The Association of British Travel Agents reports that Oakley Travel Ltd of 1a Yoden Way, Pertlee. SR8 1BP (ABTA number F3973) ceased trading with effect from Friday 9 June 2006, as the company is unable to meet its future liabilities. The company employed 5 outside sales reps.

Administrators have been appointed to protect creditors but are unable to deal with customer bookings. Therefore any claims that arise will be dealt with by the ABTA Claims Department on 020 7637 2444.

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Notes for editors: � ABTA is the largest travel trade association in the UK and its Members are responsible for the sale of over 90% of overseas package holidays bought in the UK. Travel companies have to prove that they are financially stable. � ABTA Members are also required to follow a strict code of conduct to ensure the highest standards of customer service. � If a member of the public has a dispute they cannot resolve with an ABTA Member, ABTA provides a low cost, independent arbitration service administered by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. � Further information can be found on www.abta.com

For further information contact Sean Tipton or Frances Tuke, Tel: 020 7307 1900