M25 chaos: Crash near Heathrow causes 10-mile queues
Severe disruption on Britain's busiest motorway after serious collision near Heathrow causes complete closure and massive traffic delays during morning rush hour.
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Heathrow security warning: 30-min delay risk
A British traveller's shocking Heathrow security experience reveals why you need to arrive extra early for flights this summer. Discover the simple mistake that could see you missing your holiday.
UK Airlines Face Worse Delays Than Pre-Pandemic Era
Exclusive investigation reveals UK's leading airlines are plagued by severe delays, with performance nosediving below pre-Covid levels. Discover which carriers are worst affected and the reasons behind the travel turmoil.
UK Train Chaos: Worst Delays Exposed in New Data
Exclusive data analysis uncovers the UK's worst train operators for delays, with some services arriving late nearly 50% of the time. Discover which routes are most affected and how it impacts commuters.
Millions of Brits Too Scared to Enjoy Outdoors Due to Costs
Shocking new research shows the UK's cost-of-living crisis is forcing families to cancel summer plans, with millions too worried about finances to enjoy simple outdoor pleasures.
Major Disruption Hits London's DLR & South Western Railway
Major travel disruption hit London commuters as a points failure crippled the Docklands Light Railway and a separate signal problem caused severe delays on South Western Railway services.
Manchester Airport Chaos: Britain's Worst Queues Exposed
Exclusive report reveals Manchester Airport is the UK's worst for endless queues and travel disruption. Furious passengers face hours-long delays, missed flights, and mounting frustration as the travel hub descends into chaos.
BBC spends £4k of licence fee cash on 'behaviour' mugs
The BBC is under fire after it was revealed the corporation spent thousands of pounds of licence fee money on branded mugs urging staff to 'call out bad behaviour', sparking outrage over wasteful spending.
Australian Household Spending Surge Defies Economic Gloom
New data reveals Australian households are spending more than expected, providing a crucial boost to the nation's economy and helping to counter weak growth in other sectors.
EU Border Chaos: 14-Hour Queues Warning for Brits
British travellers are being warned of severe delays and 'nightmare' queues at EU borders this autumn due to the launch of a new biometric Entry/Exit System. Experts predict waits of up to 14 hours, threatening summer getaways and vital ferry services.
M20 Chaos: Severe Delays After Multi-Vehicle Crash
Major disruption on the M20 in Kent following a serious collision. Live updates on long delays, lane closures, and heavy congestion affecting holiday and freight traffic.
Heatwave Havoc: UK Rail Network Buckles Under Staycation Surge
Britain's heatwave sparks a staycation stampede, overwhelming train services to coastal hotspots as record temperatures trigger major travel disruption across the network.
Liverpool's £1.5m Sydney-Style Roundabout Sparks Fury
Liverpool City Council faces intense backlash after spending £1.5 million on a controversial 'Sydney-style' roundabout redesign that locals brand a 'disgraceful waste' of public funds amidst severe service cuts.
Trump Warns UK Faces Defeat in Major War Without US
Ex-President Donald Trump delivers a stark warning to the UK, claiming the nation would be defenceless in a major conflict without American backing. His comments come amid ongoing debates about European defence spending.
Brits slash restaurant spending amid cost of living crisis
Faced with skyrocketing costs of eating out, a new wave of savvy consumers is adopting clever strategies to enjoy restaurant-quality meals without breaking the bank. Discover the money-saving hacks revolutionising how we dine.
UK's Favourite Holiday Spot & Spending Habits Revealed
New data reveals where UK tourists are flocking to and how much they're spending, with Spain remaining the firm favourite for summer getaways.
UK Food Inflation Crashes to 18-Month Low
In a major relief for households, UK food inflation has dropped to its lowest level since January 2023. We break down which grocery prices are falling fastest and what it means for your weekly shop.
2008 Recession-Era Restaurant Deals Make Worrying Comeback
Iconic money-saving deals from the 2008 financial crash, like 'Gourmet Burger Kitchen's' 'Two for Ten' and 'Strada's' £5 pizza, are reappearing on high streets. Economists warn this trend is a classic harbinger of an economic downturn as consumers tighten
UK Retail Sales Crash Amid Soaring Inflation
New data reveals a sharp decline in UK retail sales, with like-for-like growth turning negative. Soaring food inflation and the cost-of-living crisis are forcing consumers to cut back severely on non-essential spending.
NHS spends £6.9m on spin doctors during GP crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS splurged millions on PR and communications staff while GP practices struggle with funding shortages and patient backlogs.
Freshers Splurge £10k on 'Insane' Dorm Makeovers
A new trend sees British university freshmen spending thousands on luxury dorm room transformations, from custom furniture to high-end tech, sparking debates on student spending and social media influence.
Rat Infestation Costs Scots Police £500k
Police Scotland faces a growing rodent infestation crisis, diverting half a million pounds from its strained budget to emergency pest control services in stations and fleet vehicles.
Labour reveals £8.2m daily cost of asylum seeker hotels
Exclusive investigation reveals the full scale of UK asylum seeker hotel use under the Conservatives. Discover which towns are housing migrants and the staggering £8.2m daily cost to taxpayers.
Trump's National Guard Deployments Cost $1.5 Billion
Exclusive analysis uncovers the enormous financial burden of Donald Trump's extensive National Guard mobilisations during his presidency, with costs soaring into billions.
Kristi Noem Accused of Delaying Homeland Security Funds
Exclusive: South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is under fire after a federal report accused her office of deliberately delaying sign-off on millions in Homeland Security funds, impacting local law enforcement and emergency services.
Trump's DC Hotel Grass Scandal: Taxpayer-Funded Turf
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's Washington DC hotel charged the government exorbitant fees for grass installation during his presidency, raising serious ethical concerns.
Pensioners injured on 'ski slope' paving after £1.3m council revamp
Multiple pensioners have been injured on a dangerously steep paved area in a British market town, following a controversial £1.3 million renovation by the local council that residents are branding a 'complete waste of money'.
Treasury's Fiscal Rules Become Dangerous Growth Bottleneck
Exclusive analysis reveals how the UK's rigid fiscal framework, designed for stability, is now actively hindering economic recovery, suppressing growth, and exacerbating the cost-of-living crisis. Experts warn the Treasury's orthodoxy is no longer fit for
UK 'Not Ready for War' with Russia, Warns Shapps
Exclusive: Defence Secretary Grant Shapps delivers a stark warning that Britain's military resilience is dangerously low, lacking the 'whole-of-nation' readiness needed to counter a potential Russian threat. A new review calls for urgent, sweeping reforms
UK's £8.2m Daily Asylum Hotel Bill Amid Far-Right Protests
Exclusive investigation reveals the UK government is spending a staggering £8.2 million per day housing asylum seekers in hotels, as far-right protests target accommodation sites across the country. The Independent's analysis uncovers the true cost of the
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