Purple UK snow maps warn of 250-mile 'wall of snow'
The Met Office issues multiple alerts as a 'Beast from the East' style Arctic blast threatens -6°C freeze and travel chaos. Check warnings and prepare now.
The Met Office issues multiple alerts as a 'Beast from the East' style Arctic blast threatens -6°C freeze and travel chaos. Check warnings and prepare now.
Royal Mail has issued a service update warning of significant parcel and letter delays in 117 UK postcodes this Christmas. Find out if your area is affected and what the company is doing to fix it.
A 15-hour 'snow bomb' is forecast to hit 16 UK counties from Christmas Eve, disrupting travel. Get the latest on affected areas and how to prepare.
National Express boosts capacity on key routes between the Midlands, North West, and London from 26 Dec to 4 Jan, offering affordable travel and free kids' fares during rail works.
Royal Mail warns of severe pre-Christmas delivery delays affecting 151 postcodes across the UK. Check the full list to see if your area is impacted.
Drivers on the M6 face major disruption as the motorway shuts between junctions 39 and 40 for two consecutive weekends in January for essential bridge work. Plan your journey now.
A TikTok video showing children sleeping across plane seats has sparked envy and debate. Discover the comfort trick adults can't replicate and the safety warnings from cabin crew.
Jet2 announces eight 'fairytale' Christmas market destinations from Birmingham Airport for Winter 2026/27, including new flights to Copenhagen. Book your festive getaway.
The Met Office warns of 70mph gales and heavy rain set to disrupt Christmas travel across the UK. Check for cancellations and plan ahead for festive journeys.
A Met Office fog warning is in place for Birmingham and the West Midlands on Wednesday morning. Get the full Christmas week weather forecast and travel advice here.
A major snow blast is set to hit northern England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland on December 18. Get the latest forecast and regional impacts here.
Birmingham and the West Midlands face days of heavy rain and strong winds, causing train cancellations and event postponements. Stay informed on the latest travel updates and safety advice.
Heavy rain and strong winds cause disruption across the West Midlands, cancelling a Christmas lights switch-on and blocking a railway line. Stay updated on the weather.
Edinburgh Airport has suspended all operations due to a major IT issue with its air traffic control provider. Passengers are urged to contact their airlines for updates.
Forget crowded tourist traps. New data reveals the UK's most underrated staycation spots, packed with history, culture, and bargain potential. Discover where to go now.
Shoppers are snapping up real Christmas trees for a bargain £10.99 at Home Bargains. Discover the best festive tree deals from Tesco and Morrisons too.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 has announced its next steps. Find out where to see the festive lorry, get a free drink, and capture perfect holiday photos.
The Independent's guide to the UK's best festive markets features Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market and Worcester Christmas Fayre. Discover dates, highlights, and what makes them special.
The Met Office warns of a month's rainfall in 24 hours, triggering amber and yellow warnings. Expect flooding, transport chaos, and power cuts. Prepare your flood kit now.
RMT union announces four days of CrossCountry rail strikes in December over pay and staffing disputes, threatening Christmas travel plans for thousands. Find out the dates.
British tourists could be hit with a £540 charge for Balearic holidays under new tax proposals. The funds would help create affordable housing for locals. Discover how this affects your Spanish getaway.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain and gusty winds across parts of the UK this weekend, potentially causing travel chaos and flooding. Plan ahead and stay informed.
A travel specialist reveals how to avoid costly Black Friday travel deal mistakes. Learn to spot hidden fees and secure genuine savings for your next holiday.
The Met Office has issued yellow and amber weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds across the UK for Monday, December 1. Expect travel disruption and potential flooding.
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.
Travel experts reveal 7 crucial passport checks Brits must complete before Christmas flights. Avoid being turned away at airports with these essential Brexit-era tips.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain across the Midlands and southern UK, with up to 50mm forecast. Expect travel disruption and potential flooding. Stay informed.
The Met Office has issued an 18-hour yellow weather warning for rain across Birmingham and the West Midlands this Saturday, bringing potential travel disruption and flooding.
Met Office issues 18-hour yellow warning for heavy rain across West Midlands this Saturday, expecting significant travel disruption and flood risk. Plan your journey.