Michael O’Leary called changes to air passenger rights “gobbledygook” and “bureaucratic bunkum” in a statement published on the airline’s website on June 16.

The rules, announced a day earlier, require airlines to display fares including at least one carry-on bag before the booking process begins.

The European Commission says the update will improve transparency and help customers make fairer comparisons.

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Mr O’Leary said: “These latest EU261 regulations are more bureaucratic bunkum from the EU Parliament and Council.

“Instead of encouraging EU airlines to advertise our lowest fares (which exclude second cabin bags), which is what over 50% of our customers choose, these new rubbish regulations require airlines to falsely advertise higher air fares, making EU airlines even less competitive.”

Ryanair claims the rule will mislead passengers who want the cheapest fares, which do not include a second cabin bag.

According to the airline, around half of its customers select the basic option and travel with just a small under-seat bag.

The UK is expected to follow suit with the rule change, as EU261 was adopted into British law post-Brexit.

Mr O’Leary also criticised the EU’s broader approach to aviation regulation.

He said: “As usual, neither the EU Parliament, nor the Council, have done anything to improve the competitiveness of EU airlines by abolishing Europe’s failed harmful ETS taxation or reforming the EU’s broken ATC system.”

The Emissions Trading System (ETS) requires companies to buy permits for each tonne of carbon they emit—costs Ryanair believes further harm airline competitiveness.

Mr O’Leary argued that more pressing issues, such as air traffic control (ATC) delays, are being ignored.

He said: “Europe’s ATC system accounts for over 90% of airline delays, yet the airlines are not allowed to recover our EU261 costs from these failing Government monopolies.

“At a time when Putin invaded Ukraine, and there is a war in the Middle East, Europe needs to be more competitive if it is to deliver growth.

“At this time of international crisis, all the EU Parliament and Council can do is invent new regulations.

“This will now force airlines to advertise higher air fares (which include second cabin bag fees) instead of advertising our lowest air fares (which exclude second cabin bag fees) which is what more than 50% of Ryanair passengers choose on a daily basis.”

He urged Ursula von der Leyen and EU leaders to focus on meaningful reforms.

Mr O’Leary said: “Ryanair again calls on Ursula von der Leyen, and the EU Parliament, to stop making rubbish regulations which makes EU air travel less competitive, and instead do something competitive for European consumers.”

Among other rule changes is a new ban on denying boarding for return flights if a passenger did not take the outbound leg.

However, Ryanair maintains that the carry-on change will confuse customers looking for the lowest fare and further burden airlines with unnecessary red tape.

The song is in opposition to the whole ‘looksmaxxing’ trend

The Fountain in Ely, has been listed for sale on its website after being inactive for years

A 200-year-old pub has been listed for sale just weeks after a bid to turn the building into a staff room was withdrawn. Planning documents said the landlord of The Fountain, Ely, had agreed to sell the pub to King’s Ely school if the plans were approved.

Punters spotted fliers in the pub titled “THE FOUNTAIN”, “FOR SALE” with “interested in purchasing?” above a QR code redirecting them to the pub’s website. The website had been inactive since at least August 2023 according to the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine.

Visitors are now greeted with a description of the property and a “Buyer Qualification Enquiry” form asking for details and intended use of the pub. A notice above the form states: “Submission of this form does not constitute an offer or agreement of any kind.

“The vendor reserves the right to decline to proceed with any enquiry without providing reasons. All information provided will be treated in confidence.”

Options for intended use include keeping it as a pub, changing the use to residential or commercial, redevelopment and undecided/exploring options. An indicative offer drop-down box allows potential buyers to pick from £400,000-£500,000 at the lowest up to £700,000+.

Joe Moor, who has been campaigning to save the pub, welcomed the news but warned it may not be the end of their battle yet.

He said: “It’s encouraging to see there’s a willingness to sell it but unless there’s a proper process with it on the open market, it could just be a meaningless gesture.”

The owners of The Fountain pub have been approached for comment.

Club: AC Milan Age: 40 Position: Midfielder Caps: 198 Goals: 29

Croatia’s captain and talisman has recovered from a fractured cheekbone on 26 April to stay on course for his 200th cap this summer.

Fifa only recognises three male players with more appearances for their country: Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo, Bader Al-Mutawa of Kuwait and Argentina’s Lionel Messi.

Modric, the 2018 Ballon d’Or winner, is yet to decide on his future following AC Milan’s failure to qualify for the Champions League.

He was heavily relied on to dictate the team’s tempo in 2025-26 and played his most league minutes (2,788) in a season since 2010-11 with Spurs.

A glorious 13 years at Real Madrid began ignominiously when he was voted ‘worst signing of 2012’ in a poll by Madrid-based sports daily Marca.

But Modric more than proved his worth – claiming 28 trophies, including six Champions Leagues and four La Liga titles at Real.

The incident is said to have happened in Bar Lane, off Micklegate, around 10pm on Tuesday evening (June 16).

North Yorkshire Police said the arrested man is in custody and is being questioned.

