Fuel Crisis and Border Checks Cast Shadow on Summer Holidays
Brexit border delays and potential jet fuel shortages from Middle East conflict threaten European summer flights, with airlines and analysts split on risk.
Category : Transport
South-east England 'Do Not Travel' Alert Lifted but Disruption Continues
Govia Thameslink Railway lifts 'do not travel' alert after train derailment and signalling fault, but delays continue across Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express.
Abandoned Millmoor stadium set for demolition after 18 years
Millmoor, former home of Rotherham United, could be demolished by early 2027 after years of neglect and the owner entering administration.
Air India Finds No Faults with Boeing Fleet After Crash Inspection
Air India inspects Boeing fleet after crash, finds no issues with fuel switches; US investigators focus on captain's actions.
Air New Zealand to Launch Economy Sleeping Pods on Auckland-New York Flights
Air New Zealand introduces Skynest sleeping pods for economy passengers on Auckland-New York flights, bookable from May for NZ$495 per four-hour session.
1970s Dream of Secure UK Truck Stops Abruptly Abandoned
A letter recalls how a 1970s government plan for secure truck stops with fencing, guards, and accommodation was dropped suddenly, leaving today's cargo theft crisis unresolved.
Monklands road closures: three diversions for August
Drivers in Monklands face three road closures in August for resurfacing and patching works. Diversion routes are available.
Campervan hogging four spaces at North Wales lake angers locals
A campervan took up four spaces at Y Glyn, sparking fury among locals who say the site is un-policed and a free-for-all despite overnight parking bans.
One-way system in Pontypridd for demolition works
A one-way system will operate at Morgan Street in Pontypridd from August 3 as the former police station and Berw Road car park are demolished.
Heathrow Reminds on Liquid Rules for Hand Luggage
Heathrow Airport has issued a reminder on liquid restrictions for hand luggage, noting that items like shaving foam, toothpaste, and creams count as liquids but can be carried in containers up to two litres.
UK Travel Chaos as Global IT Outage Grounds Flights and Disrupts Trains
Global IT outage causes flight cancellations and rail disruption across UK, with airports seeing long queues and manual check-ins.
UK Extends Airport Food Ban After Greece Foot and Mouth Outbreak
UK extends airport food ban after Greece foot and mouth outbreak. Fines up to £5,000 for bringing banned meat and dairy from EU.
Bank Holiday Weekend Travel Disruption Warning for Drivers and Rail Passengers
Almost 18m car journeys and rail engineering works expected to cause delays over August bank holiday weekend. RAC advises early travel.
Legal Rights When Your Flight Is Cancelled
A cancelled flight entitles you to a refund or re-routing, and possibly compensation. Know your rights under UK CAA rules.
Flight cancelled? Know your legal rights to refunds and compensation
Passengers have clear legal rights when a flight is cancelled or delayed, including refunds, rerouting, and compensation under UK rules. Know what you can claim.
River Tyne closes nine hours for crane salvage
The River Tyne will be closed to all vessels for nine hours on Thursday as salvage operations separate a collapsed crane and container ship.
Two-thirds of UK travellers choose trains, save £147
Two thirds of UK travellers would consider taking a train instead of flying for intercity journeys, saving an average of £147 per trip according to a new poll.
Metrolink disrupted by police incident at Market Street
Manchester Metrolink services are disrupted due to a police incident at Market Street tram stop, with the stop closed and trams halted between Victoria and Piccadilly.
Charleroi Airport to shut for 11 weeks in 2028
Brussels South Charleroi Airport will suspend all flights for 11 weeks from August 15 to October 31, 2028, for runway reconstruction and upgrades, affecting over 2 million passengers.
Deportations under UK-France migrant deal yet to begin
Deportations under UK-France 'one in, one out' migrant deal have not started, with flights empty and legal challenges halting removals.
M25 crash causes closures and 50-min delays
A crash on the M25 in Surrey has closed two lanes, causing over 50 minutes of delays and five miles of congestion between junctions 13 and 12.
Mystery drones cause travel chaos at Scandinavia’s largest airport
Flights at Copenhagen Airport were grounded for hours after mystery drones appeared; police suspect a show-off operator but can't rule out Russian involvement.
Cumbria Train Derailment: Passengers Recount 'Panic and Distress' After Landslide
Passengers describe panic after Avanti West Coast train hits landslide and derails in Cumbria; no injuries but major incident declared.
Stansted Airport Sees Surge in Half-Term Travellers as Covid Tests Dropped
Fully vaccinated passengers no longer need Covid tests, boosting travel confidence at Stansted Airport as half-term begins. Airport expects 30,000 departures on first day.
PIF deny involvement in Bruno Guimaraes saga
Newcastle United's owners PIF have not intervened in the Bruno Guimaraes transfer saga, despite reports of high-level talks, and have full trust in CEO David Hopkinson and sporting director Ross Wilson to handle transfers.
TfL Passenger Charged with Walking Wrong Way on Escalator to Stand Trial
Michaela Copeland, 32, charged under railway byelaws for walking wrong way on escalator at North Greenwich station, faces up to £1,000 fine.
Heathrow fares may rise for decades after expansion costs approved
Passengers at Heathrow could face higher air fares for 20-25 years after the CAA allowed the airport to recover £320m spent on third runway plans.
Ryanair Vows to Cease Operations at Several French Airports Over Tax Hike
Ryanair stops flying from several French airports after a 180% tax increase, calling regional routes unviable. Transport minister hits back.
Fog Warning to Cause Flight Delays at Major London Airports
Met Office fog warning causes flight delays and cancellations at London airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted.
Rail Passengers Promised Better Services in Major Reforms
UK government announces rail reforms with new body Great British Railways, flexible tickets, and simplified system from 2023.
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