General · 19 August 2026

Watchdog Probes Virgin Atlantic, Trainline Over 'Hidden' Extra Fees

The Competition and Markets Authority, Britain's consumer watchdog, is targeting "drip pricing", where companies add mandatory costs during checkout. It warned the travel firms and RED Driving School that shoppers must see the final price right away. Investigators found Virgin Atlantic attached hundreds of pounds in local taxes to holidays, while Trainline added fees of up to £2.79.

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