A force spokesperson said: “The victim is receiving specialist support whilst the investigation continues.

“The scene has been cordoned off to the public to allow for a forensic investigation.”

As reported by The Press, officers have been stationed between the junction of Micklegate and Bar Lane and the boundary of George Stephenson House, a Network Rail building, all morning and remain in place.

Bar Lane, off Micklegate in York has been the scene of a police cordon today (Wednesday, June 17) (Image: Kevin Glenton)

The cordoned-off area is approximately 60 metres long and is on the Bar Walls side of the road.

A steep bank runs up from a low wall towards the Bar Walls and is covered in shrubs and bushes along its length with a number of tall, mature trees covering the site.

Proprietors and staff of the various retail and hospitality businesses from Nunnery Lane as far as Trinity Lane / Barker Lane were open at various times from around 7am and one owner who cycled into work said he saw the cordon up at that time.

The Network Rail building has been open as normal and traffic has been passing through Micklegate and Bar Lane unaffected by the cordon.

The North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “Witnesses or anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam footage are urged to come forward.

“If you can help in any way, please contact North Yorkshire Police on 101.

“Or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or by making an online report.

“Please quote reference number 12260111552 when providing details.”

He also breached a court order by hiding devices used to store the disgusting images.

A repeat offender is in custody after he was caught with more than 18,000 child abuse photos and videos.

Dominic Dalgleish also breached a court order by hiding devices used to store the disgusting images.

Dalgleish, 24, appeared at Hamilton Sheriff Court this week.

He admitted downloading and possessing indecent images at his home in Banff Place, East Kilbride, between October 2023 and November last year.

Dalgleish also admitted failing to make devices available for inspection to police officers.

The court heard that he was convicted of possessing child abuse images in June 2023.

At that time he was given a community payback order and made the subject of a five-year sexual offences prevention order.

Dalgleish was also banned from contact with children and not allowed to go near playparks, schools or leisure centres.

Calum Frame, prosecuting, told the court this week that police armed with a search warrant went to his home on November 5 after being told about possible further offending.

Dalgleish told them the only devices he had were a personal computer and a phone.

But when officers searched the kitchen they found an Amazon TV box and a USB stick hidden behind a kickboard.

There were child abuse images on both items.

Mr Frame stated: “In total police found !7,078 photos and 1,139 videos on devices seized in his home.”

Sheriff Linda Nicolson deferred sentence until next month for background reports.

Dalgleish, who has been in prison since his arrest in November, was again remanded in custody.

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The cyclist’s injuries were described as serious but not life threatening

A cyclist was left with serious injuries after a hit-and-run crash. It happened in Newmarket, on the Cambridgeshire border at around 10pm on June 9 and involved a cyclist and a vehicle.

It happened at the junction of Exning Road and Studlands Park Avenue. The cyclist, a woman, fell from her bike and the vehicle failed to stop at the scene. The woman, aged in her 30s, sustained serious but not life threatening injuries.

Suffolk Police are now appealing for anyone who witnessed the crash, or anyone who has dashcam footage to get in touch. Police are particularly keen to speak to two male witnesses who were believed to be in the area at the time.

Anyone with information should contact Suffolk Police on 101 quoting 37/33123/26.

The Citizen Men’s Silver Chronograph Bracelet Watch has been flagged as ‘most-viewed’ on the Argos website

Shoppers preparing for Father’s Day can take advantage of substantial savings on this watch through click and collect in a major Argos sale. A watch makes for both a meaningful keepsake and a useful present, with the retailer currently offering an extensive selection of discounted watches from brands including Sekonda and Citizen, available to browse on their website here.

The Citizen Men’s Silver Chronograph Bracelet Watch has been flagged as ‘most-viewed’ on the website, with its price slashed from £200 to £120. Featuring an elegant blue face, this watch has earned nearly five stars from satisfied customers online.

On the Argos website, the full product description reads: “This Quartz men’s Chronograph watch from Citizen features a stainless steel bracelet and case, a blue dial with stopwatch functionality, date window, luminous hour and minute hands and is water resistant to 100 metres.”

Features of the watch include:

• Analogue display
• Blue dial
• Case width 44mm
• Stainless steel case
• Silver coloured stainless steel bracelet
• 22mm lug width
• Battery power
• Quartz movement
• Water resistant to 100m
• No bezel
• Chronograph watch
• Date display
• Stopwatch feature

Meanwhile, on the Debenhams website, customers have been raving about the STÜHRLING Original Menai Dual Time Automatic 47mm Skeleton dial, which has been slashed by 88%. The Debenhams website shows it was initially priced at £1,895 and has been reduced to £221.25 (prices correct at time of publication), reports the Liverpool Echo.

For those with a more generous budget, H Samuel’s website features the Citizen Sport Eco-Drive Chronograph Black Dial and Stainless Steel Watch at £399.

Looking at the Argos reviews for the watch, one customer commented: “The watch is stunning, easy to see the time with the blue face and chrome digits. Also nice and chunky.”

