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British Airways is facing a fine of £183.39 million after a data breach last year which compromised the details of about 500,000 customers. 
7 July 2019
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Eight major airports across the UK have upped the cost of dropping off passengers over the last year, a MoneySavingExpert investigation reveals – and one now charges a whopping £5 for a 10-minute drop-off. But at most airports it's possible to beat the fees and drop off for free if you know where to go – we've full airport-by-airport help below.
30 June 2019
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East Midlands Airport has announced it has slashed the cost of dropping off passengers at its terminal – just days after MoneySavingExpert.com revealed it was charging the highest fees for a 10-minute set-down of any major UK airport.
23 June 2019
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A MoneySaver who renewed her European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) after reading a reminder in the MSE weekly email has told how she ended up fracturing her ankle in four places just a few weeks later, on a cruise holiday to Norway. Having a valid EHIC meant she was able to avoid being billed for her two-week stay in hospital – here's her full story and how to make sure you're protected.
19 June 2019
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Travel firms have been facing turbulent times due to factors such as Brexit uncertainty – but if you're booking a trip, here are some simple steps to boost your protection.
20 May 2019
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Airlines should pay up to 50p for every passenger they fly to a flight protection scheme to protect stranded travellers in case a carrier goes bust, a review has recommended.
8 May 2019
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Fraudsters used holiday booking scams to steal more than £7 million from travellers last year, according to a new report.
6 May 2019
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Sri Lanka is currently facing a state of emergency and a nationwide curfew following Sunday's terror attacks, and the UK Government is now advising against all but essential travel there. If you're in the country now or due to travel there shortly, here's what you need to know.
24 April 2019
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Virgin Trains has proposed making seat reservations compulsory on long-distance trains, saying it would cut overcrowding and guarantee every passenger a seat.
23 April 2019
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Travel firms have been warned against forcing travellers to pay large non-refundable deposits, or charging hefty cancellation fees, by the competition watchdog. 
16 April 2019

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