Qantas Cuts Domestic Flights and Raises Fares Amid Middle East Turmoil
Qantas cuts domestic flights and raises fares due to rising fuel costs from Middle East conflict, redeploying capacity to Europe routes.
Category : Transport
Driver with poor vision killed two pedestrians in Southport
Driver Glyn Jones, ignoring medical advice about his eyesight, killed two elderly women in Southport. He was jailed for dangerous driving.
British Tourists Warned: 20 EU Airports with Worst Delays
British tourists face up to an hour's delay at 20 EU airports due to new biometric checks. Greece and Spain are worst hit; Milan Bergamo has longest delays. List includes affected airports.
Crowds Bid Farewell to Last Old Metro Train in Newcastle
Hundreds gathered at Regent Centre on Friday to wave off the last 599 train of the original Tyne and Wear Metro fleet, with passengers from around the world celebrating its final journey.
Mancunian Way Closed June 27-29 for Safety Work
The A57 Mancunian Way will close from 6am Saturday, June 27 to 6am Monday, June 29 for annual safety inspections and maintenance, affecting both carriageways and slip roads.
Tube Driver Reveals Secret Language of London Underground Staff
London Underground driver reveals secret language used by staff, including phrases like 'Riding the cushions' and 'PNR' for toilet breaks.
M25 Closed After Coach Fire Causes Rush Hour Chaos
M25 anticlockwise closed between J9 and J8 after a coach fire caused rush hour delays of up to two hours and 13 miles of congestion.
Greater Manchester buses hit 40°C as drivers and passengers suffer
Bus drivers and passengers in Greater Manchester report temperatures above 40°C on Bee Network buses during a heatwave, with non-functional air conditioning and calls for urgent improvements.
Wirral Line Disruption: Track Fault and Power Issues
Merseyrail's Wirral line faces major disruption due to a track fault at Conway Park and power supply issues. Services on Ellesmere Port, West Kirby, New Brighton, and Chester lines are delayed or cancelled until 7pm.
District Line Upgraded to Avoid Wimbledon Chaos
Transport chiefs have invested £500,000 to upgrade the District line with heat-protective coatings and improved signalling to prevent disruption during the Wimbledon Championships.
Car Overturns After Collision on A1 in Northumberland
A car overturned after a two-vehicle collision on the A1 near Swarland, Northumberland. No serious injuries reported; two patients taken to hospital. The crash renews calls for dualling the A1.
Bedford Rail Line Repairs Complete, Reopens Monday
Repairs to the Midland Main Line in Bedfordshire are complete after a fatal train crash that killed driver Shaun Burton and injured 162. The line reopens Monday.
UN halts Hormuz ship evacuations after vessel struck
A UN agency paused ship evacuations through the Strait of Hormuz after a vessel was hit by a projectile off Oman. The move follows Iran's threats against vessels using a new route without Tehran's permission.
Blue Mountains Highway Closure Extended to June 2025
The Great Western Highway's Victoria Pass section will remain closed until April–June 2025 due to structural cracks at Mitchells Causeway. NSW government announces a new bridge and $20m in business support.
Heathrow Expects Fall in Passengers and Profits Due to Iran War
Heathrow expects a 1.1% decline in passenger numbers to 83.6 million and a £147m profit drop this year due to the Middle East conflict, while engaging with regulators on the third runway.
Labour MP Urges Sadiq Khan for Tube Air Con as London Hits 36C
Labour MP Uma Kumaran directly appeals to Sadiq Khan for air conditioning on the Tube as London experiences its hottest June day at 36C, highlighting delays in new Piccadilly line trains.
DVSA Increases MOT Charges for HGVs, Buses, Trailers from July 6
From July 6, 2026, maximum MOT service charges for HGVs, buses, coaches, and trailers will rise, with HGVs increasing to £70, trailers to £50, and buses/coaches to £90, following a DVSA consultation.
Pitlochry Coach Parking Charges Suspended Amid A9 Closure
Perth and Kinross Council has temporarily suspended coach parking charges in Pitlochry until December 31, 2026, due to the closure of the A9 northbound off-slip, which is causing significant disruption and impacting local businesses.
Tyne and Wear Metro's original fleet farewell brings mixed emotions
The original Tyne and Wear Metro trains completed their final day of service on Friday, carrying 1.7 billion passengers over 46 years and half a billion kilometres. Passengers and staff shared their reflections.
UK Drivers Urged to Check Fuel Prices This Weekend
Motorists should see petrol prices fall below 150p and diesel under 160p as Brent crude drops to $74, RAC says. Savings must be passed on quickly.
ScotRail Evacuates Passengers After Lightning Strike
Hundreds of ScotRail passengers were evacuated from an Edinburgh-bound train after a lightning strike caused an electrical fault at Livingston North station.
A1 Northumberland Crash: Car Overturns Near Felton
The A1 southbound in Northumberland is blocked after a two-car collision caused a vehicle to overturn near Felton. Emergency services are on scene, and police advise delays.
Plane Crashes Into Beijing's Tallest Skyscraper
A small plane crashed into Beijing's 109-storey China Zun skyscraper, breaking into pieces and falling to the ground. The building suffered minor damage, and the pilot was reportedly flying solo. Casualties are unknown.
Legal Challenge Over Liverpool Late Night Parking Charges
A legal challenge could be brought against Liverpool Council over extending parking charges until 11pm, with businesses arguing it damages the city centre economy and disproportionately impacts women and low earners.
Plane Crashes into Beijing CITIC Tower
A small plane crashed into Beijing's tallest skyscraper, the CITIC Tower, before falling to the ground, causing damage to the building's surface.
Ryanair, TUI and easyJet Ban Power Banks After In-Flight Fire
UK airlines Ryanair, TUI, and easyJet have banned power banks in hold luggage after a surge in lithium battery incidents. The CAA reported 643 incidents in 2025, nearly double the previous year.
Passenger Plane with 50 On Board Crashes in Russian Far East
An An-24 passenger plane with 50 people on board crashes in Russia's Amur region; no survivors expected.
Five US Carriers Among World's Safest Airlines for 2026
Five US airlines make the world's safest list for 2026, with Alaska Airlines leading US full-service carriers at 15th globally.
Council Apologises for Parking Fines After Bedford Train Crash
Bedford Borough Council apologises for issuing parking fines to drivers stranded after a fatal train crash that left one dead and over 150 injured.
UK Holiday Flights and Trains at Risk as Strikes Loom in June
UK holiday flights and trains at risk as British Airways and Ryanair face strikes, and RMT rail strikes loom in June, causing disruption for travellers.
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