Air traffic controllers go unpaid as US government shutdown continues
Nearly 11,000 air traffic controllers miss first paycheck as US government shutdown continues, with warnings of financial catastrophe and flight delays.
Category : Transport
Tube Workers Secure Major Pay Rise in RMT Deal
RMT accepts three-year pay deal for London Underground staff, increasing drivers' pay to nearly £80,000 by 2027.
Boy, 12, Fractures Skull in E-Scooter Crash
A 12-year-old boy suffered a fractured skull after falling from an illegal e-scooter in Darlington, prompting an air ambulance response and seizure of the scooter by police.
Eurostar Chaos: 25,000 Passengers Stranded as Channel Tunnel Services Cancelled
Eurostar cancelled 30 trains on Tuesday, stranding 25,000 passengers due to Channel Tunnel power failure and broken-down train.
Wizz Air to Reduce Gatwick Flights in Cost-Cutting Move
Wizz Air will cut Gatwick flights and shift capacity to Luton to improve profitability, following other base closures.
Gambian family of four killed in A38 Derby crash
A Gambian family from Leeds lost four members, including a baby, in a fatal crash on the A38 near Derby. The driver, arrested, has been bailed. Tributes pour in.
UK-Wide Rail Signal Fault Sparks Morning Travel Chaos
A nationwide GSM-R radio fault caused major train delays across Britain this morning, affecting multiple operators. Services are now resuming but disruption continues.
Suzanne Grant named interim Merseyrail managing director
Suzanne Grant has been appointed interim managing director of Merseyrail for eight months, replacing Neil Grabham who returns to East Midlands Railway.
Scottish Rail Fares Frozen for 2026-27 in Budget Announcement
John Swinney announces £4.3m rail fare freeze for 2026-27, citing cost of living pressures, ahead of Budget vote.
Germany Hit by 24-Hour Transport Strike Amid Cost of Living Dispute
Germany experiences major transport disruption as a 24-hour 'mega-strike' by Verdi and EVG unions halts trains, flights, and buses amid pay disputes and high inflation.
Manston Airport revival: Disused Kent airport set for £750m cargo hub reopening by 2029
Disused Manston Airport in Kent could reopen as a £750m cargo hub by 2029, with public consultation on airspace changes starting March 16.
TfL should control driverless taxis, London Assembly says
Transport for London must have full control over driverless taxi trials, says London Assembly Transport Committee chair Caroline Russell, warning government has stepped in on devolved powers.
DVSA Urged to Consider Automatic-Only Driving Tests for Electric Cars
Experts urge DVSA to reform driving tests for EVs, citing automatic-only tests, lack of instructors, and pedestrian safety concerns.
Blackpool bridge works delayed by nesting birds
Waterloo Road bridge in Blackpool faces delays after discovery of nesting birds legally protected under the Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981.
US Flight Chaos to Intensify Even If Shutdown Ends, FAA Warns
US flight cancellations and delays to worsen as FAA cuts flights at 40 airports; controllers absent due to unpaid shutdown.
Fare dodging costs TfL £165m a year, wiping out fare hike gains
Fare evasion on London's Tube and Elizabeth line costs Transport for London £165 million a year, almost matching the £168 million raised by March fare increases, analysis finds.
Lisbon Funicular Crash: Tributes Paid to Victims of Derailment
Lisbon funicular derailment kills 16, injures 23. Tributes paid to victims including brake guard, volleyball referee, and lawyer.
US and Iran Strikes Cause Severe Flight Disruption Across Middle East
US and Israeli strikes on Iran trigger retaliatory attacks, closing major Middle East airports. Thousands of flights cancelled, travellers stranded.
Airport security swab tests: What they actually detect
Airport security swab tests detect tiny traces of explosives, not drugs, using ion mobility spectrometry, and false positives can occur, explains scientist Caroline Steel.
Thai Airways Cancels 46 Flights Across Network, Including Heathrow, in May 2026
Thai Airways cancels 46 flights in May 2026 due to rising fuel prices and low demand, affecting routes from London Heathrow and across Asia and Europe.
Under-16s get free bus travel in England from August 1
Under-16s in England can travel by bus for free throughout August from this weekend as part of the Great British Summer Savings scheme announced by former Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Wiltshire towns may get direct London trains again
Trowbridge and Bradford-on-Avon could see direct trains to London restored after a campaign group's petition prompted South Western Railway to launch a consultation for the 2027 timetable.
Drivers Warned of £100 Pre-Authorisation Charge at Pay-at-Pump Petrol Stations
Drivers warned of £100 pre-authorisation check at pay-at-pump petrol stations. The temporary hold is not a charge but ensures sufficient funds.
Pilot Warns Passengers to Avoid Using Seat Back Pockets
Pilot warns against using seat back pockets, calling them a 'black hole of despair' where valuables are easily lost. Also, standing-only seats proposed for budget flights.
Palma Airport Strikes: Hand Luggage Only for Ryanair etc
UK travellers heading to Palma de Mallorca are advised to bring only hand luggage as strikes by airport ground staff and Swissport workers begin from today, causing possible delays.
Costco Oldham cheapest petrol in Greater Manchester July 27
The cheapest petrol and diesel in Greater Manchester on Monday July 27 is at Costco in Chadderton, with petrol at 144.9p and diesel at 161.9p per litre, saving up to £9 per tank.
Greater Manchester Motorway Closures July 27-30
National Highways has confirmed overnight closures on M6, M60, M62, M56, M61 and other roads from July 27 to 30, 2026. See the full schedule.
Majorca airport strikes: Brits face travel chaos this week
Two simultaneous strikes at Palma de Mallorca Airport from July 27 may cause delays. Swissport workers strike on Tuesdays and select days; metal sector strike runs July 27-30.
Manchester Airport flights delayed July 27 summer record
Over 120,000 passengers per day expected as Manchester Airport faces busiest summer. Delays and Metrolink works cause disruption on Monday July 27.
39 postcode areas including Newcastle and Northumberland hit by Royal Mail delays
Nearly 40 postcode areas across the UK, including Newcastle and Northumberland, face Royal Mail delivery disruption on Monday, July 27, 2026.
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