Met Office Snow & Ice Warnings Blanket UK
The Met Office warns of a prolonged cold snap with up to 50cm of snow and -8C temperatures. Full list of areas under amber and yellow warnings for snow and ice.
The Met Office warns of a prolonged cold snap with up to 50cm of snow and -8C temperatures. Full list of areas under amber and yellow warnings for snow and ice.
The UK government has confirmed the 2026 bank holiday calendar, revealing an eight to ten-day break depending on region. Critics brand the long summer gap 'ludicrous'. See the full list of dates here.
The government has published the 2026 bank holiday calendar, revealing an eight to ten-day break depending on location. Critics slam the 'ludicrous' summer gap in England and Wales. See all the dates here.
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The first supermoon of 2026, a 'Wolf Moon', will be exceptionally bright due to a rare triple boost. Find out when and how to see this celestial spectacle from the UK.
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Over 674,000 UK households are eligible for a £25 Cold Weather Payment as sub-zero temperatures hit. Check if your postcode is on the list and see the eligibility criteria.
The Met Office warns of heavy snow and a prolonged -10C freeze across the UK. Amber cold health alerts are in force. Stay updated on travel and health risks.
The Met Office has issued urgent snow and ice warnings as a -10C Arctic freeze grips Britain. Disruption expected. Stay updated on the latest forecasts.
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Wetherspoons launches a January sale with pints from 99p and deals on food & non-alcoholic drinks. The sale runs from 2nd to 15th January 2026 across 600 UK pubs.
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The UK faces a severe cold snap as Arctic air brings widespread snow, ice, and sub-zero temperatures. Met Office warnings highlight travel chaos and health risks. Check forecasts before travelling.
Plan your 2026 with The Independent's guide to the year's biggest cultural events, from Tracey Emin at Tate Modern to Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' and a new 'Pride & Prejudice'.
Fresh weather maps predict up to 2 inches of snow across the UK from January 5, with the 'Troll of Trondheim' bringing a wintry blast. Check the latest forecasts and warnings.
The Met Office warns a brutal Arctic freeze will last up to a week, with temperatures struggling above 0°C and significant snowfall expected. Health alerts upgraded as vulnerable warned.
A new analysis reveals Labour's frozen tax thresholds will make a typical worker £505 worse off by 2030-31, while pensioners gain. Discover the full impact of fiscal drag.
The Met Office warns of a brutal Arctic freeze lasting a week, with temperatures struggling above 0°C and heavy snow causing disruption. Health alerts upgraded as vulnerable face severe risks.
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New weather maps warn of a brutal Arctic freeze hitting the UK from January 10, with temperatures plummeting to -12C and up to 42cm of snow. Read the full forecast and potential impacts.
Fresh weather maps warn of a severe Arctic blast hitting the UK from January 10, with temperatures plummeting to -12C and up to 42cm of snow forecast. Read the full forecast and regional breakdown.
The Met Office issues urgent warnings for snow and ice as temperatures plunge. Up to 20 inches could fall in Scotland, with widespread travel disruption expected. Read the latest forecast.