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Drivers are being urged to avoid the M25 following a "police-led incident" which has shut the major motorway, with miles of congestion on the approach.While the M25 clockwise between J25 (Enfield) and J26 (Waltham Abbey) has reopened, drivers are still dealing with long delays.The police-led incident forced the M25 to close, with up to five miles of congestion on the approach.National Highways: East warned drivers of the delays and suggested […]

Flight delays are an inevitable part of travel; however, some airports are more prone to disruption than others.Gatwick Airport continues to hold the title of the UK's worst for flight delays, with departures averaging more than 23 minutes behind schedule in 2024.Gatwick, the UK's second busiest airport, receives more than 40 million passengers and serves almost 60 airlines, including British Airways, Jet2, easyJet, Ryanair and TUI - meaning potential chaos […]

Whether you're looking for prettier scenery, warmer weather, better work prospects or a retirement haven, there are many motivations for moving abroad.For Britons who are keen to explore pastures new but don't want to be too far away from loved ones in the UK, expat hotspots such as Spain, France and Portugal reign supreme.But there are plenty more European destinations out there that can provide an excellent quality of life.GB […]

British holidaymakers have been issued a fresh travel update following the death of Pope Francis.Those already in Italy or with plans to visit shortly have been advised that Rome and Vatican City may see more visitors than usual.A period of mourning, known as the Novemdiales or a Novendiale, has now begun and will last for nine days. Tributes are already pouring in as the world reacts to the news. The […]

Drivers have given their verdict on the worst motorway in the UK, with millions of drivers choosing a major route as the UK's most hated.In a new poll of thousands of AA members, the M25 has been crowned the UK's worst motorway, with 40 per cent of respondents citing it as the most problematic route.This represents a significant increase from a similar poll conducted in 2013, when 30 per cent […]

A British Airways cabin crew member was found dead in his hotel room during a stopover in San Francisco, the airline has confirmed.The male crew member had flown from the UK to San Francisco on Tuesday and was staying at the Marriott Marquis hotel ahead of his scheduled return shift. Concerns were raised on Thursday when he failed to report for duty. After repeated attempts to contact him, hotel staff […]

Spain is one of the most popular places for Britons to holiday in, offering sunny weather, great food and a vibrant culture. However, new data showed it is no longer the most sought-after destination for UK holidaymakers as they set their sights on other European cities. Amsterdam and Paris both proved more appealing to Britons, according to analysis of popular flight searches compiled by One Sure Insurance. It showed a […]

Known for its stunning landscape and excellent quality of life, Switzerland is a popular destination amongst expats across Europe and the UK.An expat who moved to Switzerland nine years ago shared the positives of life in the European country, as well as the challenges he has faced.James Moya has lived in Zurich since 2016 and explained on YouTube (@SanderRecommends) how he was "surprised by how many people enjoy spending a […]

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have announced a major expansion at London Luton Airport for summer 2026 with the addition of five new routes.The routes will fly to Corfu, Kos, Preveza, Skiathos and Menorca, with Preveza and Skiathos being exclusive to Jet2.Four of the new routes are to popular destinations across Greece, bringing the total number of Greek hotspots offered by the company to seven.The expansion means customers will have a total […]