UK E-Gates Now Open to Children Aged 8 and 9
From July 8, 2026, children aged 8 and 9 can use UK airport e-gates, affecting up to 1.5 million kids. The change aims to speed up queues during summer holidays.
Category : Transport
52 Post Office Branches to Close This Summer
Over 50 Post Office branches inside Morrisons Daily stores will close by October, affecting communities across England, Scotland, and Wales as the supermarket chain shuts unprofitable convenience shops.
UK E-Gate Expansion Benefits 1.5M More Children from Today
From today, children aged eight and nine can use e-gates at UK airports, benefiting up to 1.5 million more families and reducing queue times.
UK E-Gates Now Open to Children Aged 8-9, 1.5M More Eligible
From today, children aged eight and nine can use UK airport e-gates, reducing queues for families. The change affects up to 1.5 million more passengers and applies to 15 airports.
Tories Urge TfL and Khan to Act as Bus Demand Falls
Bus demand in London has dropped 22.8% from its 2015 peak, with the Conservative Party blaming antisocial behaviour and safety concerns, urging TfL and Mayor Sadiq Khan to take action.
M6 Driver Caught at 160mph in RAC Report on Speeding
A driver was clocked at 160mph on the M6 in Cheshire, while others hit 80mph near schools, according to a new RAC report based on FOI data from UK police forces.
New UK Airport eGate Rule: Children Aged 8+ Can Use eGates
From July 8, children aged eight and above can use eGates at 13 UK airports, benefitting 1.5 million more kids. The change aims to speed up border processing for families.
Newcastle Airport: Children Aged 8+ Can Use eGates Now
Children aged eight and over can now use eGates at 13 major UK airports including Newcastle, after the minimum age was lowered from 10 to 8. The change is expected to benefit 1.5 million children and speed up border processing for families.
Cardiff Airport: Kids 8+ Can Use eGates from July 8
From July 8, children aged 8 and over can use eGates at 13 UK airports including Cardiff, speeding up border returns for families. Up to 1.5 million more kids are expected to benefit.
Manchester Airport Warns: Avoid These Shoes for Security
Manchester Airport advises passengers to wear easily removable shoes and avoid fiddly clothing to speed up security checks, as detailed in their Ultimate Airport Guide.
Two A19 Incidents Cause Long Rush Hour Delays
Separate incidents on the A19 in Sunderland and County Durham caused long rush hour delays on Wednesday morning. A three-vehicle crash and a broken-down bus led to tailbacks for several hours.
13 UK airports lower eGate age to 8 for summer travel
Children aged 8+ can now use eGates at 13 UK airports, including Heathrow and Manchester, affecting up to 1.5 million more kids and easing family travel.
Pilot's Last Words Before Boeing 737 Vanishes Over Arabian Sea
The pilot of a missing Boeing 737 cargo plane said the aircraft was 'rolling or floating' before it vanished over the Arabian Sea. A search operation is underway for the K2 Airways jet.
Boeing 737 Missing off Pakistan Coast, Search Ongoing
A Boeing 737 cargo plane operated by K2 Airways vanished off the coast of Karachi, Pakistan, on July 7, 2026. The aircraft reported a navigation problem, then rapidly descended and lost contact. Five people were on board.
M61 Drivers Face 11 Weeks of Disruption from Major Works
M61 northbound between junctions 4 and 5 near Bolton will see 11 weeks of overnight lane and full carriageway closures for essential repairs, causing delays until September 30, 2026.
Bolton Trains Disrupted by Trespass Incident Until 12pm
Trains between Bolton and Preston are blocked due to a trespass incident, causing cancellations, delays, and revisions until at least 12pm. Northern and TransPennine Express services affected.
K2 Airways Boeing 737 Vanishes Near Karachi, Search Underway
A K2 Airways Boeing 737 cargo plane with five crew vanished near Karachi after a rapid descent. Search and rescue operations are ongoing in the Arabian Sea.
M65 Closed After Multi-Vehicle Pile-Up in Lancashire
The M65 in Lancashire is closed westbound between J4 and J5 after a multi-vehicle crash. Emergency services are on scene, with delays over 30 minutes and 3 miles of congestion.
UK Expands Airport E-Gates to Children Aged 8-9
Starting Wednesday, children aged eight and nine can use airport e-gates in the UK, benefiting up to 1.5 million more kids as summer travel peaks.
UK Service Station King Shares Biggest Red Flags After 97 Visits
Rich Cross, the 'Service Station King', visited all 97 UK official service stations and shares the biggest red flags, including poor toilets and potholes, plus his verdict on the UK's finest services.
UK Airport E-Gate Age Lowered to 8 for 1.5M Children
From today, children as young as eight can use airport e-gates in the UK, affecting up to 1.5 million young travellers and aiming to reduce waiting times.
London Trains Cancelled Amid 34C Heatwave: Full List
Rail services in London face cancellations and reduced speeds as temperatures hit 34C. GWR and EMR advise only essential travel, with some routes suspended.
A470 Closed After Lorry Hits Central Reservation
A470 closed in both directions near Pontypridd after a lorry struck the central reservation. Drivers face long delays as recovery work begins.
Plane Vanishes Over Arabian Sea, Flight Tracker Shows
A K2 Airways cargo plane with five crew vanished over the Arabian Sea off Pakistan. Flightradar24 data shows rapid altitude changes before the aircraft disappeared from radar.
UK Lowers E-Gate Age to 8 for Children on Holidays
Children aged 8 and 9 can now use UK airport e-gates from July 8, 2026, benefiting up to 1.5 million kids. The Home Office change aims to ease family travel this summer.
A19 Crashes Cause Severe Delays in Sunderland Area
Two crashes on the A19 south of Sunderland cause severe delays in both directions, with southbound at Seaton and northbound at Herrington Interchange partially blocked.
Glasgow Central Station Partially Reopens After Vape Shop Fire
Glasgow Central station partially reopens after a fire in a neighbouring vape shop forced its closure. Reduced services resume from Wednesday.
Mercedes and Dacia Named UK's Most Efficient Electric Vehicles
Mercedes CLA 250+ and Dacia Spring named UK's most efficient EVs with 5 miles per kWh. Tesla Model 3 third. New tax on heavy vehicles proposed.
US Launches Over 80 Strikes on Iran After Tanker Attacks
US forces launched over 80 strikes on Iranian targets after three commercial vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated, hitting Bahrain and Kuwait, escalating tensions in the fragile ceasefire.
Hot Air Balloon Makes 'Near-Perfect' Landing on Bedford Street
Hot air balloon lands on residential street in Bedford, narrowly missing houses and cars, with bystanders helping to guide it down safely.
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