Freezing fog has played havoc with air travel this morning, but if your flight has been cancelled, you're still entitled to a refund or an alternative trip, plus possible compensation.
Charges for taking hand luggage on flights could become more widespread if a recently-adopted policy catches on, adding to the array of fees imposed by airlines.
From next Monday travellers will have a clearer idea about whether their holiday is financially protected, as they'll be given a certificate if they book an Atol-covered trip.
The Government has confirmed it will ban excessive charges for using credit and debit cards and has launched a consultation on how to implement these plans.
3 September 2012
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