Christmas Travel Chaos: UK Hit by Airport Delays & Gridlock
UK families face major Christmas travel disruption with 4-hour airport queues, ferry delays, and record road traffic. Get the latest advice and plan ahead.
UK families face major Christmas travel disruption with 4-hour airport queues, ferry delays, and record road traffic. Get the latest advice and plan ahead.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash as new business rates and NI hikes cripple pubs like Pudsey's Marsh Inn. Experts warn of 2,000 closures. Is Labour's economic stewardship failing? Read the full analysis.
Exclusive polling shows Labour's support collapsing, with the party now trailing Reform, Conservatives, and Greens. Discover the policies driving voters away and the battle for supremacy on the Right.
Exclusive Deltapoll puts Reform UK ahead at 30%, with Labour on 20% and Tories on 19%. PM Keir Starmer faces a stark warning from voters ahead of crucial 2026 elections. Read the full analysis.
At least eight dead in Russian missile attack on Odesa port, as Trump administration's envoy prepares for key talks with Kremlin officials in Florida. Read the latest on the Ukraine conflict.
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.
New EU Entry/Exit System (EES) biometric checks cause 70% longer processing times and 3-hour delays at European airports, sparking chaos for UK Christmas travellers and warnings of 'systemic disruption'.
Major UK DIY supplier Toolstation has entered administration, with staff told to stay home and more than 100 roles set to be cut. Get the latest updates on this breaking story.
A Russian missile strike on a key Ukrainian grain port near Odesa has killed seven and injured 15. The attack comes as the EU secures a €90bn loan for Kyiv and US-led peace talks begin in Miami. Read the latest.
EU legislators, influenced by meat industry lobbying, aim to ban terms like 'veggie sausage' and 'vegan burger', citing consumer confusion. Critics call it protectionism, not clarity.
Sir Keir Starmer's government is in talks to rejoin the EU's internal electricity market, raising fears of fresh payments to Brussels. Critics warn of a Brexit betrayal.
Editorial: The EU's €90bn loan is not enough. To defeat Russia and avoid humiliation, Europe must give Ukraine the tools to win, not just survive. The time for decisive action is now.
Advanced weather maps show a major winter blast bringing up to four inches of snow across the UK on December 30, impacting millions. See the full forecast and timeline here.
Experts argue that focusing on intent allows racism to flourish in British politics, as seen with Nigel Farage. Read why passivity is complicity.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy underscores historic solidarity with Poland following the EU's approval of a massive €90 billion support package. Discover the strategic implications.
Discover the UK's top boxing betting sites for odds, promos & apps. Get expert picks for the Joshua vs Paul fight and learn how to bet responsibly.
Frustrated UK travellers face waits up to 3 hours under new EU digital border rules. Readers are divided, with many blaming Brexit consequences while others criticise EU inefficiency. Share your views.
Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning to EU leaders, labelling plans to use frozen Russian funds as 'daylight robbery'. Read the full details of the escalating diplomatic crisis.
UK airports, including Heathrow and Manchester, are preparing for their busiest festive season ever, with over 5 million people set to travel abroad. Passengers urged to plan ahead and pack safely.
A woman named Saturday Morning Cooks reveals the constant struggle of convincing people her unique name is genuine. Discover the challenges of unconventional names in the UK.
Millions face travel chaos on the UK's busiest Christmas getaway day. Read our guide to the worst-hit roads, rail lines, and airports, with expert advice to avoid the festive gridlock.
EU leaders clinch a €90bn loan for Ukraine after a 16-hour summit, sidelining a Russian asset-backed plan. A landmark deal for EU unity and foreign policy. Read the full analysis.
A new study reveals the items UK travellers most often misplace at airports during the festive rush. Discover the key hotspots and how to protect your belongings before you jet off.
Presidents Zelenskyy and Nawrocki meet in Warsaw, pledging strategic cooperation against Russia and progress on historical reconciliation. Read the latest on EU aid and security threats.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves welcomes the EU's €90 billion loan to Ukraine, reaffirming the UK's 'iron-clad' support. Zelensky says it strengthens resilience. Read the latest on European financial aid.
New research uncovers the UK's most sought-after postcodes where properties sell up to 30 days faster than average. Discover the top locations for security, schools, and lifestyle.
National Geographic experts hail the 180-mile Glasgow to Mallaig route as one of the world's most breathtaking winter train journeys. Discover the festive attractions in Glasgow too.
Discover Hotel Pelirocco in Brighton, the UK's coolest city. This unique boutique hotel offers 19 wildly themed rooms, a vibrant bar, and a very playful room service menu for an unforgettable stay.
A significant split emerges within the EU over confiscating €210bn in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine, with at least seven nations fearing legal and financial reprisals. Discover the high-stakes debate.
The UK government has updated travel advice for the UAE, warning terrorists are 'likely' to attack. British holidaymakers urged to stay vigilant.