Sophie Buchan

Guidance from Money Saving Expert highlights common causes of slow Wi-Fi, advising users to position routers centrally, avoid obstacles and interference, and use the main phone socket for better performance. It warns that many households overpay when out of contract and outlines situations where consumers may cancel broadband agreements without fees, based on Citizens Advice guidance.

Manchester Airport is expanding accessibility support for passengers with hidden disabilities by offering sunflower lanyards, which signal that wearers may require additional time or assistance. The lanyard now provides access to all departure security lanes, where staff trained in hidden disability awareness are available to help. Travellers can collect lanyards at Assistance Reception areas in Terminals 2 and 3. Hidden Disabilities Sunflower explains that the lanyard promotes understanding and inclusivity for those with non-visible conditions and is recognized in multiple countries.

Jet2 advises passengers to bring a physical payment card to ensure smooth onboard transactions, noting that only card payments are accepted and chip-and-PIN may be required despite expanded contactless options. The airline reiterates rules prohibiting smoking and the consumption of alcohol not purchased on board, and warns that disruptive passengers may be refused boarding or banned from future flights.