96 Hours of Snow Forecast for UK from January 3
The UK faces four days of continuous snowfall from January 3rd, starting in Scotland and the North East. Get the latest forecast details and long-range outlook for a wintry January.
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UK faces 792-mile snow blanket, only two cities spared
New weather maps forecast a 792-mile snow event to sweep the UK from January 8, with only Bournemouth and Brighton escaping the worst. The UKHSA has issued amber cold health alerts.
Persistent offender jailed for breaching Nottingham city centre ban
John Chattin, a persistent offender with a history of robbery and assault, is back in prison after stealing candles and repeatedly breaching a court order banning him from Nottingham city centre.
EV Charger Rollout Slows as UK Drivers Hesitate
The UK's public EV charger rollout lost momentum in 2025, with only 13,500 new units. Experts blame mixed government signals and rising costs. Read the full analysis.
Handyman jailed for stealing £100k from elderly woman
Simon Appleby, 40, stole over £100,000 from a vulnerable Shropshire woman, making the final payment as she lay dying. Read the shocking details of this 'shameful' breach of trust.
Major incident as sinkhole swallows boats on Shropshire canal
A major incident was declared after a canal breach created a huge sinkhole, swallowing two narrowboats in Whitchurch. Onlookers described a scene reminiscent of the Titanic. Read the full story.
537-Mile UK Snow Bomb Targets Birmingham, Midlands on Jan 4
Fresh weather maps forecast a major snow event hitting Birmingham, Shropshire, and Staffordshire on January 4, with up to 10cm of snow in Scotland. Read the latest forecasts and travel warnings.
12-Hour Snow Storm Forecast for UK in January
The UK faces a 12-hour snow storm on January 5th, with 11 English counties set for flurries. Maps show wintry weather spreading nationwide. Get the full forecast and county list here.
Sinkhole causes major incident on Shropshire canal
A massive sinkhole has caused a major incident on the Shropshire Union Canal near Whitchurch, prompting a multi-agency emergency response. Ten people were rescued. Avoid the area.
Shropshire sinkhole swallows canal boats in major incident
Dramatic footage captured a narrowboat falling into a huge sinkhole on the Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch. A major incident was declared, with three boats lost and over 50 firefighters responding. No injuries reported.
Sinkhole destroys Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch
A major incident was declared in Shropshire after a huge sinkhole breached the Llangollen Canal, swallowing three narrowboats. Emergency services evacuated residents with no casualties reported. Read the latest update.
Warning Over 'Dangerous' Facial Recognition at Sainsbury's
Sainsbury's and other UK chains deploy Facewatch tech, raising privacy alarms. Campaigners warn of biometric data risks and false accusations. Read the full story.
UK GDP growth slows to 0.1% in Q3
The UK economy slowed sharply between July and September, with GDP growth of just 0.1%. A slump in car manufacturing and falling household savings highlight the pressures. Read the full analysis.
Disposable income falls to lowest level since 2019
UK household disposable income has plummeted to its lowest point since 2019, driven by a £6bn tax surge. Experts warn fiscal drag is eroding wage gains. Read the full analysis.
UK economy stagnates as recession spectre looms
New ONS data reveals UK economic growth slowed to just 0.1% in Q3 2025, posing a major challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Experts warn of a looming recession.
Shropshire canal breach traps boats in sinkhole
A major incident in Whitchurch after a canal bank collapse creates a 50m sinkhole, trapping three boats. Emergency services respond. No injuries reported.
Snow bomb alert for England on December 27
Fresh weather maps show a six-hour snow flurry is set to hit parts of England on December 27, with temperatures plunging to -3C. Discover which regions are at risk.
UK Supermarkets Face Backlash Over Facial Recognition Use
Major UK retailers including Sainsbury's and B&M face criticism for using Facewatch, a facial recognition system branded 'dangerous' by privacy campaigners. Read the full story.
Five days of snow forecast for UK from New Year's Eve
The UK faces a five-day snow event starting on New Year's Eve, with temperatures set to dive. Met Desk data reveals the wintry shift, with Scotland and eastern England first in line for flurries.
UK faces -14C snow, only south coast to escape
Maps reveal a five-day snow bomb will hit the UK from New Year's Eve, with temperatures plunging to -14C. Only England's south coast is set to evade the worst of the wintry blast. Read the full forecast.
38 UK counties face 6-inch snow bomb and -11C freeze
Maps reveal the parts of England and Scotland set for significant snowfall from January 3, with up to six inches forecast. Discover if your area is at risk.
372-Mile Snow Bomb to Hit East England in January
A 372-mile snow bomb is forecast to sweep across eastern England around January 3-4, bringing significant snowfall and sub-zero temperatures. Discover which regions will be affected.
UK Snow Maps Show 4-Inch Blizzard and -9C Freeze
New weather maps forecast a major snow event hitting the UK after Christmas, with up to 10cm of snow and temperatures plunging to -9C in Scotland. Birmingham faces -4C.
UK faces two -3C snow bombs this Christmas
The UK is set for two major snow events, with the first hitting on December 27. Maps show London and eastern England at risk. Get the latest forecast details here.
Six-day 'snow bomb' forecast for UK with 80% chance
The UK faces a prolonged 'snow bomb' event with an 80% chance of snowfall hitting southern England from December 27. Maps show -2C temperatures and multiple days of disruption. Get the full forecast.
Foreign Office targeted in major China cyber attack
Sensitive UK diplomatic data feared stolen in a major state-sponsored cyber attack linked to China. The government is reviewing defences amid rising tensions.
TUI worst for UK flight delays in 2025 analysis
New CAA data reveals TUI as the worst major airline for punctuality in 2025, with only 57.5% of flights on time. Discover the full rankings and your passenger rights.
The Range fined £400k over rodent infestation
The Range has been ordered to pay over £412,000 after mice and rats were found gnawing Easter eggs and leaving droppings across a Midlands store. Read the full details of the hygiene breach.
Farmer fined £12k after cow attack on 75-year-old walker
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.
Birmingham flu hospitalisations more than double elsewhere
New NHS data reveals Birmingham hospitals have the UK's highest flu patient numbers, with figures more than double those in Manchester. See the full regional breakdown.
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