Man dies in caravan as Storm Goretti tree falls
A man in his 50s was tragically killed in Helston, Cornwall, after a tree fell on his caravan during Storm Goretti's 99mph winds. Read the latest on the storm's devastating impact.
A man in his 50s was tragically killed in Helston, Cornwall, after a tree fell on his caravan during Storm Goretti's 99mph winds. Read the latest on the storm's devastating impact.
A man in his 50s was found dead after a tree fell onto his caravan in Cornwall during Storm Goretti. Police confirm the death is not suspicious.
Dramatic footage shows a massive tree destroying a children's bedroom in Trecarne, Cornwall, during Storm Goretti. The youngsters escaped unharmed after hearing the tree crack. Read the full story.
Plymouth City Council issues 18-month traffic order for Normandy Hill closure to facilitate National Grid connection works from January 2026. Plan your journey.
Down Lane in Frant will close to through traffic for up to 18 months for South East Water works from January 13, 2026. Access for residents maintained. Plan alternative routes.
The M6 motorway will be fully closed between Junctions 39 and 40 from Friday night for vital bridge installation work. Drivers are urged to postpone journeys or follow official diversions.
Cornwall Council announces extensive roadworks from January 2026 affecting Penzance, St Ives, Hayle and more. Check dates, diversions and travel advice here.
Plymouth City Council issues a traffic order for gas mains works in Ford & Keyham. Major road closures and parking bans will be in force from 5 Jan 2026. Plan your journeys.
The A45 Coventry Road into Birmingham will shut for a full weekend in January 2026 for Sprint bus route construction. Plan your journey with our essential guide.
East Sussex County Council announces short-term road closures in Ticehurst and Wadhurst for South East Water, BT Openreach, and Network Rail works in January 2026. Check dates and diversion routes.
Cornwall Council announces temporary road closures for utility works and an event in St Ives, Ludgvan, Leedstown and Pendeen from January 12-30, 2026. Full details on diversions and contacts here.
All lay-bys on the A21 near Tonbridge will shut 24/7 for around four weeks from January 12, 2026, for carriageway repairs. Plan your rest breaks in advance.
The UK braces for a major snowstorm, with forecasts predicting up to 79cm in Scotland. Maps show only Cornwall in England will escape the wintry onslaught. Read the latest Met Office warnings.
UK households will see energy bills drop by £138 a year from April as the price cap falls 8%. Find out what this means for your budget and the shift to net zero.
The AA warns of a record-breaking Christmas getaway with 24.4 million car trips today. Birmingham's M5/M6 interchange is a key hotspot. Read the full traffic alert.
Drivers face a year of disruption as the M4 in Wiltshire will close overnight for maintenance throughout 2026. Plan your journeys and check diversion routes now.
A teenager was stabbed multiple times in Plymouth city centre on December 22. Police are treating it as an isolated incident and urge witnesses to come forward.
Paula Burnham, owner of Luxe Hair Design in Solihull, stood in front of contractors after roadworks appeared without warning, severely impacting her crucial festive trade. Read the full story.
The M27 motorway will close for 10 days from Christmas Eve, causing major disruption. Drivers are urged to plan ahead and consider alternative routes.
A 75-year-old man feared for his life after a cow attack left him with a severed artery. The farmer has been fined over £12,000 for health and safety breaches. Read the full story.
Blue Wilson, hiking the UK coastline, returns to Cornwall's coast path over Christmas to complete a missed section. She's raised £7k for marine charities. Follow her journey.
The UK faces a severe cold snap with temperatures plunging to -2C and heavy snow forecast for Devon, Cornwall, and South Wales from December 27. Get the latest weather maps and expert warnings.
Drivers on the M6 face major disruption as the motorway shuts between junctions 39 and 40 for two consecutive weekends in January for essential bridge work. Plan your journey now.
Cornish Metals has floated on London's AIM market after re-domiciling to the UK, marking a key step in its plan to restart tin production at the historic South Crofty mine by 2028.
Truro and Penwith College names Carl Riding as its new Principal and Chief Executive. He will take up the post in March 2026, bringing a track record of Ofsted 'Outstanding' success. Read more.
The A38 Aston Expressway in Birmingham will be closed overnight from 10pm on Friday, December 5 until 3am on Saturday, December 6. A 30mph speed limit will follow. Plan your journey now.
Major M6 bridge repairs in Cumbria will impose a 30mph speed limit and close Junction 38 at Tebay for three years, sparking local outcry. Learn the details and timeline.
M6 drivers in Cumbria face a 30mph speed limit for up to three years due to a major bridge replacement project. Key details on closures and local opposition revealed.
Cornwall Airport Newquay is investing in a new high-performance radar system to improve safety and reliability. The upgrade, part-funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, will support all airspace users. Read more.
The UK braces for a major snow event on December 12, with up to 20cm forecast for Scotland and flurries reaching Cornwall. Get the full list of affected areas and timings here.