Rail fares are set to rise 3.8%. the increase, which is tied to july's inflation figures, usually takes effect in january, but is being delayed in england until march to give more passengers the chance to renew their season tickets at 2021 prices. the uk has signalled that it would accept a role for the european court ofjustice in the administration of the northern ireland protocol. british negotiators are also said to be willing to adopt a staged approach to settling issues arising from the protocol, rather than reaching one comprehensive deal. the talks with the eu are finishing today for ch...