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flag UK to raise passport fees by 8% in April 2026, drawing criticism over cost-of-living impact.

flag The UK government, under Prime Minister Keir Starmer, proposes raising passport fees by 8% starting April 8, 2026, increasing adult postal applications from £107 to £115.50 and child fees from £74 to £80. flag The move, aimed at reducing taxpayer funding for passport services, has drawn criticism from the SNP, which calls it a burdensome hike during a cost-of-living crisis. flag The party argues the increase disproportionately affects families already facing high energy, food, and housing costs, and warns it will make international travel more expensive. flag Parliament must approve the changes before they take effect.

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