The relaxation on travel is good news for holidaymakers and the tourism industry.
Families can now look forward to a half-term break without having to worry about the confusing traffic light scheme.
Double-jabbed passengers travelling from non-red list countries will also be able to take a cheaper lateral flow test.
British restrictions on travel were looking increasingly absurd when other countries have far fewer cases of Covid and, in many instances, have vaccinated more people.
Bear in mind the UK has the highest rate of infections of anywhere in Europe.
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As Environment Secretary George Eustice let slip today the emergence of a new variant could trigger another lockdown.
Holidaymakers have learned from bitter experience this government has a habit of changing its travel advice at short notice.
If you are thinking of going abroad make sure your trip is properly covered.
End the abuse
For too long this country has failed to protect women and girls from violence.
That is why the report commissioned by Home Secretary Priti Patel following the killing of Sarah Everard in March is so important.
It found staggering variations across the police forces in England and Wales when it comes to dealing with domestic abuse.
There are also large discrepancies in how constabularies use the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme that is supposed to alert women if their partner has a criminal history.
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The report also found shockingly low rates of prosecution for incidents of violence.
Protecting women remains down the list of priorities for many forces despite the increase in assaults and abuse.
Ms Patel must make sure it is acted upon.
Have a ball
The countdown to Christmas starts on Saturday night when Strictly returns.
The razzle-dazzle is just what we need to cheer us up as the nights start to draw in.
