Ryanair boss slams 'gobbledygook' EU rule change to flight bookings

EU air passenger rights rules prompting debate require airlines to display fares that include at least one carry‑on bag before booking. Ryanair chief Michael O’Leary dismissed the change as gobbledygook and bureaucratic bunkum, arguing it would mislead consumers about the lowest fares that exclude a second cabin bag. The European Commission says the update improves transparency and fairer comparisons, while the UK is expected to follow after Brexit. O’Leary also criticized broader aviation regulation, including the ETS and ATC delays, urging leaders to tackle reforms to boost competitiveness rather than burden fares with new rules.