The European Commission has today launched legal proceedings against the Spanish authorities, over concerns many hospitals are unlawfully refusing the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).
Consumers buying insurance are now better protected thanks to new rules which will stop insurers unfairly rejecting claims because they didn't bother to ask crucial questions.
Travel companies must provide consumers with clear, transparent and timely information when advertising and selling flights and holidays, under new guidelines issued today.
Holidaymakers needing medical treatment in crisis-hit Spain and Greece should beware of having their European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) unlawfully refused.
From next Monday travellers will have a clearer idea about whether their holiday is financially protected, as they'll be given a certificate if they book an Atol-covered trip.
With the summer festival season in full swing, there are a number of steps you can take to protect your belongings, and your wallet, if all goes wrong.
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has published new rules to stop consumers from being sold packaged current accounts with benefits they can't use.
27 July 2012
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