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The latest news on the delay
We will continue to monitor the latest information and will provide further updates if and when the situation changes.
The National Air Traffic Services (NATS) released the following statement at 10am on May 26, 2011:
"No high density ash is currently predicted to affect UK airspace. If the situation changes, updates will resume."
News update
We can confirm the Grimvotn volcano is still erupting but there is currently no volcanic ash in UK airspace.
The National Air Traffic Services (NATS) released the following statement at 9pm on May 24, 2011:
"Latest information from the Met Office shows that following the recent eruption of Grímsvötn in Iceland, no volcanic ash is currently predicted in airspace over the UK from 0100 UK time on Wednesday 25th May.
As the volcano continues to erupt, NATS will continue to monitor the latest Met Office information and further updates will be provided if and when the situation changes.
Because of recent disruption and the continued eruption of the volcano, passengers are advised to continue to check with their airline before travelling."
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Cancelling your booking with Airparks
If you're affected by the volcanic ash, you can use the view, amend and cancel option on the Airparks homepage to cancel your booking. If your booking is due to start today, standard terms and conditions apply. Please contact your travel insurer if you are looking to make a claim.
We recommend checking with your airline for details of whether your flight has been cancelled or delayed.
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New bookings with Airparks
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