The Sunday Post (Newcastle)

What you should do if the big freeze left you out of pocket

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The big freeze wreaked havoc across the UK over the past fortnight, leading to widespread travel disruption and events being scrapped.

These included an X Factor gig at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow which was axed due to the atrocious conditions, leaving thousands of fans disappoint­ed.

But if you suffered transport troubles or bought tickets for events which were cancelled, you may be able to get your money back.

Rail passengers are able to claim compensati­on even if the train operator is not responsibl­e for the disruption.

You are entitled to compensati­on for any delay of 30 minutes or more, which is usually at least 50% of the fare.

If a rail journey is cancelled, passengers may be able to use their ticket to get another train or claim a full refund if they decide not to travel.

Dozens of flights were disrupted during the extreme cold snap.

When flights are delayed, airline passengers are entitled to: Two free phone calls, faxes or emails Free meals and refreshmen­ts for delays of more than two hours

Free hotel accommodat­ion and transfers if an overnight stay is required

If a flight is cancelled or delayed by more than five hours and a passenger decides not to travel, they should be offered an alternativ­e flight or a full refund.

However, passengers cannot claim additional compensati­on due to bad weather because it is out of the airline’s control. Passengers may be able to make a claim through their travel insurance.

Everything from concerts and plays to smaller local events were cancelled at the last minute due to the snowstorms.

If you had a ticket for an event, you should have been offered either an alternativ­e date or refund. If not, you should demand one from the organisers.

 ??  ?? A motorist stops under a warning sign in Edinburgh during the snow alert
A motorist stops under a warning sign in Edinburgh during the snow alert

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