Traffic & Travel News

Lee Anderson has blasted rail bosses as he has claimed that commuters are “more interested in their train turning up on time” than engaging with religious messaging.The former Conservative deputy party chairman made his comments after Network Rail announced an investigation would be launched into how controversial messages were shown on departure boards at King’s Cross Station.Islamic verses were shown next to train time information as part of a diversity […]

The Easter bank holiday weekend hit a rocky start as traffic mounted this morning with 20-mile long queues on major motorways, adding 45 minutes to journey times.As roughly 2.6million car journeys set off on Good Friday, it caused congestion around the M25 and roads in the South West and South East by lunchtime as drivers tried to leave the capital.The RAC detailed how drivers heading south caused majority of the […]

Holidaymakers in Spain will notice a change in guided tours when new rules come into effect within weeks. Those visiting San Sebastián will not be able to take part in guided tours with more than 25 tourists. If they do, guides could be charged €750 to €1,500 (£640 to £1,280).The municipal council of San Sebastián have introduced the new rules to crack down on overtourism and "promote a more orderly […]

Ryanair has shared a warning for customers travelling today as weather conditions could be set impact their flights. It said there will be "potential disruptions" today due to "high winds" outside the control of the airline.Ryanair stated: "Affected passengers will be notified and any passengers travelling to/from London (Stansted, Gatwick, Luton) on Thursday 28 March should check their Ryanair app for the latest updates on their flight."We regret any inconvenience […]

Hundreds of UK Border Force officers at Britain's busiest airport are set to take strike action. More than 600 officers at London Heathrow Airport are set to take strike action for four days from April 11.The PCS trade union said the strikes are part of a dispute over working conditions.The officers, who carry out immigration controls and passport checks on behalf of Britain's Home Office, or interior ministry, voted to […]

Cambridge visitors could have to pay a local charge in the future under plans to raise funds for investment in the city.Overnight guests staying at city centre hotels would pay £2 fare per night under a scheme known as Accommodation Business Improvement District, according to a new report. Authorities say the levy would help achieve “significant investment in the visitor economy in the Greater Cambridge area at a level previously […]

Spain is a popular destination for holidaymakers but Britons have said they might "avoid" the country in future amid new rules. Spanish officials have shared plans to reduce the opening hours in the hospitality industry and a fresh warning has been shared as people could be hit with fines of up to £500.Spain is popular among touristsPAThis comes as holidaymakers and locals planning to visit bars and restaurants in Spain […]

Spain has always been a hugely popular destination with British expats, owing to its slow pace of life and idyllic climate.However, moving to a foreign country can present unique challenges to even the most seasoned travellers. A resident named Stuart recently took to his YouTube channel to warn potential expats of the challenges they could face.“In general, my experiences here have been positive, but [....] there are some negative aspects […]

Britons have been warned they may not be able to travel if they fail to check an important passport detail.UK travellers could previously carry up to nine months from an old passport over onto a new one. But post-Brexit, EU countries will not accept passports issued more than 10 years ago. According to data from the Home Office, this could leave 32,000 people vulnerable.Travel expert Simon Calder shared how UK […]