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Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and RED Driving School investigated for drip pricing

UK Gov Online Safety
August 19, 2026(14 days ago)

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The UK government is investigating major companies for 'drip pricing' - a deceptive practice where hidden fees are added during checkout rather than shown upfront. While not directly about child safety, this matters to parents as it teaches children about online shopping scams and unfair practices they may encounter.