Traffic & Travel News

Strikes on the London Underground have been called off following talks over pay between the Aslef union and Transport for London (TfL).The now-cancelled action would have seen the capital brought to a halt on Thursday 7 and Tuesday 12.Finn Brennan, Aslef’s full-time organiser on London Underground, said: "Following fresh talks, and an improved offer, Aslef has agreed to suspend our planned industrial action on London Underground. Details of the offer […]

Ecuador is a popular holiday destination, known for its enchanting Galápagos Islands, Amazon rainforest, Devil's Nose Train Ride, Cotopaxi Volcano and incredible variation of birds.But before visiting the beautiful country, Britons should consult the UK Government's latest guidance to ensure a safe trip. Holidaymakers were recently warned that they face health risks including Oropouche virus.The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) told holidaymakers to carry out some important tasks before […]

Frankfurt has emerged as Europe's most budget-friendly destination for families during the October half-term break, according to new data. The German city tops the list with a total cost of just £656 for a family of four, including flights and accommodation for a five-day stay.Krakow and Budapest follow closely in second and third, offering affordable getaways for under £750. The study, led by travel experts at Disneyland Tickets, analysed costs […]

Holidaymakers in Spain have come under fire in recent weeks and months due to over-tourism and the negative effects it has had on locals.The anti-tourist sentiment has caused Britons to fight back though, with some threatening to boycott the holiday destination altogether.Just days ago, beachgoers in Tenerife were left stunned by protestors carrying anti-tourism signs and banging drums.One protestor carried a sign that read: "Enjoying a day at your pool? […]

Drivers commuting to work are dealing with congestion chaos on the M25 as traffic officers deal with a serious HGV fire.The M25 in Surrey is closed clockwise between J5 Sevenoaks and J6 Godstone/Caterham as traffic officers deal with the recovery effort.Traffic is also stopped on the anti-clockwise carriageway between J6 and J5, which has also seen closed the M26 westbound between J2A and M25/A21.Emergency services including Surrey Police and Surrey […]

Janine Marsh bought a property in Nord-Pas de Calais some 20 years ago and has been in love with France ever since.Initially, she split her time between Beckenham, London and her new home in France, but around five years ago, she decided to make the permanent move to Nord-Pas de Calais - and she's never looked back.'In Boulogne sur Mer, near where I live, there's a Charles Dickens appreciation club […]

London Underground train drivers are planning to protest against 'extreme noise levels' by deliberately reducing speeds to below 50mph on the Victoria line. The move comes after the RMT Union, which represents Tube drivers, voted for industrial action over the issue.Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed that the noise levels have "exceeded the legal limit" on the line which runs from Walthamstow to Brixton via King's Cross. The problem has […]

British holidaymakers with plans to visit Italy have been given an important new warning as the popular holiday destination is hit by floods.The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) alerted Britons to severe weather and flooding across Italy.The FCDO warned: "Severe weather and flooding is affecting many areas of Italy, particularly Emilia Romagna and Liguria. Rail services and roads may be affected."The website of Ferrovie dello Stato has more information. […]

A Ryanair passenger was charged £75 for having “stiff wheels” on his suitcase, despite having used the luggage for three years with no issue.Austin Price, from Plymouth, has slammed staff at the budget airline for being “jobsworths” after they said his suitcase failed to meet the requirements of the “if it fits, it flies” measuring stand.The 28-year-old was flying from Bristol Airport to Krakow, on October 4 when he was […]