Ryanair flight emergency u-turn to Birmingham Airport
A Ryanair flight to Tenerife made a dramatic emergency return to Birmingham after severe turbulence. Passengers describe a 'horror movie' ordeal. Full story inside.
A Ryanair flight to Tenerife made a dramatic emergency return to Birmingham after severe turbulence. Passengers describe a 'horror movie' ordeal. Full story inside.
A Ryanair flight from Birmingham to Tenerife was forced to return to BHX after turbulence caused injuries. Get the latest details on the incident and passenger safety.
Passengers describe 'horror movie' ordeal as Ryanair flight from Birmingham to Tenerife is forced back to airport due to severe turbulence. Read the full story.
A Ryanair flight from Malaga to Birmingham declared a mid-air emergency, issuing a 'Squawk 7700' alert. The Boeing 737 diverted safely to London Stansted. Full details on the incident and passenger updates.
A Ryanair flight to Tenerife was forced to turn back after severe turbulence flung passengers from seats. One woman describes the traumatic mid-air emergency. Read the full story.
Ryanair vows immediate appeal against a €256m fine from Italy's competition watchdog, calling the ruling 'legally unsound' and a threat to low fares. Read the full story.
A Ryanair flight to Faro collided with a fuel tanker while taxiing at Edinburgh Airport, forcing an emergency evacuation. No fire reported. Full details and passenger reactions.
Ryanair updates its hand luggage rules, permitting passengers to bring two items of baby equipment for free. The airline also celebrates 35 million passengers at Birmingham Airport.
Dentists in England will receive higher payments for NHS emergency appointments from April 2026 under Labour government plans, aiming to improve patient access and save costs.
A small private jet crashed in central Mexico, killing seven. The aircraft struck a building while attempting an emergency landing near Toluca airport. Read the latest details.
Birmingham Airport announces a dozen new direct routes for 2026, including Tirana, Rome, and Lapland. Discover the full list of destinations and airlines.
A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after a reported stabbing on Portland Road, Edgbaston. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident.
Ryanair bases a sixth aircraft at Liverpool John Lennon Airport for Summer 2026, adding three new routes and 250,000 seats as part of a major $600m investment in the North West.
Low-income households can apply for emergency payments of up to £200 via the Household Support Fund. Apply now to your local council for help with food and energy bills.
Low-income households can apply for emergency cost-of-living payments from councils. Grants of up to £200 can help with food and energy bills. Apply now for pre-Christmas support.
The NHS warns a burning feeling, pins and needles, and severe muscle pain may signal dangerous compartment syndrome. Learn the signs and when to seek emergency help.
Staffordshire firefighters attended over 1,000 extra emergencies this summer as wildfires surged. The chief fire officer warns climate change is now a year-round operational reality. Read the full report.
Birmingham enforces new 30mph limits on 27 major routes, cutting speeds from 40mph. Council declares 'road safety emergency' with new cameras installed. Find out which roads are affected.
Thousands overpay tax on pension withdrawals due to emergency codes. Learn how to check your status and claim your refund from HMRC ahead of the festive season.
HMRC issues a warning to UK workers about emergency tax codes like W1, M1, and X. Learn what your tax code means and how to check you're not overpaying.
State pensioners with a two-digit 'M1' tax code may be owed thousands in emergency tax refunds from HMRC. Learn how to check your code and claim back an average of £3,539.
Peep Show star Robert Webb opens up about the devastating reality of leaving Strictly Come Dancing after emergency heart surgery. He shares his gratitude for survival and why it was a 'big mistake'. Read his full story.
Food banks across the West Midlands brace for a severe winter surge in demand, with over 61,000 parcels distributed last year. Donations struggle to keep pace as vulnerable groups face rising costs.
Food banks across the West Midlands are preparing for a severe winter surge in demand, with a 27% rise in parcels since pre-pandemic levels. The Trussell Trust warns they are at breaking point and urgently need public donations.
Conservative councillors demand a public safety emergency in Birmingham after stabbings, but Labour says crime is falling and action is already a top priority. Read the full debate.
Emergency services are tackling a building fire in Birmingham city centre this morning, close to New Street station and Grand Central. Video shows smoke billowing. More details to follow.
I'm A Celebrity star Alex Scott reveals she flew home immediately after eviction due to her partner Jess Glynne's mother suffering a major stroke. Read the emotional story.
A man has been rushed to hospital with potentially serious injuries after being hit by a bus on Digbeth High Street. Emergency services were called to the scene opposite Birmingham Coach Station.
New data reveals a worrying rise in A&E waiting times at Birmingham hospitals, with fewer patients seen within the four-hour target. Read the full report on the trust's performance.
Alex Scott cuts short her I'm A Celebrity stay, flying home immediately to support girlfriend Jess Glynne after her mother's serious stroke. Read the full heartbreaking update.