Ryanair passengers outraged over new “scandalous” boarding pass fee
Ryanair passengers have expressed outrage after being charged a fee to access their boarding passes online. Travellers took to social media to vent their frustration, claiming they were required to pay up to £21 for a seat booking in order to access an e-boarding pass.
According to the BBC, passengers have said they were left with no choice but to pay the fee or queue for a paper pass at the airport. The new charge, which has been described as “scandalous,” has sparked a wave of indignant comments on social media platforms.
Ryanair has not yet responded to the BBC’s requests for comment, and it remains unclear how many passengers have been affected by the new policy. The airline has not provided details on the scope of the charge, which was first reported in the Mail Online.
The controversial fee appears to have been introduced in the past few days, leaving many passengers feeling blindsided. Travellers have criticized the airline for adding extra charges for basic services, such as obtaining a boarding pass.
Low-cost airlines like Ryanair have been known to implement additional fees for services such as seat selection, baggage handling, and legroom upgrades. This pricing strategy, known as “drip pricing,” has faced scrutiny from consumers and regulators alike.
The UK government recently held a public consultation to address hidden fees and drip pricing in various industries, including airlines. The findings of the consultation are pending, but concerns about unfair pricing practices have been raised by consumer rights experts.
The latest controversy surrounding Ryanair’s new boarding pass fee has reignited the debate over fair pricing in the airline industry. Passengers affected by the new charge are encouraged to share their experiences with the BBC by emailing [email protected].
As for Ryanair, the airline’s decision to introduce the new fee has drawn widespread criticism, with some passengers calling for transparency and fairness in pricing policies. The issue is likely to attract further attention as consumers and regulators seek to address hidden fees and excessive charges across various sectors.