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Australia’s second largest carrier, Virgin Australia, confirmed that it has entered voluntary administration. The airline is now Australia’s first large corporate casualty of COVID-19.

Australia’s second largest airline, Virgin Australia, is expected to enter voluntary administration later today following a failure to secure a bailout from the Australian government.

Sir Richard Branson has offered Necker Island as collateral in a bid to gain a bailout from the UK government to save the struggling Virgin Atlantic.

The budget airline has announced that it plans to keep middle seats empty to allow for social distancing once lockdown rules are lifted.

Low-cost European airline Wizz Air has announced that approximately 1,000 people, nearly one-fifth of its workforce, will lose their jobs as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

The US government agree on a $25bn bailout package for the struggling airline industry in the wake of COVID-19. Airlines are expected to lose $314bn in revenue this year according to The International Air Transport Association as a result of the global pandemic bringing the majority of air travel to a standstill.

More than 59 Qantas employees and some of their family members have become infected with Covid-19 since the outbreak began. Qantas Staff are now considering taking legal action alleging that the airline failed to protect them against COVID-19.

The British High Commission have announced plans for additional rescue flights to help Britons stranded in India. Twelve additional charter flights capable of carrying 3,000 passengers were announced as part of a broader £75 million programme to bring Britons who are stranded abroad during the coronavirus pandemic. The plans mean the total number of Britons returning to the UK from India will reach 5,000.

The coronavirus pandemic caused many countries to introduce social distancing measures and self-isolation guidelines. Now many countries and airlines worldwide have been forced to introduce travel restrictions to contain the spread of the virus and safeguard citizens. We’ve researched the current travel bans in place around the world due to COVID-19 and it’s clear to see just how heavily the travel industry has been impacted.

Life as we once knew it has been disrupted by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Social distancing and self-isolation may lead some to feel lonely and cut off from society whilst also constantly worrying about family and friends. With this in mind, we have compiled a few tips to help you look after your mental health during lockdown.