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Scene at Stansted this afternoon

Ryanair forced to cancel number of UK flights over thunderstorms

Affected customers have been told they can get a refund or free move to the next available flight.

RYANAIR HAS APOLOGISED to customers after they were forced to cancel a number of flights at Stansted due to thunderstorms.

Flight services across the UK have been severely disrupted after restrictions were put in place by air traffic control due to the weather.

Passengers have described chaotic scenes at Stansted Airport today as the knock on effect has caused further delays and cancellations.

In a statement Ryanair said: “Due to thunderstorms in Stansted last night (27 July), Ryanair were forced to cancel a number of flights.

The knock on effect of this and ATC staff shortages has caused further disruptions today (28 July) including delays and cancellations.

“Affected customers have been notified be email and SMS text message and advised of their options of a refund or free move to the next available flight.

“Ryanair sincerely apologise for these weather and ATC disruptions which are entirely beyond our control.”

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    Jun 3rd 2019, 7:20 PM

    Tragic to lose 3 ladies in an accident like that. RIP.

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    Jun 3rd 2019, 8:01 PM

    @Tweety McTweeter: true. Imagine to live to that age and die like that. I hope that they’re in a better place.

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    Jun 3rd 2019, 9:16 PM

    Sincere condolences to family and friends.R.I.P.

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    Jun 4th 2019, 12:05 AM

    RIP. An horrific tragedy and condolences to Michael and the families.

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    Jun 3rd 2019, 10:17 PM

    Didnt like him as a minister but may she rest in peace . Thinking of all the families involved RIP

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    Jun 4th 2019, 2:03 AM

    @Denise Prendergast: No need for that comment. He just lost his sister in very tragic circumstances.

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    Jun 4th 2019, 2:10 PM

    @Denise Prendergast: don’t destroy your sentiment with raquish comment

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    Jun 4th 2019, 1:03 AM

    RIP ladies tragic loss for Michael Noonans family and the other families no need for any political innuendos please.

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