UK holidaymakers booked for France could lose money if they do not go

Some accommodation providers refuse to defer breaks despite Covid quarantine decision

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Holidaymakers who were hoping to head to France in the coming weeks are in some cases being told by accommodation providers that they will lose their money if they do not turn up.

Last weekend's surprise decision by the UK government to require travellers returning from France to quarantine for 10 days - even those doubly vaccinated against Covid-19 - has left thousands of holiday plans in tatters, and many out of pocket as a result.