Stockport shopping centre sealed off by police
Merseyway Shopping Centre in Stockport has been closed by police with an air ambulance at the scene. Stay updated on this developing story.
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London EV Congestion Charge Starts 2 Jan 2026
Mayor Sadiq Khan confirms electric vehicles will lose Congestion Charge exemption in 2026. 112,000 drivers affected. Discover the new fees and discounts.
Premier League 2026/27 season start delayed
The Premier League confirms a one-week later start for the 2026/27 season to address player welfare concerns, giving stars more recovery time after the World Cup.
Manchester gridlock as drivers stuck for hours in chaos
Manchester city centre was brought to a standstill as drivers faced hours of gridlock trying to access the Arndale car park. Discover what caused the festive traffic madness.
Plymouth's £40m council revamp sparks fury
Plymouth residents outraged as city centre regeneration costs triple to £36.8m. Concrete benches, rusty metal and dry stream leave locals questioning council spending priorities.
UK Road Lanes to Narrow for Cyclist Safety
New government guidance will shrink road lanes across Britain to deter unsafe overtaking of cyclists, a move motoring groups warn will increase congestion. Discover the full story.
London EV Congestion Charge: £13.50 from 2026
Sadiq Khan announces end of London's EV Congestion Charge exemption from 2026. Electric cars face £13.50, vans £9. Read the full details.
17-year-old dies in Harrow shopping centre fall
A 17-year-old boy has died after falling from a height at St George's Shopping Centre in Harrow. Emergency services responded but he was pronounced dead at the scene. Read the latest updates.
London congestion charge rises to £18 from January
London Mayor Sadiq Khan hikes the congestion charge by 20% and ends the full exemption for electric vehicles, sparking criticism from motoring groups and businesses.
London EV drivers face new £18 congestion charge
Electric vehicles will lose congestion charge exemption in January, facing new fees up to £18. Mayor Sadiq Khan cites traffic concerns as motoring groups criticise the move.
London's new Congestion Charge for electric vehicles
Sadiq Khan announces electric vehicles will pay London's Congestion Charge from 2026, ending the Cleaner Vehicle Discount. Electric cars face £13.50 daily fee while vans pay £9.
Bibury consults on permanent tourist coach ban
Bibury, the 'most beautiful village in England', is consulting on a permanent coach ban to reduce congestion and safety risks. Have your say before 3 December.
Liverpool city centre road closure causes traffic chaos
Liverpool faces major disruption as key city centre road closes for emergency gas works, causing severe traffic delays and raising alarm among local businesses during crucial trading period.
Birmingham CCTV Hunt: Police Release City Centre Footage
West Midlands Police release dramatic CCTV footage and appeal for public help to identify individuals involved in Birmingham city centre disturbances during weekend evening.
Arsenal's Christmas Fixture Plea Rejected
Premier League bosses dismiss Arsenal's request to avoid two matches in three days over Christmas, setting up potential fixture congestion nightmare for Mikel Arteta's side.
Birmingham Indoor Market faces uncertain future
The iconic Birmingham Indoor Market, a cornerstone of the city's retail landscape for decades, faces an existential threat as traders and shoppers voice fears over its potential closure following redevelopment plans.
Manchester violence: Man fights for life after city centre attack
Horrifying footage captures brutal city centre assault as police launch major investigation into Manchester's latest street violence incident.
M60 Chaos: Multi-Vehicle Crash Causes 90-Min Delays
Severe disruption on Manchester's M60 after multi-vehicle collision between J15 and J16 causes 7-mile queues, major delays on M61 and M62, and hour-long hold-ups for rush hour commuters.
EU Border System Delays Threaten UK Travel Chaos
Critical delays to the EU's new border control system threaten massive disruptions at Dover and Eurotunnel, with potential 14-hour queues and £3 billion economic impact looming.
Arteta: Arsenal's 'crazy' fixtures heading for disaster
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta delivers stark warning about Premier League scheduling madness as Gunners face relentless run of matches threatening player welfare and performance.
Arteta slams 'unsustainable' Premier League fixture chaos
Mikel Arteta launches scathing attack on Premier League fixture congestion, warning player welfare is being compromised by 'crazy' scheduling demands ahead of Arsenal's crucial matches.
Liverpool's retail vacancies hit record low amid crisis
Liverpool defies national trends with shop vacancy rates plummeting to just 14.2%, while other major cities struggle with empty storefronts. Discover how the city achieved this remarkable turnaround.
Labour MP's £4,500 taxi expenses spark hypocrisy claims
Labour MP Clive Betts faces backlash after charging taxpayers £4,500 for taxi journeys while supporting congestion charges that hit ordinary drivers. The investigation reveals Westminster's transport expense culture.
British tourist dies after Dublin assault
Simon Tweed, 58, from Kent, has died weeks after being kicked in the head during an unprovoked attack in Dublin city centre. Gardaí continue hunting for the suspect while his devastated family pays tribute to their 'gentle giant'.
Portland ICE facility brawl injures multiple officers
Shocking scenes unfolded at a Portland immigration facility as a massive brawl left multiple federal officers injured and required police reinforcement to restore order.
Manchester Building Collapse Sparks Mass Evacuation
Hundreds evacuated and major roads sealed off after partial building collapse in Manchester city centre. Emergency services remain on high alert as safety operations continue.
Manchester Building Collapse Sparks Mass Evacuation
Emergency services have launched a major operation in Manchester city centre after a building partially collapsed, forcing evacuations and road closures as structural engineers assess the safety of the area.
Wakefield pub fight turns deadly: Murder probe launched
A violent altercation at The Redoubt pub in Wakefield city centre has left a 37-year-old man dead, with police launching a murder investigation and appealing for witnesses to the tragic incident.
Dublin riots erupt after child stabbing incident
Dublin city centre descends into chaos as anti-immigration protests turn violent following hospitalisation of three young children and care worker after suspected stabbing attack.
Three UK Motorway Hotspots to Avoid This Week
Essential travel warning issued for M25, M5 and M6 as major roadworks and breakdowns threaten hours of delays - plan your journey now to avoid being stuck in traffic misery.
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