmost two fifths of people who purchased a bike over the past 12 months have no cover for it, according to Aviva. We reveal the cities most at risk from cycle thefts, and how to keep your bicycle safe.
• You can turn a clapped-out old banger into an electric eco warriorWhat can drivers do if they like their old car? A growing number have found a left-field answer: convert their petrol or diesel car to electric. Although the cost is anything from £25,000.

Sky News

• Pilots criticise 'ludicrously cautious' travel rules and claim UK aviation sector is now hardest hit in EuropePilots are calling for urgent action after claiming the government's "ludicrously cautious" travel restrictions caused the UK's aviation industry to be "the hardest hit in Europe".

Birmingham Mail

• West Midlands Railway is looking for train drivers and the salary is incredibleJobs are currently up for grabs in Coventry, Leamington Spa, Shrewsbury and Worcester

Bradford Telegraph & Argus

• Clean Air Day cycling event highlights Manningham Lane schemeA CLEAN Air Day cycling event that started in Lister Park highlighted the benefits of a proposed Manningham Lane Green Route scheme.

Bristol Live

• First Bus to make cuts to Bristol services from tomorrowBut First's new boss is optimistic
• Rules the Highway Code says cyclists must followAll the dos and don'ts you need to know to keep safe on the road

London Evening Standard

• Pilots issue mayday as data suggests UK aviation ‘worst hit by travel rules’Balpa said the number of flights into and out of the UK has fallen by three-quarters compared to 2019.

Cambridge News

• All the green list countries and the rules for international travelPortugal's recent move from the green to amber list took away the one frequent European destination for British holiday makers

Peterborough Telegraph

• Consultation on Wittering A1 flyover launchesPeterborough City Council posted on its website: “Residents are being invited to take part in an online survey to determine whether there is support for the construction of a flyover to help improve access to Wittering.
• Consultation on Wittering A1 flyover launchesPeterborough City Council posted on its website: “Residents are being invited to take part in an online survey to determine whether there is support for the construction of a flyover to help improve access to Wittering.
• Consultation on Wittering A1 flyover launchesPeterborough City Council posted on its website: “Residents are being invited to take part in an online survey to determine whether there is support for the construction of a flyover to help improve access to Wittering.

Other Regional Press

• Extra Motorway Services' new M25 service station to go before public inquiryThe fate of a major motorway service station boasting a new hotel, significant parking, and a complex new junction will be debated at a public inquiry two months from now.
• Do you know the law regarding electric scooters?Electric scooters have become a popular mode of transport for many – but it is currently illegal to ride them in public areas.
• Bicester's county councillors unite against proposal to close London Road level crossingBICESTER’s county councillors have banded together in opposition to the possibility of East West Rail (EWR) closing London Road.
• Visiting boats generate income for Weymouth harbourWEYMOUTH harbour income is picking up with a good start being reported to the season.
• What a hydrogen-powered Defender could mean for Jaguar Land RoverWarwickshire automotive expert Dr Charles Tennant offers his thoughts on the prototype hydrogen fuel cell electric Defender
• Plans to ban roadside car sales on main roadsThere are some hard hit areas

Other News Sources

• Fully-jabbed Brits could skip amber list quarantine rulesMinisters are reportedly looking at loosening travel restrictions for fully vaccinated travellers returning to England
• Brighton residents can earn hundreds by renting driveways amid staycation boomBRIGHTON has been named the top seaside location where residents can earn the most from renting out their driveways as parking spaces.

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