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UK Airlines Impose Lifetime Bans for Passenger Offences

Major UK airlines like Jet2, TUI, and easyJet are imposing lifetime bans on passengers for serious onboard misconduct, including the dangerous 'seat reclining trick'. Discover the zero-tolerance policies reshaping air travel.

Reform UK Would Axe Northern High-Speed Rail Schemes

Richard Tice announces Reform UK would axe HS2 northern leg and Northern Powerhouse Rail, prioritising road and local rail upgrades instead, in a major policy shift affecting northern infrastructure.

East Coast Main Line Train Fares Slashed in Half

Passengers on the East Coast Main Line are set for huge savings as the new operator, LNER, introduces simplified and drastically cheaper 'Semi-Flex' fares, ending years of confusing pricing.

Interrail Sale: Expert Tips for Budget European Rail Travel

Discover insider tips for maximising the Interrail Global Pass sale. From hidden-gem routes in Spain and Scandinavia to money-saving strategies for France and Italy, our expert guide helps you craft an unforgettable European train journey on a budget.

The Push For Alcohol-Free Flights To Combat Air Rage

Exclusive: Amid a surge in disruptive 'air rage' incidents linked to alcohol, travellers and airlines are calling for a radical rethink of in-flight drinking culture. Discover the push for booze-free flights.

New contactless rail ticket tech to end passenger queues

A revolutionary 'tap-in, tap-out' rail payment system, using cutting-edge bank card technology, is being rolled out across Britain, promising to put an end to lengthy ticket queues and confusing fare rules for passengers.

GPS & Contactless Train Tickets Trial to Revolutionise UK Rail

UK railways are on the cusp of a major revolution. A new trial combines contactless pay-as-you-go technology with GPS tracking, promising to make paper tickets and fixed fares a thing of the past. Discover how your future train travel will be smoother, sm

Amtrak's New High-Speed Acela Trains Revealed for 2024

Amtrak is set to transform travel on the US East Coast with its new fleet of Next-Gen Acela high-speed trains, promising faster, smoother, and more sustainable journeys between Washington and Boston from 2024.

Holidaymakers walk on M20 amid Eurotunnel chaos

Shocking footage captures the moment holidaymakers, including children, were forced to walk along the busy M20 motorway in Kent after major delays to Eurotunnel services caused gridlock, leading to desperate and dangerous scenes.

Boeing Emergency Landing in Remote Russia Strands Hundreds

A packed Boeing 767-300 operated by Icelandic carrier PLAY suffers dramatic engine failure mid-flight from London Heathrow to New York, forcing an emergency landing at a remote Russian airport. Hundreds of passengers are now stranded in the Arctic city of

London-Berlin rail competition heats up for Channel routes

A fierce battle is underway between London and Berlin to become Europe's premier hub for high-speed cross-Channel rail services, with new operators and routes set to transform travel between the UK and mainland Europe by 2025.

Bank Holiday Rail Chaos: Major Disruption Warning

Passengers on the West Coast Mainline face significant travel disruption this May Bank Holiday as Network Rail undertakes essential engineering works, with multiple train services replaced by buses.

Government Scraps Great British Railways Plan

Plans for the flagship Great British Railways body have been officially abandoned by the UK government, marking a major reversal in post-Brexit rail reform and sparking fury from industry leaders.

UK Rail Fares Set for 5% Increase in 2025

Millions of UK train passengers face another significant fare increase in 2025, with prices set to rise in line with July's RPI inflation rate of 5%, adding hundreds of pounds to annual travel costs amidst ongoing service disruptions.

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