Christmas Getaway Peaks on 'Frantic Friday'
Millions face travel chaos on the UK's busiest Christmas getaway day. Read our guide to the worst-hit roads, rail lines, and airports, with expert advice to avoid the festive gridlock.
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Christmas Rail Disruption Warning for West Coast Main Line
Avanti West Coast warns passengers of major Christmas rail disruption due to Network Rail upgrades. Check your journey before travelling from Dec 24 to Jan 14.
UK's 10 Most Desirable Postcodes Revealed
New research uncovers the UK's most sought-after postcodes where properties sell up to 30 days faster than average. Discover the top locations for security, schools, and lifestyle.
Scotland's West Highland Line is a top 10 scenic winter rail journey
National Geographic experts hail the 180-mile Glasgow to Mallaig route as one of the world's most breathtaking winter train journeys. Discover the festive attractions in Glasgow too.
Unique Brighton hotel with themed rooms and cheeky menu
Discover Hotel Pelirocco in Brighton, the UK's coolest city. This unique boutique hotel offers 19 wildly themed rooms, a vibrant bar, and a very playful room service menu for an unforgettable stay.
Heathrow's £1.3bn Terminal 4 overhaul and AI investment
London Heathrow Airport announces a massive £1.3 billion investment for 2025, including a major Terminal 4 revamp, new AI cameras, and a faster third runway. Discover how this will transform travel.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Christmas 2025 Travel Chaos: Key Dates & Disruption
Your essential guide to festive travel chaos. Discover the busiest days on roads and rails, airport peaks, and key closures to plan your UK Christmas getaway.
UK's Top 50 Fish & Chip Takeaways Named for 2025
The Fry Awards 2025 unveil Britain's best fish and chip takeaways and restaurants. Discover if your local chippy made the prestigious list. See the winners now!
MAFS UK's Rebecca Fenney dating Liverpool footballer
Married At First Sight UK star Rebecca Fenney has gone Instagram official with Liverpool footballer Lily Woodham, weeks after her split from TV husband Bailey Smith. Discover her journey to a new love.
Career Diplomat Christian Turner Named New UK Ambassador to US
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
Stansted expansion green-lit, set to be UK's 2nd busiest airport
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
Avanti scraps 'ghost train' plan after passenger uproar
Rail bosses reverse decision to run a Manchester to London commuter service with only staff on board after a major public outcry. The 7am service will now continue for passengers.
Avanti's 7am Manchester-London 'ghost train' saved
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator's U-turn. The sub-two-hour train, vital for business and hospital trips, had faced being axed.
Boy, 14, killed at notorious Nottinghamshire level crossing
A 14-year-old former Nottingham Forest academy goalkeeper has died after being struck by a train at a level crossing in Burton Joyce, Nottinghamshire. The crossing had been subject to repeated safety complaints.
Manchester-London commuter train to run with no passengers
A 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will operate without passengers for up to five months after a rail regulator blocked ticket sales. Discover the impact on commuters.
Empty Manchester-London Train to Run for 5 Months
The 7am Avanti West Coast express from Manchester to London is cut from the December timetable, but the train will run empty for crew logistics. Discover the impact on passengers and taxpayers.
Rail fare freeze saves passengers hundreds of pounds
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces first rail fare freeze in 30 years, saving millions on season tickets and peak travel. Discover what this means for your commute.
Government Approves Heathrow's £49bn Third Runway Plan
The government has approved Heathrow's £49bn expansion, including a third runway. The project promises 100,000+ jobs but faces fierce environmental opposition. Read the full details.
English rail fares frozen for first time in 30 years
Millions of UK rail passengers to save money as government confirms first fare freeze in three decades, part of the new Great British Railways plan.
Rail fares frozen for first time in 30 years
The UK government confirms an unprecedented rail fare freeze, saving commuters on expensive routes over £300 annually. Part of a wider plan for a modernised, publicly-owned Great British Railways.
New Oxford-Milton Keynes Rail Line Delayed Until 2026
A key East West Rail link between Oxford and Milton Keynes faces a 2026 delay due to a 'driver-only operation' dispute with the RMT union, which warns of industrial action. Discover the implications.
Boy, 11, killed on level crossing near Kenley
The family of Jaiden Shehata pay tribute after the 11-year-old was killed on a level crossing in south London. Read the RAIB's safety recommendations.
Egypt launches 250km/h high-speed desert rail network
Egypt prepares to launch a 2,000km high-speed rail network with Siemens Velaro trains, cutting travel times by 50% and emissions by 70%. Discover this transport revolution.
Christmas rail shutdown: 32 days of works hit travellers
UK faces unprecedented Christmas rail chaos as 32 days of engineering works disrupt main lines. 15 million passengers affected with journey times trebling. Plan ahead now.
Major Rail Disruption After Police Incident
Severe rail disruption hits England and Wales after police incident near Newport. Multiple routes affected with replacement transport arranged. Latest travel updates.
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