Urgent Health Alert as UK Temperatures Plummet
The UKHSA warns of serious health risks as an Arctic freeze hits. Vulnerable people urged to heat homes to 18°C and check on neighbours. Stay safe.
The UKHSA warns of serious health risks as an Arctic freeze hits. Vulnerable people urged to heat homes to 18°C and check on neighbours. Stay safe.
An eight-day amber cold health alert is in force across northern England, warning of serious health risks for vulnerable people as temperatures plummet. Check on elderly neighbours.
The RAC has issued a vital six-point warning to help drivers avoid breakdowns in the cold. Follow the 'FORCES' checklist to stay safe on icy roads this winter.
The last Sunday of 2025 in Birmingham will be mild but damp, with overcast skies and light showers. Here's your essential weather guide for 28 December.
The UK braces for a 652-mile wall of snow up to 20cm deep from January 5. Maps show England and Scotland blanketed. Read the latest Met Office forecast and travel warnings.
A yellow cold health alert has been issued for south-west England from Christmas evening, with strong winds and frosty temperatures forecast. Stay informed on travel and health advice.
The Met Office has issued a 20-hour yellow weather warning for Christmas Day, warning of strong winds and potential power disruptions across 26 areas in South West England and Wales. Find the full list here.
UK safety body OPSS issues urgent alert over two perfumes containing banned chemical lilial. Customers told to stop use immediately. Plus, latest on chocolate recall.
The Met Office forecasts a significant turn to colder, windier conditions from 1st January. Find out what the New Year weather shift means for you.
A major snow alert has been expanded across the UK, with 27 counties now at risk from incoming flurries around January 3. Get the latest forecast details and county list here.
A major snow event is forecast to hit the UK in early January, with 13 English counties first in line. Maps show significant snowfall and temperatures plunging to -9C. Read the full forecast.
The Met Office warns of frost and rain in Birmingham this weekend, with temperatures dropping to 1°C. Discover the full Christmas and New Year weather outlook for the city.
Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Oxfordshire are set for snow on January 3, as weather maps turn purple. Get the latest forecast and travel updates.
The UK braces for up to 5.9 inches of snow hitting 12 counties across Scotland, Wales, England, and Northern Ireland this Friday. Get the full forecast and county list here.
The Met Office warns of 60-80mm of rain hitting parts of south-west England and Wales, causing potential travel disruption and flooding. Stay updated with the latest forecast.
The Met Office warns of disruptive weather with 36 flood warnings across the UK. Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast, potentially causing travel chaos. Stay updated with the latest forecasts.
Driving expert Liam Barnes reveals six costly DVLA rule breaches for winter, from clearing number plates to removing coats. Avoid fines up to £1000 and penalty points.
Over four million UK households will receive automatic £25 Cold Weather Payments from DWP to help with heating bills this winter. Find out if you qualify.
Birmingham faces a four-day cold snap from Dec 16-20, with overnight temperatures plummeting to 0°C. Get the full forecast and prepare for frosty conditions.
Expert reveals five simple, zero-cost checks to protect your car from winter breakdowns. Learn how to maintain tyre pressure, battery health, and more to stay safe on icy roads.
The DWP confirms tax-free Winter Fuel Payments of up to £475 are landing for eligible pensioners. Learn about eligibility for this and other cold weather support schemes.
New weather maps reveal which parts of England will see snow as an Arctic bomb strikes from December 5. Temperatures could plunge to -2C. Read the full forecast.
Snow maps turn white as a wintry blast is set to hit parts of England and Scotland this Saturday, with temperatures plunging to -1C. Stay informed on the latest forecasts.
The Met Office issues an amber weather warning for heavy rain across the UK, forecasting a month's rainfall in 24 hours and a potential 'danger to life'. Stay informed on flood alerts and safety advice.
Latest weather maps show a dramatic shift, with predicted 5cm of snow for the West Midlands now expected to hit only Scotland. Get the full forecast details.
The Environment Agency has issued flood warnings for parts of Shropshire as the Met Office forecasts heavy rainfall. Residents urged to be prepared and avoid flood water.
A yellow weather warning for ice is in force across parts of the Midlands until 9 am Sunday. Hazardous travel conditions expected. Stay informed and travel safely.
The Met Office has issued a yellow ice warning for parts of the Midlands, with sub-zero temperatures risking injuries from slips and falls. Stay informed.
Millions of UK state pensioners to receive up to £475 in extra winter payments from DWP. Learn about Winter Fuel Allowance, Warm Home Discount & Cold Weather Payment eligibility.
From the DWP Christmas Bonus to Cold Weather Payments, discover the nine key financial changes affecting millions of UK households in December 2025. Plan your finances now.