Bee Network Offers Free Bike Travel Amid Metrolink Disruption
Bee Network offers free 20-minute Starling bike journeys as Metrolink lines shut for £150m upgrade. TfGM apologises for disruption until August 2.
Category : Transport
Lake District Record Train Passengers at Windermere
Windermere station saw a record 496,000 passengers in 2025-2026, up 7%. Northern expects over half a million journeys this summer, with trains from Manchester Airport.
Royal Mail: Recycling Bins Not Safe for Parcel Deliveries
Royal Mail reminds customers that recycling bins are not acceptable as Safeplace locations for missed parcel deliveries, advising secure, weatherproof spots instead.
Premier League 2026/27: Start Date, Fixtures, TV & Tickets (20.07.2026)
The 2026/27 Premier League season starts August 21 with Arsenal vs Coventry City. Full opening fixtures, TV coverage on Sky Sports and TNT Sports, and ticket information revealed.
Free Bus Travel in Swansea on 13 Summer Dates
Swansea offers free bus travel on 13 dates this summer, including extended hours for the Wales Airshow. Over one million journeys made since 2021.
Manchester Airport Flight Delays and Cancellations July 20
Manchester Airport expects record 5.7m passengers this summer. Latest flight delays and cancellations for Monday July 20, including TUI, easyJet, Jet2 and more.
BMW 2 Series Best Coupe in UK: Auto Express
Auto Express ranks the BMW 2 Series as the best coupe in the UK, with the Honda Prelude and Ford Mustang following. The list highlights driving pleasure over practicality.
Inside Pen-y-Garreg Dam: £2 Kids Tickets This Summer
Pen-y-Garreg Dam in Elan Valley opens for rare public tours this summer. Tickets cost £2 for children and £5 for adults, offering a unique look inside Victorian engineering.
Oldham Tops Greater Manchester Roadworks List
Oldham has the highest number of roadworks on A and B roads in Greater Manchester, with closures lasting until 2027. Drivers are advised to check TfGM's website for updates.
Loganair Urges Govt Action as Scotland Flights Cancelled
Loganair has temporarily cancelled flights from Inverness to the Western Isles, Orkney, and Shetland due to rising fuel costs from the Iran war, impacting healthcare appointments and prompting urgent calls for government support.
Wales Breaking News: July 20 Weather and Traffic Updates
Stay informed with the latest news from Wales, including weather and traffic updates for Monday, July 20. Follow WalesOnline for breaking stories.
2026/27 Premier League and EFL Season: Key Dates
The 2026/27 Premier League season starts on August 21, later than usual due to the World Cup. EFL begins August 14-17. Carabao Cup first round starts August 7-10. Season ends May 30, 2027.
North East Roadworks and Closures: Full List for This Week
A comprehensive list of all planned road closures and roadworks across the North East for the week starting Monday, July 20, including Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Northumberland, Sunderland, and County Durham.
Guyana Ferry Sinks: 67 Rescued, Dozens Missing
A rescue operation is underway after the MV Barima capsized off Guyana with 133 aboard. 67 people, including 15 children, have been rescued; dozens remain missing.
London bridge £600k paint job sparks IKEA comparisons
Residents in south London are upset after Wandsworth Council spent £600,000 repainting a railway bridge at East Putney Tube station in bright blue and yellow, likening it to IKEA.
Person Injured After Ship Collides with Crane in South Shields
A man was hospitalized after a ship hit a crane at the Port of Tyne in South Shields. Emergency services responded around 1pm Sunday. Injuries are not life-threatening.
Port Tyne Crane Collapse: One Hospitalized
One person was taken to hospital after a dockside crane collapsed at the Port of Tyne in South Shields. Emergency services, including air ambulance, responded to the incident at 1:02 pm on 19 July.
M6 delays 79 mins after obstructions near J30 and J32
Severe delays of 79 minutes on M6 southbound after obstructions near J30 and J32. Traffic held for 20 minutes, congestion continues on M55.
Emergency Services at Hawarden Airport After Plane Flips
Emergency crews responded to Hawarden Airport in Flintshire, North Wales, after a light aircraft flipped over on the tarmac on July 18, 2026. The incident occurred at approximately 3:10 pm, with teams from Buckley, Deeside, and Wrexham attending.
Northern Rivers Rail Trail Funding Rejected
A joint $42m federal grant request to complete the 54km missing link of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail in NSW has been rejected, despite strong council backing and regional need.
Trump's Airport Rebranding Hits Turbulence Over Funding
Donald Trump's rebranding of Palm Beach airport faces delays as state and county hold back funds, leaving signage incomplete and critics concerned about costs.
Newcastle Central Station: 1980 vs 2026
A photo comparison reveals how Newcastle Central Station's concourse has transformed from 1980 to 2026, with modern amenities and a £9 million regeneration.
Ryanair Warns UK Families of EES Travel Delays
Ryanair warns UK families of lengthy queues and delays at European airports due to the EES system, urging passengers to allow extra time amid peak summer travel.
Plane Flips at Hawarden Airport; Emergency Services Respond
Emergency crews from Buckley, Deeside, and Wrexham responded to a light aircraft incident at Airbus UK's Hawarden Airport in Flintshire, where a plane flipped over on the runway.
M4 Crash Causes Long Queues Near Neath Port Talbot
A crash on the M4 eastbound near Neath Port Talbot has closed one lane, causing long queues between junctions 42 and 41. Emergency services are at the scene.
Left Lane Hack to Beat Airport Security Queues Revealed
Manchester Airport advises passengers to choose left security lanes as most people are right-handed, reducing wait times. 92% waited under 10 minutes in June, the busiest month ever with 3 million passengers.
Family's lucky escape as bus smashes into garden
A County Durham family had a narrow escape when a bus crashed into their garden, destroying a football goal and trees. The driver suffered a medical episode.
Drivers Warned £5,000 Fine for Poor Car Ventilation
Drivers face fines up to £5,000 for poor ventilation under Highway Code Rule 237. Overheating or fatigue can lead to careless driving charges, experts warn.
UK Airports Split on 100ml Liquid Rule Despite New Scanners
Despite new CT scanners allowing 2L liquids at some UK airports, many still enforce the 100ml rule. Passengers must check departure airport rules to avoid issues.
UK Airports Expand eGate Access to Children Aged 8-9
From July 8, children aged 8-9 who are at least 120cm tall can use UK eGates, benefiting an estimated 1.5 million more kids annually and speeding family travel.
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