US EditionBrussels Initiates Proceedings Against Spain for Fines on Airlines Charging for Hand Luggage
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The Ministry of Consumer Affairs replies that the sanctions on airlines for collecting carry-on baggage "are scrupulously in line with both Spanish legislation and European jurisdiction, as referred to in the judgment of the Court of Justice"
On Wednesday, the European Commission announced an infringement procedure against Spain for the 179 million euro fine that the government imposed on Ryanair, Vueling Easyjet, Norwegian and Volotea almost a year ago for charging supplements for hand baggage or booking adjoining seats to accompany dependants.Brussels considers that the Spanish Air Navigation Law restricts their freedom to set prices and gives the Spanish authorities a two-month pe…
The European Commission initiates infringement proceedings against Spain for not allowing airlines to "apply additional charges" for carry-on baggage.
The Association of Air Lines (ALA) has expressed its satisfaction with the decision of the European Commission to open a file of infringement to Spain following the sanctions imposed by the Ministry of Consumption on several airlines for charging surcharges for hand baggage. The association reiterates that these practices are "legal" emphasizing that [...] The ticket Airlines celebrate that Europe supports the freedom of airlines to charge for h…
Hand luggage fees: consumer groups regret EU Commission's challenge of Spain airlines fines
Hand luggage fees: consumer groups regret EU Commission's challenge of Spain airlines fines sandrine.carpentier Wed, 10/08/2025 - 13:13 Today, the European Commission opened a rule-breaking procedure against the Spanish government for fining five airlines (1) for their unfair hand-luggage pricing practices in May 2024. The overall fine amounted to €179 million. This decision takes place while Spanish courts are yet to give their decision on Rya…
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