Foley criticises Government over airline compo

THE Director of Consumer Affairs has criticised the Government for its “lack of consultation” in deciding her office will have responsibility for handling compensation claims by travellers against airlines from next month.

Carmel Foley said her office is facing additional administrative costs because of the move.

The Irish Examiner has learned the Department of Transport had taken the decision in principle that her office would take over responsibility for policing the new EU legislation without informing Ms Foley.