Online package holidays to get tougher protection

New EU-driven rules on refunds aim to plug gap in UK consumer rights between online customers and those who visit a travel agentTravellers booking package holidays online are to receive greater protection if a holiday company goes bust, under government proposals to strengthen rules.The government said enhanced regulations, due to take effect in July 2018, would better protect an extra 10m UK package holidays booked over the internet. Related: Want a cheap holiday? Avoid Spain, says Tui bossCont