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Reform UK Would Axe Northern High-Speed Rail Schemes

Richard Tice announces Reform UK would axe HS2 northern leg and Northern Powerhouse Rail, prioritising road and local rail upgrades instead, in a major policy shift affecting northern infrastructure.

Manchester Airport Chaos: Britain's Worst Queues Exposed

Exclusive report reveals Manchester Airport is the UK's worst for endless queues and travel disruption. Furious passengers face hours-long delays, missed flights, and mounting frustration as the travel hub descends into chaos.

EU Border Chaos: 14-Hour Queues Warning for Brits

British travellers are being warned of severe delays and 'nightmare' queues at EU borders this autumn due to the launch of a new biometric Entry/Exit System. Experts predict waits of up to 14 hours, threatening summer getaways and vital ferry services.

The UK's Worst Airport For Summer Delays Revealed

UK holidaymakers are facing travel chaos as one major airport is named the worst for flight delays this summer. New data reveals the airport with the lengthiest waits and the best alternatives for a stress-free getaway.

HS2 endangers protected newts and bats

The HS2 rail project is endangering protected wildlife, including great crested newts and bats, as construction disrupts their habitats. Conservationists raise alarms over inadequate protections.

Reeves unveils Labour's green construction plan

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlines Labour's ambitious environmental policies to revolutionise UK construction and infrastructure, balancing economic growth with sustainability.

Reeves plans major UK planning reforms

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping changes to planning laws, aiming to accelerate major infrastructure projects like HS2 and boost economic growth.

HS2 to demolish homes in Whitmore Heath

Residents of Whitmore Heath are in uproar as HS2 confirms plans to demolish homes, leaving families in limbo. Is Britain's most controversial rail project worth the human cost?

HS2 project threatens ancient Staffordshire woodland

The HS2 high-speed rail project encounters fresh opposition as environmentalists protest the destruction of Whitmore Heath, a vital ancient woodland in Staffordshire, raising concerns over biodiversity loss.

HS2 boss gets £750k pay as project struggles

The newly appointed HS2 chairman, Sir Jon Thompson, is set to receive a staggering £750,000 annual pay package, raising eyebrows amid project delays and budget cuts.

3-hour airport delays cause UK travel chaos

Major airports across the UK are experiencing severe delays and travel chaos, with passengers facing up to three-hour waits. Discover the causes and what to expect.

UK air traffic failure grounds hundreds of flights

A major air traffic control failure has caused widespread flight disruptions across the UK, with Heathrow and Gatwick airports heavily affected. Passengers face delays and cancellations as authorities scramble to resolve the issue.

UK driving test delays hit record highs

Learner drivers across the UK face unprecedented waiting times for driving tests, with delays stretching up to six months in some areas. The DVSA blames a surge in demand and examiner shortages.

5-month waits for UK driving tests spark crisis

New drivers across the UK are struggling to book driving tests, with waiting times stretching up to five months due to severe backlogs. Experts warn the delays could worsen without urgent action.

NSW Commuters Stranded Amid Transport Chaos

Commuters across New South Wales are enduring severe disruptions as transport delays and breakdowns leave thousands stranded at stations. Read more about the escalating crisis.

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