Over 800 cross Channel in record December day
A record 803 people crossed the English Channel in small boats on December 20, 2025, marking a major surge. The total for the year now stands at 41,455. Read the full analysis.
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Christmas travel chaos hits ferry ports and trains
Thousands face Christmas travel chaos with long Dover ferry queues and major train cancellations. RAC warns of record 37.5m leisure trips. Plan your journey now.
Over 41,000 cross Channel in small boats in 2025
More than 41,000 migrants have crossed the English Channel in 2025 after 803 people made the journey in 13 dinghies this weekend. Read the latest figures and government response.
Channel Crossings Exceed 41,000 in 2025
Latest figures reveal over 41,000 people have crossed the English Channel in small boats in 2025, with a significant spike of 803 arrivals in a single day. Discover the details of this ongoing migration challenge.
Channel Clashes: Tear Gas Fired as 700 Migrant Boats Land
Violent clashes erupted in northern France as migrants attempted a Channel crossing. Hours later, over 700 people arrived on UK shores, marking a major surge in small boat activity. Read the full report.
Dover Ferry Delays Hit Christmas Travellers After IT Failure
Thousands face severe delays at the Port of Dover after a French border control IT system collapse. Plan your journey and check latest updates now.
French IT issues cause hour-long Dover delays for Christmas getaway
Ferry passengers face hour-long queues at Dover as French border IT systems fail, disrupting the UK's busiest Christmas getaway. Plan ahead and allow extra time.
Glen Rosa ferry delayed again, now due 2026
The overdue CalMac ferry Glen Rosa faces a fresh six-month delay due to corrosion repairs, pushing delivery to 2026 and costs soaring. Read the latest on this ferry fiasco.
Germany cracks down on Channel people smuggling gangs
New German law imposes 10-year prison terms for smugglers targeting the UK. The move boosts UK-Germany cooperation to tackle illegal migration and organised crime.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Shetland Mum's Shock £140 Roaming Bill on UK Ferry
A Shetland woman was charged £140 in mobile roaming fees on a domestic ferry. Discover why it happened and how to avoid similar charges on UK lifeline services.
UK-Greece pact targets Channel and Med people smugglers
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper signs a new UK-Greece agreement to tackle smuggling gangs and disrupt small boat supplies. Includes £1.5m for North African job schemes.
Brexit adds 'new dimension' to Channel crossings
MPs told Brexit is 'part of the narrative' for migrants crossing the Channel, as the UK lost a key returns agreement with the EU. Read the full analysis.
Estonia ferry disaster caused by bow failure, report confirms
New report definitively concludes the 1994 Estonia ferry sinking was due to bow failure, not collision or explosion. Read the final findings on Europe's worst maritime disaster.
Welsh Town's Christmas Destroyed by Torrential Flooding
Families in Briton Ferry, Wales, saw Christmas ruined as floodwater deluged homes, soaking presents and forcing evacuations. More rain is forecast. Read the full story.
Waist-deep pothole finally filled after 40-year saga
A notorious pothole in County Tyrone, so deep a councillor stood inside it, has been repaired as part of a £160,000 road resurfacing project after decades of sinking into a peat bog.
Tourist dies as car plunges from Menorca ferry
A 67-year-old tourist has died after his vehicle fell from a ferry into the freezing sea in Menorca. Divers were deployed in the emergency response. Follow for updates.
South Korea ferry runs aground after phone distraction
A South Korean ferry carrying 267 people ran aground after the helmsman was distracted by his phone. All passengers were safely rescued. Read the full report.
South Korea ferry incident leaves multiple injured
A ferry carrying 267 people ran aground off South Korea's southwest coast, resulting in multiple minor injuries. Rescue operations are underway. Read the latest updates.
DFDS ferry porn broadcast sparks passenger outrage
Children were left screaming after a hardcore porn film mistakenly played on a DFDS ferry from France to Britain. Read the full story and the company's apology.
DFDS ferry broadcasts porn film, company apologises
DFDS ferry company issues a profound apology after an adult film was mistakenly shown to passengers, including children, on a France to Sussex crossing. Read the full story.
Hardcore porn mistakenly shown on DFDS ferry
DFDS ferry passengers left horrified after adult film accidentally broadcast following F1 race. Children were screaming as explicit content played in lounge. Read the full story.
Stena Line Discount Codes: Save on Ferry Travel
Discover how to secure massive savings on Stena Line ferry crossings with our exclusive discount codes and money-saving tips for UK travellers.
Channel migrant crossings hit 4-day pause - longest in year
The English Channel has experienced its longest migrant-free period in over a year, with no crossings recorded for four consecutive days as the Home Office's intensified enforcement measures show early signs of impact.
Chloe Ferry moves on with new romance after breakup
Geordie Shore star Chloe Ferry confirms she's already moved on from her recent breakup, revealing exciting details about her new relationship and how she bounced back so quickly.
Ferry firm spends £1m on Turkish hotel for staff
CalMac under fire after spending over £1 million on luxury accommodation in Turkey for staff overseeing vessel construction while Scottish ferry services face chronic delays and cancellations.
Chloe Ferry 'heartbroken' after dog Lilo's tragic death
Geordie Shore star Chloe Ferry shares emotional tribute to her cherished dog Lilo after the pet's sudden passing, revealing her profound grief and heartbreak.
Dover and Eurotunnel chaos as Easter travel begins
Severe delays plague Dover and Eurotunnel as technical issues and high passenger volumes create travel nightmare for Easter holidaymakers. Find out what's causing the chaos and when services might return to normal.
Swinney faces no-confidence vote over ferry WhatsApp scandal
John Swinney confronts political turmoil amid allegations of deleted WhatsApp messages regarding Ferguson Marine ferries contract, sparking constitutional clash with Scottish Parliament.
NZ compensates Samoa for 2012 ferry disaster
In a landmark move, New Zealand offers a formal apology and NZ$12.7 million compensation to Samoa for the 2012 ferry sinking that claimed five lives, marking a significant moment in Pacific diplomacy.
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