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Spain fines budget airlines including Ryanair €179m

2024-11-23 02:00:03

Spain has fined five budget airlines a total of €179m (£149m) for "abusive practices" including charging for hand luggage.

Ryanair has been given the largest fine of €108m (£90m), followed by EasyJet's penalty of €29m (£24m).

Vueling, Norwegian and Volotea were issued with sanctions by Spain's Consumer Rights Ministry on Friday.

The ministry said it plans to ban practices such as charging extra for carry-on hand luggage and reserving seats for children.