BUSINESSJun 7 · 10:19 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLDGwyn Topham in Rio de Janeiro

BA boss warns costly aviation taxes and rail tickets are stunting UK growth

British Airways CEO Sean Doyle warns that high aviation taxes and rail ticket costs are hindering UK tourism growth and economic development. He highlights the UK's lag behind countries like Japan, France, and Germany in attracting tourists due to these factors.

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