Jet fuel fears compel UK to change summer airline cancellation rules
Heads up if you're flying with UK airlines this summer. Due to fuel supply issues from the Iran war blocking the Strait of Hormuz, the government is allowing airlines to proactively cancel and consolidate flights to avoid last-minute chaos. They say it's to protect passenger rights to rerouting or refunds and to prevent empty 'ghost flights.' The Transport Secretary assures there are no immediate shortages, but they're planning ahead to avoid disruption. Also, the PM warns this crisis will impact the economy and inflation differently than past events, stressing things won't just 'return to normal' even if the Strait reopens.
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