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Members of the European Parliament are preparing to vote on updated air passenger rights during the July plenary session in Strasbourg. The proposed rules include compensation after a three-hour delay and fee-free seating for children travelling with accompanying adults.
The vote forms part of the Parliament’s 6 to 9 July agenda, which also includes debates on the June European Council summit, Ukraine and Moldova’s EU paths, social security co-ordination and support for farmers affected by fertiliser costs.
Supporters of the air passenger proposals say they would provide clearer protections for travellers affected by disruption. Airlines and member states have previously raised concerns about the cost and operational impact of passenger compensation rules, meaning further negotiation may still be required.