A passenger went viral for vacuum-packing 20kg of clothing into a small backpack to avoid Ryanair's luggage fees. Meanwhile, Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary called for airport alcohol limits to curb rising onboard disruption. These developments highlight increasing tensions between budget airlines and passengers regarding cost-saving tactics and flight safety.

Summary based on Hexham Courant article

Martin Lewis warned holidaymakers that traditional bank cards often impose hidden fees of up to 3% on international transactions. Switching to specialist travel cards or paying in local currency can eliminate these extra costs for travelers heading abroad this summer.

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The Erskine Bridge will undergo a series of lane closures throughout the month to allow for essential maintenance work. Transport Scotland has scheduled the repairs to ensure the long-term structural integrity of the crossing over the River Clyde.

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