European directive threatens duty-free at regional airports

(29-May-2008) - A new proposal which would affect the rights of transfer passengers to buy duty-free at their originating airport could have a serious impact on duty-free sales at regional and periphery airports in Europe, lobbyists warn

(6-Jun-2008) - The Forum of Regional European Airports has expressed concern over the effect the new proposal could have on duty-free sales

(2-Jul-2008) - The European Travel Retail Council reports strong support to amend wording in favour of regional airports, while border business remains under threat

(30-Jul-2008) - Border duty-free operators have moved a step closer to protection from the EU after Greece threatens to veto the entire EU Excise Duty Directive

(5-Sep-2008) - ETRC says U-Turn will save retailers “millions of pounds”