Air Passenger Duty Increases Costs Of Holidays
A rise in Air Passenger Duty (APD) on April 1 has meant an increase in the cost of holidays to a number of destinations, putting a further strain on family finances. Although the rise may deter tourists from making their annual trip abroad, the news that a holiday to Malta has increased by just 0.08% […]
Aviation Industry Criticises APD Hike
The UK aviation industry has again called on the government to scrap Air Passenger Duty, as the tax went up by 8% this week. Air Passenger Duty (APD) has long been a divisive issue, with airlines and passengers alike calling for it to be scrapped. The 8% increase this week comes just in time for […]
Ryanair Under Fire for £10 charge for Emergency Exit Seats
Budget airline Ryanair has come under fire for refusing to let passengers sit in seats next to emergency exit doors unless they pay a £10 fee. The Irish Aviation Authority is launching an investigation into the safety implications that come with these charges, as the seats are regularly left empty. Despite not allowing passengers to […]
Escape Travel Money – Perfect for MPs Who Don’t Like Big Expenses
Politicians jetting off on holiday this summer can learn a thing or two about budget management from prepaid card provider EZPay – the name behind the Escape Travel Money card. While Chancellor George Osborne might be a friend of the banks in his day job, even he faces a range of rip-off fees when using […]