Birmingham Airport Baggage Back to Normal
Birmingham Airport has confirmed baggage handling is back to normal after a system failure left passengers flying without luggage, with recovery efforts ongoing over the weekend.
Category : Airport Updates
Swansea Civic Centre flats, shops, aquarium plans submitted
Detailed plans to transform Swansea's Civic Centre into flats, shops, cafes, and an aquarium have been submitted, with up to 138 flats and £20m UK Government funding.
Birmingham Airport baggage delays continue as repairs start
Birmingham Airport begins repairs to baggage system after four days of delays, assuring passengers not to worry as recovery plans prove successful.
Jet2 expands ski flights from Birmingham for Winter 2027/28
Jet2.com launches Winter 2027/28 ski programme from Birmingham Airport with 56,000 seats to six Alpine destinations, including Chambery, Geneva, and Innsbruck.
Mount Etna Eruption Disrupts Flights at Catania Airport
Mount Etna's eruption grounds flights at Catania Airport, affecting British tourists. Volcanic ash forces arrivals to halt, with warnings at highest level.
Birmingham Airport Apologises Over Luggage Delays
Birmingham Airport has apologised after hundreds of passengers flew out without their luggage due to a baggage system failure. The airport is working to reunite passengers with their bags.
Spider-Man Brand New Day Streaming: Release Date and How to Watch
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is in cinemas now; streaming release not confirmed yet. Expect VOD in 6-8 weeks, then possibly Netflix or Sky/Now.
Birmingham Airport Guide: Arrivals, Parking, Security & More
Everything you need to know about Birmingham Airport (BHX): arrival times, parking, security, transport links, and more. Plan your next trip with this comprehensive guide.
Birmingham Airport baggage down, M6 lorry fire delays
Birmingham Airport's baggage system is down, impacting outbound luggage, while an M6 lorry fire causes 90-minute queues. Engineers are on site; no injuries reported.
Aston Villa Take on BG Pathum in Thailand Friendly
Aston Villa play BG Pathum United in a pre-season friendly in Thailand, continuing their Far East tour after a 3-1 win over Indonesia All Stars.
Bristol Airport plans 10 new food and drink outlets
Bristol Airport invites bids for 10 new food and drink outlets, including a speakeasy bar, in its £400m terminal transformation. The deadline is September 1.
Jet2's biggest ski programme from Birmingham Airport
Jet2.com has launched its biggest ever ski programme from Birmingham Airport, with flights to six Alpine destinations and over 56,000 seats for Winter 2027/28
EasyJet offers free Teddy Trackers at four UK airports
EasyJet and easyJet holidays are giving free Teddy Trackers at four UK airports this summer to help families avoid losing children's favourite toys.
Dad fined £200 at EMA over payment timing
Kevin Smith, 68, was fined £200 at East Midlands Airport despite paying £5 for drop-off and collection. The fines arose because he paid before leaving the forecourt.
East Midlands Airport's Summer 2026 Parking Advice
East Midlands Airport urges summer 2026 passengers to check parking and drop-off info before setting off; charges run to £16 for three hours.
Ryanair finally confirms £8 seating rule change
Ryanair now lets parents sit with children under 12 for free after check-in, ending mandatory family seat fees of up to £13.50 following a CMA investigation.
Ryanair passenger arrested after hair extension outburst
A Ryanair passenger who tore out her hair extensions during a disruptive flight to Newcastle has been fined £1,477 and ordered to pay costs and a surcharge.
Octopus Electroverse Hits 1 Million Drivers: Half of UK EVs on App
One million drivers have signed up to Octopus Electroverse, representing half of all fully electric cars on UK roads. The energy giant also reveals one in three new cars in June was fully electric.
Alton Towers Extends Summer Opening Hours
Alton Towers Resort has announced extended opening hours for the 2024 summer holidays, operating until 9pm on select days to accommodate increased visitor demand.
Engineer Dies in Heathrow Maintenance Incident
23-year-old Virgin Atlantic engineer Georgie Buxton died on July 7 after sustaining serious injuries during aircraft maintenance at Heathrow Airport on June 11.
Brummie Fined £45 Over 'Happy Meal' Luggage Tester
Jazveena Sahota was charged £45 by Tui at Birmingham Airport after a slim handheld bag tester, likened to a Happy Meal box, deemed her suitcase too big for cabin.
Sancho Offered Lucrative Qatar Deal After Villa Exit
Jadon Sancho, without a club after leaving Manchester United, has been offered a 'game-changing' contract by Qatari side Al Rayyan, as per reports.
EasyJet Launches Bristol-Strasbourg Flights for Christmas
EasyJet will start twice-weekly flights from Bristol Airport to Strasbourg in November, offering direct access to one of Europe's oldest Christmas markets and becoming the only airline on the route.
Tesco Whoosh Expands to 1800 Stores with Uber Eats, Deliveroo
Tesco's Whoosh service now offers 20-minute grocery delivery from 1,800 stores via Uber Eats and Deliveroo, with Clubcard Prices and points available for the first time through these platforms.
Ryanair flight from Birmingham declares medical emergency
A Ryanair flight from Birmingham to Dublin declared an emergency shortly after takeoff due to a medical incident, triggering priority landing at Dublin Airport.
Martin Lewis two-week rule saves on summer flights
Families can save hundreds by using Martin Lewis' two-week rule: compare the last two weeks of school holidays with the first, and check alternative airports for cheaper flights.
Gatwick Airport Major Disruption Water Outage
Gatwick Airport faces major disruption due to a water supply issue affecting both terminals, with bottled water distributed and contingency measures in place.
Birmingham Airport Shares 7 Travel Tips for Departures
Birmingham Airport reminds passengers of the do's and don'ts at departures, from vapes to fancy dress, ensuring a smoother journey.
Ryanair: Fuel costs could wipe out rival airlines by Dec
Ryanair warns that soaring fuel costs could cause rival airlines to collapse by December, citing the Iran war and blocked Strait of Hormuz as fuel prices double.
Jet2 Adds Egypt, Tunisia, and Greece Routes from Birmingham
Jet2 confirms new year-round flights to Hurghada and Sharm-El-Sheikh in Egypt from February 2027, plus Tunisia from May 2027 and Thassos in Greece from summer 2027, with record-breaking summer demand.
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