UK Airlines Told to Prepare for Summer Flight Changes
The UK government has instructed airlines to draw up contingency plans for potential jet fuel supply disruptions due to the Middle East conflict, aiming to protect passengers and businesses.
The UK government has instructed airlines to draw up contingency plans for potential jet fuel supply disruptions due to the Middle East conflict, aiming to protect passengers and businesses.
Denbighshire plans six short-stay motorhome sites to curb illegal camping, but a Rhyl location faces strong local opposition from residents concerned about green space loss.
Dorset Council urges drivers and motorcyclists to slow down during summer. New warning signs installed on high-risk routes as part of a joint safety campaign.
The UK Government announces contingency plans to protect summer holidays by allowing airlines to adjust schedules early, avoiding last-minute cancellations due to Middle East conflict.
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RecommendedFrom late 2026, UK families will need to pay €40 for ETIAS to visit 30 European countries. The €20 per person fee applies to most adults.
EasyJet flight EZY3114 from Tenerife to Glasgow was diverted to Porto after a passenger was reportedly attacked. Police met the aircraft, and the flight continued to Glasgow.
Derbyshire County Council introduces red routes from May 5, imposing £70 fines for inconsiderate parking in Castleton and Mam Tor areas to improve safety and traffic flow.
For the first time, electric car owners pay less to charge in public than petrol and diesel drivers, with average costs of 15p per mile compared to 17p for petrol.
An Air Canada Boeing 777 flight to Toronto declared an emergency shortly after takeoff from Heathrow, forcing a swift return. The aircraft landed safely with no injuries reported.
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RecommendedThe FCDO warns UK tourists in France that covering the face in public is illegal, with fines up to €150. The law applies to balaclavas, veils, and masks.
Over 2,500 illegal drivers have been dealt with in 12 months in West Yorkshire under Operation Trimburg, targeting speeding, seatbelt, and mobile phone offences to improve road safety.
West Midlands Fire Service extinguished a seventh-floor blaze at St Giles Court in Rowley Regis. No casualties reported; cause under investigation.
A person has been pronounced dead at Smethwick Galton Bridge railway station after emergency services responded to reports of a casualty on the tracks. Police say the death is not suspicious.
Four in five drivers cut back on travel due to soaring petrol and diesel prices. 86% of young adults changed commuting habits, with many switching to buses.
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RecommendedOctopus Energy reports a 177% surge in demand for second-hand electric car leases, with drivers saving up to 32% compared to new models. The trend makes EVs more affordable across all price points.
Heywood and Middleton North MP Elsie Blundell urges Mayor Andy Burnham to restore express bus services to Manchester, highlighting long commutes and economic barriers for local residents.
Heathrow Airport advises passengers carrying ground coffee or powder supplements to allow extra time for security checks, as these items may require additional screening.
The Met Office has issued its verdict on the UK May bank holiday weekend weather, predicting a mixed picture with warm and humid conditions but also thundery bursts and heavy showers.
Birmingham residents on 45 roads warned to move vehicles tonight or risk fines and relocation as Great Birmingham Run closes roads for 16,000 runners.
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RecommendedTrain delays and cancellations persist on Saturday morning after an emergency incident on the line between Wolverhampton and Birmingham New Street. Passengers advised to check before travel.
The Conservatives pledge a feasibility study for a Birmingham underground system, reviving the 'Brumderground' idea. Labour criticizes it as a recycled plan from 20 years ago.
Drivers on West Midlands motorways are being caught out by temporary speed limits, facing fines and penalty points for exceeding limits as low as 71mph.
Birmingham Council's transport chief defends revised Kings Heath LTN plans amid controversy, citing community engagement and a new approach to deter traffic.
Hundreds of over-70s in the UK are voluntarily surrendering driving licences ahead of new government safety measures, including mandatory eyesight tests.
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RecommendedFormer police officer Keith Butlin received a £100 fine from Excel Parking at Newhall Walk, Sutton Coldfield, despite paying for parking and spending £27 at B&M. He is fighting the penalty.
West Midlands Police confirm a 19-year-old man arrested after suspicious bag found at Utilita Arena, leading to evacuation of Peter Kay's stand-up show.
Three men have been jailed for stealing £50,000 worth of underground cables in Birmingham city centre, disrupting services for thousands.
A serious crash on the M6 near Birmingham has left four people in hospital. The incident caused major delays and emergency services attended the scene.
EasyJet launches 'book with confidence' pledge for summer, guaranteeing full schedule of 50 million seats and no price increases after booking.
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RecommendedThe FCDO has updated its Norway travel advice, adding drone regulations and reminding tourists of terrorist threats, severe drug penalties, and Arctic weather conditions.