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Ticketless trains and Birmingham-to-Kashmir buses

Ticketless trains, new ATOL protection for holidays and how local communities are losing their bank branches. Consumer news with Peter White.

A look at the state of local banking in the UK - last year the four biggest banks closed 178 branches between them.

The announcement of plans for a brand new bus route, a 12 day journey direct from Birmingham to Kashmir. The Kashmiri Transport Minister explains why it's a good idea.

Plus, ticketless trains are on the Government's agenda. Will they save you money or just allow train companies to close manned offices?

Presenter: Peter White.
Producer: John Neal.

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55 minutes

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Fri 28 Sep 2012 12:00
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM

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Chapters

  • Solicitors claim car insurers are too quick to claim fraud.

    Car insurance premiums are being pushed up as the insurers are too quick to claim fraud.

    Duration: 05:33

  • Ticketless train services.

    An oyster card system for trains across the UK could mean an end to manned ticket offices.

    Duration: 05:52

  • Plans for a bus trip from Kashmir to Birmingham

    A bus trip that will take eight days and cost just Β£130 is being planned from Kashmir to Birmingham.

    Duration: 06:47

  • A petition to end the escalator alcohol tax.

    A petition on the 10 Downing Street website recieves more than 100 000 signatures and could force a debate in parliament about the escalator alcohol tax.

    Duration: 07:37

  • Animal testing

    The EU is likely to miss its target of a 2013 total ban on animal testing in Europe.

    Duration: 06:13

  • Changes to ATOL protection

    Changes come in on Monday to the way ATOL protection is offered to travellers.

    Duration: 03:41

  • Bedbugs professional 'victim'

    Last week we looked at the rise of bedbug infestations and a professional victim was mentioned. She tells Peter how her job works.

    Duration: 04:47

  • Local communities losing their bank branches

    There’s worry amongst small communities across the UK as more and more lose their local bank branches.

    Duration: 10:07

Broadcast

  • Fri 28 Sep 2012 12:00
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM

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