A1 closed after lorry overturns in major crash
The A1 in Lincolnshire is closed northbound after a lorry overturned. National Highways warns of 'complex' recovery and major delays. Plan your journey now.
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M4 closed both ways as loose horse causes chaos
A loose horse on the M4 has forced a full closure between Junctions 12 and 13, causing severe traffic delays. National Highways and Thames Valley Police are on the scene.
M20 closed after crash causing huge delays
M20 motorway closed in both directions in Kent after a van and car collision. National Highways warns of significant delays for London commuters. Follow for live updates.
M6 closed northbound after driver medical episode
The M6 in Cumbria is closed northbound after a lorry driver suffered a medical emergency, requiring an air ambulance. Follow our live updates for diversion routes.
Major motorway closures planned for October 2025
Drivers across Britain face significant disruption as National Highways announces multiple motorway closures throughout October 2025 for essential upgrades and maintenance works.
A627 Closure: Major Lancashire Road Shut for Days
Critical roadworks on the A627 in Lancashire will close the route for several days, with diversions in place and significant travel disruption expected across the region.
Urgent Winter Driving Warning From National Highways
Drivers across the UK are being alerted about a critical winter safety hazard that could prove fatal. National Highways reveals the simple check that takes seconds but might prevent tragedy on icy roads.
M5 speed limit cut to 60mph in month-long trial
A controversial 60mph speed limit will be enforced on a 13-mile stretch of the M5 in Somerset for four weeks starting March 18th, as National Highways trials new safety measures.
Electric Car Fire Closes M5, Causes Major Delays
A dramatic electric car battery fire on the M5 caused complete closure between junctions 16 and 17, creating 90-minute delays and major disruption during Tuesday morning rush hour.
M60 Motorway Closed After Serious Incident - Major Delays
Traffic chaos grips Greater Manchester as a 'serious incident' prompts a full closure of the M60 motorway. National Highways reports severe delays with long tailbacks after police incident between junctions.
M6 Closed Both Ways After Lorry Fire Causes 10-Mile Queues
A major lorry fire has caused catastrophic disruption on the M6 in Cheshire, leading to a full closure between junctions 16 and 17. Motorists face severe delays as emergency services and National Highways work to clear the wreckage. Live updates on divers
Lords Back Law for Mandatory Hedgehog Highways in New Builds
A new law requiring 'hedgehog highways' in new developments has passed the House of Lords, aiming to reverse the dramatic decline of Britain's beloved mammal.
M23 Chaos: 90-Min Delays After Major Incident
Travel chaos erupted on the M23 in West Sussex after a serious incident forced a full closure between Junctions 10 and 11, causing severe delays and major diversions for rush-hour travellers.
NTSB Probes Delta Boeing 757 Engine Failure Over Wyoming
Exclusive: A Delta Air Lines Boeing 757 was forced to divert to Minneapolis after a dramatic engine failure and compressor stall at 30,000 feet over Wyoming. The NTSB has launched a full investigation.
Record number of offenders avoid court in Scotland
Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg
Passenger kicked off flight for smoking in toilet
An American Airlines flight from Florida to the UK was forced to divert after a passenger was caught smoking in the toilet, causing chaos and a two-hour delay for all onboard.
Jet2 Slams 'Unacceptable' Passenger Behaviour on Flights
Holiday carrier Jet2 issues stern warning after disruptive passenger incidents force two diversions in a single week, leaving families stranded and facing massive delays.
M6 Chaos: Police Incident Shuts Motorway Near Rugby
A significant police incident has shut down the M6 motorway near Rugby, causing severe delays and major disruption for drivers. National Highways reports hour-long queues as emergency services respond.
Selfish passenger's cheesy sandwich diverts flight
A Ryanair flight from Agadir to London Stansted was forced into an emergency diversion after a passenger's potent cheese sandwich triggered a severe allergic reaction in a fellow traveller, causing a mid-air medical crisis.
Lady Vols Star Gets Plea Deal in Assault Case
University of Tennessee basketball star Destiny Salary reaches plea agreement in domestic assault case, receiving judicial diversion and avoiding a criminal conviction. Full case details revealed.
British tourist arrested after mid-air attack forces emergency landing
A Jet2 flight from Turkey to Manchester was forced into an emergency landing after a British tourist allegedly launched a violent, unprovoked attack on a fellow passenger, causing chaos at 30,000 feet.
UK-Turkey flight emergency landing after passenger chaos
A Jet2 flight from Glasgow to Antalya was forced to make an emergency U-turn and land at London Gatwick following a major onboard disturbance, requiring a police escort.
Labour Day gridlock as cars overtake NJ residential street
Residents of a quiet New Jersey neighbourhood were left furious after their Labour Day weekend was ruined by hundreds of motorists using their street as a shortcut to bypass severe traffic on the main highway, causing hours of gridlock and safety concerns
Drunk passenger forces emergency flight diversion to Porto
A TUI flight from Tenerife to Bristol was forced into an emergency diversion to Porto after a drunk passenger assaulted cabin crew and threatened to open the aircraft door mid-flight, causing terror onboard.
Council rejects Dartmoor road widening over environment fears
South Hams District Council has unanimously rejected National Highways' plans to widen the A382 through Dartmoor, citing severe environmental damage and harm to the national park's unique character.
M62 motorway sign displays bizarre spelling blunder
Drivers on the M62 were left stunned and confused after a huge digital sign above the motorway displayed a bizarre and misspelled message, warning of a 'MAJOR' incident that turned out to be a major error itself.
Drunk Passenger Forces Emirates Flight Diversion
An Emirates flight from Dubai to London was forced into an emergency diversion after a heavily intoxicated British passenger launched a vicious verbal assault on crew members, calling a flight attendant a 'stupid b**ch' and causing mid-air chaos.
Emirates passenger restrained after 'trying to open plane door'
Dramatic footage shows Emirates cabin crew and passengers wrestling a disruptive traveller to the floor on a flight from Dubai to London after he allegedly attempted to open an aircraft door, forcing an emergency diversion.
Virgin flight emergency landing after toilet flood
A Virgin Australia flight from Bali to Brisbane declared an emergency after a severe toilet malfunction flooded the aircraft cabin, forcing the Boeing 737 to divert to Denpasar Airport. Passengers describe chaotic scenes as wastewater seeped through the c
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