easyJet (London Luton) will scrap some of its domestic flights in the United Kingdom after the country announced an increase in air passenger duty (APD) in its autumn budget, The Telegraph reported.

The carrier warned that rising prices will likely lead to lower demand, meaning some flights will become moot, according to incoming CEO and incumbent CFO Kenton Jarvis. The move is “disappointing” and will “tax the working person”, he added.

ch-aviation has contacted easyJet for further details.

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