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Thunderstorms Cause Hundreds of Flight Delays at Heathrow and Gatwick

Thunderstorms have caused delays of up to six hours and cancellations at Heathrow and Gatwick airports, affecting over 600 flights. Airlines and air traffic control are managing disruptions amid ongoing severe weather in south-east England.

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Easyjet planes on the tarmac at Gatwick airport.

M5 Closed Both Ways in Somerset Due to Risk of Falling Overhead Cables

The M5 in Somerset is closed both ways between junctions 22 and 23 due to risk of falling overhead cables, causing long delays and diversions via the A38.

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An empty motorway with four cars on it. They are emegency vehicles responding to the power cables fault.

Unused South Scotland Mansion Approved for Holiday Complex Development

Irvine House, a long-unused mansion in south Scotland, has been approved for conversion into a holiday complex featuring 137 lodges, creating jobs and boosting the local economy.

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A computer generated view of an extension to a mansion house in southern Scotland. Part of the building is in granite while another section has a smooth white surface with a blue sky above and green fields in the background

Train Services Suspended as Heatwave Causes Rails to Buckle in Leamington Spa

Train services at Leamington Spa are suspended or delayed due to rails buckling in extreme heat. West Midlands Railway and Network Rail urge passengers to travel only if essential as disruptions continue through Friday.

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A modern dark orange train pictured at about a 45 degree angel. The train is pulling away from an area with overhead brackets and cabling.

Shetland Remains Cool and Overcast Amid UK Heatwave

While the UK experiences a heatwave with record temperatures, Shetland remains cool and overcast, attracting tourists who appreciate its milder summer climate.

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Highland cows in a grassy field near the sea at Haroldswick, Shetland. The sky above is grey.

Ryanair Revises Family Seating Policy to Let Parents Sit with Children Free

Ryanair has updated its family seating policy to allow parents to sit with children free of charge after a CMA investigation into unfair fees.

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Passengers line up to board a Ryanair aircraft on an airport runway under a colourful sunset sky.

EU's New Border System May Cause Holiday Delays for Non-EU Travelers

The EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES) requires biometric data from non-EU travellers, causing potential delays at airports and border points this summer. Airlines and authorities advise early arrival as the system undergoes its first peak season.

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People wait at the top of escalators with luggage and checking phones at the Eurostar terminal at St Pancras in London, in December. The Eurostar sign can be seen in the background.

Major Disruption to Belfast-Dublin Rail Services Due to Overhead Line Damage

Cross border rail services between Belfast and Dublin face major disruption due to overhead line damage in Dublin, affecting up to 20,000 commuters. Replacement buses operate between Connolly Station and Drogheda, with ongoing repairs and service suspensions on several routes.

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A bridge, on top of a field of grass, with a train crossing it. There is a blue sky in the background.

EU Airports Chief Warns New Digital Border System Is Causing Major Delays

The EU's new Entry-Exit System is causing significant airport delays, with industry leaders urging flexibility and process reviews to prevent further travel disruptions.

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A crowd of passengers waiting in the passport control queue at Milan Bergamo airport on 16 April, with four check-in desks visible.

Rail Passengers Urged to Travel Only If Essential Amid UK Heatwave

Due to a severe heatwave with temperatures up to 40°C, rail passengers in Britain are advised to travel only if essential. Network Rail plans speed restrictions and service reductions, with Chiltern Railways cancelling over half its timetable. Safety concerns include track buckling and overhead w...

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A Southeastern train passes through heat haze in Ashford, Kent

Inside the UK's Most Northerly Bothy: A Night in Orkney's Restored Shelter

The UK's most northerly bothy on Orkney's Hoy island has been restored after decades of decline. This 19th-century shelter now offers improved accommodation near the iconic Old Man of Hoy sea stack, welcoming climbers and visitors alike.

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BBC The newly restored Burnmouth bothy has been renovated twice. In the 1970s, it was spruced up for a BBC adaptation, and during last winter, it was restored for a second time by a team of builders contracted by the Hoy Trust.

Edinburgh Airport Reopens After Security Alert, Passengers Warned of Delays

Edinburgh airport reopened Saturday after a security alert led to a partial terminal evacuation Friday night. Passengers are warned of ongoing delays as operations normalize.

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File photo of people walking through Edinburgh Airport