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New European rules to combat greenwashing and make repairs easier

29 March 2023 - The European Commission recently presented two new proposals to start helping consumers make more sustainable choices. For example, the Commission ...
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What can I do if I misspelled my name on an airline ticket?

21 March 2023 - You may recognise this situation. You book an airline ticket, but you are a little too quick in entering the ...
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Safer Internet Day: 5 tips for a 'digital detox'

6 February 2023 - The 20th edition of Safer Internet Day is on 7 February. This European initiative began in 2004 and is now ...
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Package holiday not as expected due to coronavirus restrictions? You are entitled to a price reduction

23 January 2023 - Have the hotel swimming pool and beach been closed due to COVID-19 travel restrictions? If booked travel services cannot be ...
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Parent company of vliegtickets.nl declared bankrupt

21 December 2022 - Otravo, the parent company of vliegtickets.nl amongst others, was declared bankrupt by the court in Amsterdam on 20 December. Otravo ...