September/October 2025
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City of Derry Airport New Route Launches to Mainland UK!
EASYJET has launched its first flight on a new domestic route from City of Derry Airport to Birmingham. The new twice-weekly service took off on 1 September and will operate every Monday and Friday, perfect for a long weekend getaway.
EasyJet is now the largest carrier and the only airline offering a direct connection between City of Derry and Birmingham. Kevin Doyle, easyJet’s UK Country Manager, said: “We are thrilled to celebrate the launch of our new service from City of Derry Airport to Birmingham, providing even more choice for our business and leisure customers alike. “We are proud to be the largest airline in Northern Ireland, offering great value fares and convenient connections for our customers looking to explore the fantastic experiences the Midlands has to offer.” Steve Frazer, Managing Director at City of Derry Airport
stated: “We are thrilled to strengthen our airline partnership with easyJet and grow their operations across the Northwest, these additional flights will make easyJet the largest carrier at City of Derry Airport after less than a year since their inaugural Edinburgh and Liverpool flights.
“The Birmingham route has been in high demand for travellers in this region who have family and friends in the Midlands, those who regularly commute throughout the year, and from the thriving student population. With the easyJet service operating
Bali Holidaymakers Face Surprise Passport Checks as Immigration Crackdown Begins
BRITISH holidaymakers heading to Bali are being urged to carry their passports at all times, as Indonesian immigration authorities ramp up efforts to tackle visa overstays and illegal immigration on the popular island. A newly formed immigration task
force has begun conducting spot checks on tourists at beach resorts and other popular destinations across Bali. The initiative follows a reported
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on a Monday and Friday, it is also ideal for business passengers flying out on a Monday and returning home for the weekend, and of course for leisure travellers seeking a fun-filled (and budget- friendly!) weekend break as Birmingham has an abundance of experiences for families, couples and groups to soak up.” Mr. Frazer added, “Passengers travelling to Birmingham can
enjoy the ease and convenience of flying local from City of Derry Airport, as well as cost-savings on airport parking, fast-track and lounge access, and customer service excellence from our award- winning team.”
This new route is the third service easyJet has added to its City
of Derry network in the last 12 months, following new flights to Edinburgh and Liverpool, further strengthening domestic connectivity between Northern Ireland and key UK cities.
spike in overstays and undocumented foreigners since the start of 2025, many of whom are believed to be digital nomads working remotely while living long-term on tourist visas. Tourists can expect to encounter uniformed officers wearing high- visibility vests and body cameras. In recently shared videos on social media, officials can be seen approaching foreigners on beaches, bike paths,
and pedestrian areas, asking them to produce documentation proving their legal right to stay in Indonesia. Authorities are reminding all foreign nationals that they are legally required to carry either their passport or a valid ‘KITAS’ (temporary stay permit) at all times. Failure to comply can lead to steep fines, reportedly over £50 per day for overstayers, or even detention and deportation.
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