Use of Atol Logo Restricted
The use of the Air Travel Organiser's Licence (ATOL) logo is set to be restricted in a bid to help give holidaymakers clearer guidance.
Changes in the use of the Civil Aviation Authority's (CAA) ATOL logo have come after consumers have complained that at the moment travel agents and tour operators can display it in their window, even though not all the products they sell might be covered.
Derek Moore, the chairman of the Association of Independent Tour Operators, said that his organisation welcomed the "added credibility" that the CAA's new restrictions will bring.
He added: "It's a good thing for the public and it's a welcome boost to bona fide tour operators who can use the ATOL symbol as a well-earned badge of honour."
The new rules will come into effect immediately and will mean that only ATOL holders can use the logo rather than firms acting on behalf on an approved operator.
Deputy director of consumer protection at the CAA, David Moesli added that he hopes that restricting the logo's use will help ensure that it is not "devalued by travel firms without licenses".
Travel Industry news posted on 13 June 2008
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