European Parliament approves free cabin luggage and new delay-compensation rules for air passengers
The European Parliament gave final approval to a revised regulation granting air passengers free cabin luggage and updating delay-compensation rules. The decision followed roughly a decade of talks with EU countries. Airlines argue the rules will lift ticket prices, while passenger groups say rights have been upheld.
The European Parliament has given final approval to a revised regulation granting air passengers free cabin luggage and updating the rules on compensation for delays. Lawmakers adopted the text after roughly a decade of talks with EU member states.
The new rules let passengers carry a cabin bag of certain dimensions without an extra charge and refresh the conditions under which compensation is due when flights are delayed. Airlines argue the regulation will raise costs that will inevitably feed into ticket prices. Passenger associations counter that the changes strengthen consumer rights.
With the regulation approved, attention turns to how carriers adapt their pricing and baggage policies. The detailed rules of application and the timetable for entry into force are expected to become clearer in the period ahead.
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