#52026SC0233EU proposal to strengthen rail passenger protection for single tickets
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The measure supports changes to EU rail passenger rights so travellers using a single ticket for journeys involving more than one rail operator receive clearer protection when something goes wrong. The problem is that cross-border and multi-operator rail trips often do not offer true through-tickets, leaving passengers exposed if a delay or cancellation breaks a connection. The practical aim is to make rail travel easier to rely on across the EU. Passengers would benefit from stronger rights to continue their journey, while rail operators and ticket sellers would face clearer expectations around ticketing, assistance, and handling disruptions.
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Key Changes
- Targets gaps in passenger protection for rail journeys involving multiple operators under a single ticket
- Supports stronger journey-continuation rights when delays or cancellations disrupt connections
- Sets clearer expectations for rail operators and ticket sellers on assistance and ticketing practices