The EU Council is set to approve new air passenger rights, including free seat reservations for families and pregnant individuals, free name corrections, and easier compensation claims for flight disruptions. These reforms will apply to flights departing from the EU and arriving if operated by an EU airline, with new rules taking effect mid-2027.
Edmund Rice Education Australia will contest a move by abuse survivors to hold it liable for compensation claims against the Christian Brothers, sparking a potentially costly legal battle. Survivors fear inadequate compensation as the Christian Brothers faces bankruptcy.
EU countries have approved a compromise deal to overhaul air passenger rights, affecting flight compensation, seating, and baggage rules. The new rules, expected in late 2027, aim to simplify claims and ensure parents can sit with children for free, but airlines express concerns about increased costs.
A BBC investigation reveals 75% of pothole compensation claims in the UK are rejected, with over 146,000 claims submitted in five years, yielding only £13.5m in payouts. Residents and mechanics highlight the dangers and economic burdens of pervasive potholes.