Another review stated: “This is the second Citizen watch like this I have bought for my husband for everyday wear. He just really likes the watch, he said it’s reliable and he can see the time without putting his glasses on! It’s a good looking watch. His other one lasted 15 years, so great value.”

A third satisfied buyer remarked: “I bought this as a present for my son-in-law. It was very well received!”.

Another review noted: “Amazing stylish classy watch, looks the part. Everyone likes this watch, it is amazing. Great purchase.”

That said, one customer did note that they’d prefer it if the watch was solar powered. This was reflected in a review which read: “Fantastic watch I’ve got a few Citizen watches. Lovely, just wish this one was solar powered like the rest of my other watches.”

Another did mention that the watch is a ‘bit on the heavy side’ which could be worth bearing in mind.

You can check out the discounted watch on the Argos website here.

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A former London Clinic healthcare worker has been issued a formal caution by the Information Commissioner’s Office

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A former employee at the London Clinic has received a formal caution from the Information Commissioner’s Office following the deliberate misuse of the Princess of Wales’ confidential medical records and an attempt to sell them for personal gain.

The healthcare worker was employed at the private hospital where Kate Middleton underwent abdominal surgery. They were struck off and dismissed following an investigation into allegations that medical records had been unlawfully accessed by staff in 2024.

As previously reported by The Mirror, at least one member of staff attempted to view Kate’s notes while she was a patient at the prestigious central London hospital in January 2024. The Princess was admitted for abdominal surgery on 16 January 2024.

The ICO launched a criminal investigation in March 2024 into the unlawful obtaining and disclosure of medical information to a third party without the consent of the data controller, after the London Clinic reported a data breach.

At the time, it was reported that at least one member of staff had attempted to access Kate’s notes during her stay at the private central London hospital in January, reports the Daily Star.

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The ICO announced on Wednesday: “Following a full assessment under the Code for Crown Prosecutors and the ICO’s Prosecution Policy, the ICO issued a now former healthcare professional from London with a formal caution in relation to an offence under section 170(5) of the Data Protection Act 2018.

“The conduct involved the deliberate misuse of highly sensitive personal information and an offer to disclose it for financial gain, representing a clear breach of trust.”

The ICO said a caution was “the appropriate and proportionate enforcement response”.

It added: “We also considered whether there were any wider organisational issues arising from the healthcare provision in this matter. Based on the evidence available, we did not identify any failings that would meet the threshold for regulatory enforcement.”

Ian Hulme, executive director for regulatory supervision, said: “People should be able to trust that the personal information they’re giving to healthcare settings is safe and protected from exploitation. When this trust is broken, it’s right that the law allows us to take action.

“We will not hesitate to pursue criminal prosecution where it is necessary and proportionate to do so.”

The King was also receiving care at the facility during the same period as Kate, undergoing treatment for his enlarged prostate. During his three-night admission, doctors discovered he had a “form of cancer”, for which he continues to receive treatment.

Buckingham Palace was contacted over the alleged breach concerning Kate, as the clinic assured the King’s private medical records had not been assessed.

Speaking to the Mirror, a source said: “This has been a complex and delicate matter involving a senior member of the royal family and one of the world’s most trusted hospitals.

“There has been great anxiousness on all sides and it has been wholly appropriate that the correct procedures during the investigation have been followed.”

A spokesperson for The London Clinic said: “We all take considerable pride in delivering the very highest standards of care and discretion for every patient at The London Clinic. We are pleased our work with the ICO has brought this sad and isolated incident to a conclusion. There were no regulatory breaches by the hospital.”

An email shows Reform prioritising Makerfield over the seats in the North East of Scotland.

Reform UK has been accused of “giving up” in two Scottish by elections after party members were ordered to campaign in Manchester.

Martyn Greene, Scotland Director of Nigel Farage’s right wing outfit, said a “small army” was required to stop Andy Burnham winning in Makerfield.

Polls show Burnham is the favourite to win on Thursday in a contest that could end up with him challenging Keir Starmer for the job of Prime Minister.

But two Westminster by-elections are also taking place on the same day in Scotland.

The election of SNP stalwarts Stephen Flynn and Stephen Gethins means there are vacancies to fill in Aberdeen South and Arbroath and Broughty Ferry.

The Aberdeen South constituency has seen visits by high profile Reform figures, but an email by Greene has urged members to prioritise Makerfield.

He wrote: “Please come and help in Makerfield by-election from Monday 15th onwards. We need as many boots on the ground as we can possibly get.

“Latest polling shows it’s absolutely neck and neck between ourselves and Labour. We know that if Burnham is elected, then he will immediately seek to replace Starmer as the Prime Minister. Having a PM which is even harder to the left than Starmer will be an absolute disaster for the country!”

Greene asked members to complete a form to show which days this week they could travel to Manchester.

He concluded: “We really do need a small army to help us campaign in these final days. Please help if you can.”

A Scottish Tory source said: “They are giving up.”

Sources say Aberdeen South is a two-way fight between the SNP and the Tories after the collapse of the Labour vote.

Insiders expect the SNP to hold the Arbroath and Broughty Ferry seat.