Ryanair is under investigation over charging parents to sit with their kids
This development reflects a broader trend of airlines prioritizing revenue over passenger convenience and safety. The practice of charging parents to sit with their children may be seen as a way for Ryanair to generate additional income, but it also raises concerns about the airline's commitment to meeting its child safety and disability-related obligations.
As this investigation unfolds, it will be interesting to see whether Ryanair's policy can withstand scrutiny under consumer law. The outcome could set a precedent for other airlines to re-examine their own seating policies and fees. The CMA's decision may also shed light on the airline's corporate priorities and its approach to customer service.
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Ryanair said the CMA’s investigation is “bogus.” | Photo by Nicolas Economou / NurPhoto via Getty Images European economy airline Ryanair is under investigation in the UK for charging parents mandatory fees to sit with their children. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said it was looking into whether the seating fees, which may be charging parents for the airline to meet its child safety and disability‑related obligations, are "unfair" under consumer law. Under Ryanair's terms and conditions, at least one parent or guardian is required to sit with children aged between 2 and 11 when they fly, which the airline calls a "mandatory family seat." This approach to seating imposes a fee - typically £8 (around $10) per flight, according to … Read the full story at The Verge.Read the original at The Verge
