Rail passengers face fare rises in the new year, with some tickets in England, Scotland and Wales going up by double the rate of inflation. Fares are to increase by averages of 6% and 7% respectively from 2 January 2009. Train companies said the ...read more

Shannon Airport is the first in Europe to be granted pre-clearance facilities for both customs and immigration for transatlantic services to the US. The move will allow passengers to undertake all necessary inspections before departing Shannon fo...read more