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Thomas Cook to fly home UK tourists after Tunisia riots
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Thomas Cook has said it is bringing home all of its UK customers from Tunisia following violence in the country.
The company has also cancelled its next scheduled departures to Tunisia, which would have taken place on 16 January.
It said it was "strongly advising" the 1,800 tourists from the UK and Ireland currently in the country to take up the offer of return flights on Friday.
At least 23 people have died in Tunisia during weeks of protests.
On Thursday, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office changed its guidance for Tunisia and is now advising against all but essential travel to the north African country.
"The situation is unpredictable and there is the potential for violence to flare up," its website warns.
"British nationals in Tunisia should monitor the news or stay in touch with your tour operator."
The FCO says tourists should avoid rallies and demonstrations, and stay inside their accommodation if they are concerned about their safety.
The US and France are also advising against non-essential travel to Tunisia.
BBC News
The company has also cancelled its next scheduled departures to Tunisia, which would have taken place on 16 January.
It said it was "strongly advising" the 1,800 tourists from the UK and Ireland currently in the country to take up the offer of return flights on Friday.
At least 23 people have died in Tunisia during weeks of protests.
On Thursday, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office changed its guidance for Tunisia and is now advising against all but essential travel to the north African country.
"The situation is unpredictable and there is the potential for violence to flare up," its website warns.
"British nationals in Tunisia should monitor the news or stay in touch with your tour operator."
The FCO says tourists should avoid rallies and demonstrations, and stay inside their accommodation if they are concerned about their safety.
The US and France are also advising against non-essential travel to Tunisia.
BBC News
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Look at post 21 on here, posted by someone who is in Tunisia with Thomas Cook.
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/2460107If you go down to the woods today you better not go alone.0
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