5 d. ago UK holidaymakers urged to check out new liquid rules as changes hit airports

The new advanced CT scanners combine computer image processing with X-rays, which is a huge improvement for speeding up security waiting times.

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1 week ago Major train line introduces controversial £86 fine to passengers listening to music out loud

A major train line has taken drastic measures to crack down on antisocial behaviour - including £86 fines for rail passengers who vape onboard and watch videos without headphones.

Economics

2 w. ago 'Mistake' immediately after a car crash could end in £5,000 fine

A legal expert has warned drivers to take care not to make common errors after a crash - including one that could result in a hefty fine and even prison time

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2 w. ago Britain’s biggest bailiff firm forced into refunds programme after overcharging

Exclusive: Marston Holdings apologises to consumers for ‘enforcement fees’ errorBritain’s biggest bailiff company overcharged people it was pursuing for unpaid debts and has been forced to launch a refunds programme, the Guardian can reveal.Marston Holdings, which is used by companies and state-funded bodies including Transport for London to recover debts and fines, has apologised to consumers after overcharging “enforcement fees” related to unpaid road traffic penalties it was chasing. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago British holidaymakers risk being rejected from flights over unknown airport rule

A drained phone battery could leave you stranded, prevent you from boarding a flight, or even result in your device being confiscated

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3 w. ago Popular Portuguese holiday resort announces new ban on alcohol sales

The local mayor warned that futher measures could be introduced

Politics

3 w. ago UK holidaymakers to 29 European countries face major rule change in weeks

The changes will be implemented from October 12 and tourists are being urged to be aware

Politics

3 w. ago The UK's Online Safety Act is a licence for censorship – and the rest of the world is following suit | Taylor Lorenz

From the US and Australia to France and Italy, those seeking to obliterate privacy and restrict content are on the move Over the past two weeks, the UK has reportedly blocked internet users’ access to everything from SpongeBob SquarePants gifs to Spotify playlists. Information about Joe Biden’s police funding plan has been restricted, along with a post about an up-and-coming political party. Gamers say they have been unable to tweak colours in games such as Minecraft. And it’s all because of a new age verification law.Since the child safety provisions contained within the Online Safety Act came into effect on 25 July, web service providers have been forced to institute “highly effective” age verification measures to prevent children from accessing “harmful” or “adult” content. The penalty for failing to adequately comply with the act includes hefty fines and potential criminal action.Taylor Lorenz is a technology journalist who writes the newsletter User Mag and is the author of the...

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3 w. ago Ibiza and Majorca alcohol ban rules for holidaymakers including fines of up to £2,600

The Balearic Islands government has extended a decree that bans the consumption of alcoholic beverages in public spaces in highly popular tourist areas in the region

Economics

3 w. ago Edinburgh Council remarks about Oasis fans ‘snobby’, Scottish Secretary says

Ian Murray also described the ban on drinking alcohol at stadiums as ‘classist’.

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4 w. ago Do you know what this new French road sign means? Holidaymakers warned they'll be fined £118 if they break its rule

Failing to adhere to the rule notified by the new road sign - which displays a white diamond on a blue background - carries a €135 penalty, approximately £117.50.

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4 w. ago British tourist faces £174k fine for flying drone over Spanish festival

Authorities have urged holidaymakers to familiarise themselves with the strict rules

Economics