You will therefore need to look at the retailer's Christmas returns policy, as many provide for extended return periods during the festive season. You DON'T need the receiptLet me dispel the 'you need the receipt to return unwanted gifts' myth; you do not. This is thanks to a law called UK261, which also says you can claim compensation if the flight is cancelled less than 14 days prior to your date of departure. But if you arrived three or more hours late to your final destination, you may be entitled to compensation. However, the airline will be able to dodge your compensation claim if the cause of the delay (or cancellation) was an event that falls within the definition of 'extraordinary circumstances'.

Source: Daily Mail December 27, 2023 15:55 UTC