Drivers urged to press car button for safety this week
The RAC advises drivers to use a simple button to prevent windscreen misting as the Met Office issues warnings for heavy rain and flooding across the UK.
The RAC advises drivers to use a simple button to prevent windscreen misting as the Met Office issues warnings for heavy rain and flooding across the UK.
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued over 1,600 formal warnings to staff for exceeding sickness absence triggers. Get the full details and official figures revealed in Parliament.
The Met Office warns of a 'real likelihood' of further UK snow next week as cold and warm air masses battle. Storm Goretti has already brought heavy snow and dangerous winds. Read the latest forecast.
Fresh weather maps predict up to 66cm of snow will hit Scotland before sweeping south to Cornwall later this month. Get the latest forecasts and Met Office warnings.
Fresh weather maps predict a second major snowstorm for the UK from January 24, 2026, with heavy snow reaching Cornwall. Get the latest forecast and warnings.
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British Gas advises keeping your oven door open after cooking to heat your home. Essential safety tips for the UK's deep freeze, with amber and yellow weather warnings in place.
The West Midlands braces for a wintry weekend with fresh snow and ice warnings. Disruption to travel is expected. Check the latest forecasts and travel advice here.
Fresh snow maps predict a staggering 66cm of snow hitting the UK next week, with Scotland and the Midlands set for the worst of the severe winter weather. Read the latest forecast.
The Met Office issues new snow and ice warnings for much of the UK. Discover the 27 counties in England set to escape the wintry weather on Saturday and Sunday.
The cause of Birmingham's eerie purple sky has been identified as grow lights from Birmingham City FC. This comes as Storm Goretti brings severe snow and wind warnings across the UK.
The Met Office has issued yellow and amber weather warnings for snow across parts of the UK for Friday, January 9. Discover the 21 counties in England expected to be spared the worst of the wintry conditions.
Hundreds of schools across England, Scotland, and Wales are closed on Friday due to heavy snow and Storm Goretti. Check the full list of closures and latest weather warnings here.
Major disruption on the M5 near Birmingham as heavy snow forces lane closures, causing hour-long delays. National Highways issues urgent update. Read more for travel advice.
The Met Office has issued yellow and amber warnings for heavy snow across 46 parts of England from January 8-9. Travel disruption and power cuts are expected. Check the full list and stay safe.
The Met Office has issued fresh weather warnings as Storm Goretti threatens heavy snow, black ice and 90mph winds across the UK, causing travel disruption and danger to life.
Meteorologist Jim Dale identifies the UK's most perilous roads for van drivers during high winds, including the M62 and A57. Discover the full list and safety advice.
The Met Office has issued yellow and amber weather warnings for snow across England from Thursday to Saturday, with only 16 specific regions spared from daily flurries. Read the full forecast.
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.
The Met Office urges over-65s to keep homes at 18°C as yellow and amber weather warnings for snow, ice, and wind are issued. Essential advice for staying warm and safe during the cold snap.
The Met Office reveals the narrow strip of England escaping severe snow and ice warnings this week. Find out if your area is on the list.
Hundreds of UK schools are closed as snow and ice warnings cause disruption. Check if your child's school in Birmingham is affected using the Government site.
Hundreds of schools across the UK are closed again on Tuesday due to heavy snow and ice. Check the full list of affected areas and the latest Met Office weather warnings.
British Gas urges households to prepare as Met Office issues amber and yellow weather warnings for snow and ice. Essential advice includes insulating pipes, checking detectors, and creating an emergency kit.
The Met Office issues snow warnings as new charts predict a major 40cm snowstorm and -14C lows for the UK from January 18. Get the latest forecast and travel advice.
The UK faces a major snow event with up to 60cm forecast for the Yorkshire Dales and snow reaching Birmingham on January 15. Travel disruption and health warnings are issued.
Forecasters pinpoint 16th January for a major 'snow bomb' to strike the UK. Heavy snow, sub-zero temperatures and travel disruption expected. Stay informed.
The Met Office warns Birmingham households to assemble an emergency kit as Arctic air brings heavy snow and ice from Friday. Up to 20 inches of snow could fall.
The UK Foreign Office has issued a 'do not travel' warning for 55 global locations in 2026, invalidating travel insurance and risking personal safety. See the full list.
UK retail footfall rose 3.9% over Christmas, with Boxing Day up 4.4%—the strongest increase in a decade. Retail parks led with an 8.8% surge. Discover the full analysis of the festive retail boost.