Millions Missing Out on Travel Compensation Claims
Which? finds 900,000 delayed passengers could claim compensation, but only 38% do, missing out on millions.
Category : Transport
NHS Worker Awarded for Bravery After Saving Life on M6
Off-duty NHS worker Amanda Field awarded for bravery after saving a life on the M6 motorway crash near Stoke.
Hidden Car Button Saves Fuel During Heatwaves
A TikTok user reveals that pressing the recirculation button in your car can help the AC cool faster during a heatwave, saving fuel and time.
Serious M6 Crash Near Wigan Causes Major Delays
Serious M6 crash near Wigan causes lane closures and delays of up to two hours on both northbound and southbound carriageways.
UK Considers Paris-Style Ban on Oversized SUVs in Cities
SUV numbers in English cities have surged tenfold, prompting calls for Paris-style parking charges to curb space and safety issues.
Family Pays Tribute to 'Amazing' Woman Killed in Christmas Eve Crash on M2
Saskia Weatherley, 29, died in a single-car crash on the M2 on Christmas Eve 2025. Her family pays tribute to the 'amazing' woman.
M25 Chaos After Two Lorry Fires Cause Major Delays
Two lorry fires on the M25 in Essex cause major delays, with the motorway closed anticlockwise between junctions 27 and 26.
Haunting Final Words of Airport Worker Before He Crashed Plane on Purpose
Richard Russell, an airport worker with no flight experience, stole a plane and crashed it on purpose, leaving a haunting final message.
Spain Train Crash: 39 Dead in One of Europe's Worst Rail Disasters
A high-speed train derailment in Spain kills 39, highlighting Europe's deadliest rail accidents in recent years, from Greece to Germany.
M6 Closed for Hours After Woman Found Dead Near Haydock
M6 closed between junctions 23 and 26 after woman found dead; police investigate, diversions in place.
M5 Northbound Closed After Vehicle Leaves Road in Gloucestershire
M5 northbound closed between J14 and J13 after vehicle leaves road; police investigation underway, diversion in place.
Diesel Prices in June See Biggest Monthly Drop in 26 Years
Diesel prices fell by nearly 17p per litre in June 2026, the largest monthly drop since 2000, but RAC warns prices remain far above pre-conflict levels.
M60 Crash Stops Traffic Between Junctions 16 and 17
A crash on the M60 clockwise in Greater Manchester has halted traffic between junctions 16 and 17, causing 20-minute delays and 2 miles of congestion.
M60 Crash Shuts Motorway Between J16 and J17 Prestwich
A crash on the M60 clockwise has shut the motorway between J16 Clifton and J17 Prestwich, causing 20-minute delays and 2 miles of congestion as emergency services and recovery crews work at the scene.
Newcastle Internet Down Five Days After Lightning Strike
A lightning strike in Newcastle's Brunton Park area has left residents and businesses without internet for five days, causing significant sales losses and disruption.
Spain's Rail Network Under Scrutiny After Second Fatal Crash in Three Days
Spain's rail network faces scrutiny after a second fatal crash in three days, with a trainee driver killed near Barcelona and 43 dead in a high-speed collision.
Man Dies in Sydney Helicopter Crash at Bankstown Car Park
A man dies and a teen is critically injured after a helicopter crashes into a car park in Bankstown, Sydney. ATSB to investigate.
Bank Holiday Travel Chaos Looms With Three-Day Heathrow Strike
Heathrow refuellers announce 72-hour strike over May Bank Holiday, affecting 35 airlines. Border Force and Gatwick catering strikes also planned.
US Thanksgiving Travel Expected to Stabilise After Shutdown, but Crowds Remain
US Thanksgiving travel stabilises after shutdown but remains crowded, with 82 million travellers expected. Experts advise early departures.
Drivers Lose £3.6m in Unused Dart Charge Payments Kept by Government
Drivers lost £3.6m in unused Dart Charge payments over two years, with the Government keeping most funds, FOI reveals.
Suspected Sabotage Disrupts Italian Rail on Olympics Opening
Suspected sabotage disrupts Italian rail services on Winter Olympics opening day, causing delays up to 2.5 hours. Three incidents near Bologna.
M6 Closed After Crash on Christmas Eve Causes Long Delays
M6 closed both directions after crash near Woolston, causing 30-min delays on Christmas Eve. Breakdown also reported.
Jet2 Plane Makes Emergency Landing After Bird Strike
Jet2 flight LS217 from Leeds Bradford to Lanzarote made an emergency landing at Manchester after a bird strike. No injuries reported.
M5 Closure Causes Bristol Travel Chaos, Airport Warns Passengers
M5 closure near Bristol Airport due to police incident causes severe delays; airport warns passengers to allow extra time.
M27 Reopens After £83m Overhaul with Low-Noise Surface
M27 reopens after £83m upgrade with low-noise asphalt surface, reducing noise for residents and improving durability.
Welsh Gov open to M4 Brynglas tunnel widening method
Wales' transport minister confirms Welsh Government is examining the Nazzano method to widen Brynglas tunnels without closure, aiming to solve M4 congestion. A balanced plan is due in autumn.
M66 Motorway Closed Near Manchester After Lorry Crash
M66 motorway closed near Manchester after lorry crash; no injuries but lengthy delays and complex recovery underway.
M1 Southbound Shut After Van Fire and Diesel Spill Near East Midlands Airport
M1 southbound closed near East Midlands Airport after van fire and diesel spill; no casualties, severe delays, diversions in place.
M25 Crash Causes Major Delays on Route to Stansted Airport
Two lanes closed on M25 after crash near Stansted Airport, causing major delays. No injuries reported, diversions in place.
M60 Reopens After 30-Hour Closure Following Eight-Vehicle Crash
M60 reopens after 30-hour closure following eight-vehicle crash near Stockport, with lane closures remaining for barrier repairs.
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