EasyJet increase in APD - you may have already paid it - get it refunded

I booked my Easyjet flights (for Aug 2007) on the 7thDec06. At the time of booking I did think that I was already paying the increased APD, especially as the amount I paid is still the amount showing on their website. However I did still get the email from Easyjet requesting the extra £5 per person, and as I was scared of losing my flights I paid the extra £20 ( in total) and emailed them with my concerns about already having paid this amount. Guess what - they agreed with me.:j
This is what they said....

Thank you for your e-mail regarding the increased Air Passenger Duty (APD)
Having checked our records I can confirm that you were charged the increased APD at the time of booking. I have therefore authorised a refund of £ 20.00, which will be credited to the card used for payment on the original booking within 5-10 working days.

We would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused and we wish a pleasant journey with easyJet.


If any of you think that you have paid this increase in APD, then I suggest you email Easyjet.

Hope this is useful to someone.