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Wed 01 Jan 2007New Aer Lingus baggage charges introducedAir travellers seeking bargains face substantial fare increases from today with the introduction by Aer Lingus of baggage charges on short-haul flights.For the average traveller with two items of baggage, the new charges could mean price increases of up to 40-50 per cent on current Aer Lingus fares.