Why UK trains stop in extreme cold weather
Storm Goretti forces reduced rail services across the Midlands. Network Rail explains the serious safety risks of ice and snow on the tracks. Travel only if necessary.
Category : Search result: travel delays
Birmingham bin protest blocks depots, delays collections
Protests at Atlas and Perry Barr depots delayed Birmingham waste trucks. Council advises residents to leave bins out as year-long pay dispute continues.
Foreign Office issues France travel warning over snow
The FCDO warns travellers to France of severe weather disruption, with flights and Eurostar services cancelled. Check operator advice before travelling.
Amber Snow Alert for Birmingham: 13-Hour Storm Forecast
The Met Office has issued an amber snow warning for Birmingham and the Midlands from Thursday night. Residents are urged to prepare essential items and expect severe travel disruption.
Birmingham Airport Air-Rail Link Delays Until 2026
Birmingham Airport warns of extended wait times as key Air-Rail Link maintenance reduces service. Plan ahead and allow extra travel time until February 2026.
Birmingham Airport air-rail link delays until February
Birmingham Airport passengers face extended waits as air-rail link runs at 50% capacity for essential maintenance. Plan extra journey time or use walking routes.
New 24-hour snow warning issued for Scotland
The Met Office has issued a fresh yellow warning for snow and ice across northern Scotland, with up to 20cm forecast. Travel disruption and power cuts are likely. Read the full details.
Bus and van crash at Birmingham roundabout near Asda
A National Express bus and a van collided at Heybarnes Circus in Small Heath during Monday's rush hour, causing significant traffic disruption. Read the latest traffic update.
Birmingham School Closures After Snow Forecast
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.
Train breakdown blocks line near Hamstead, delays services
Rail services between Birmingham New Street and Walsall face severe disruption after a train broke down near Hamstead. Check for live updates and alternative travel arrangements.
M6 crash: Oil spill causes major delays near Stafford
A lorry crash and oil spill on the M6 southbound between Stoke and Stafford has closed lanes, creating six-mile queues and 30-minute delays. Avoid the area.
Pensioner's six-month wait for DWP underpayment answer
A furious retiree waited half a year for the DWP to respond to a state pension underpayment query. Pensions expert Becky O'Connor intervened. Read the full story.
Birmingham snow causes school closure and travel disruption
Snowfall in Birmingham forces Uplands Manor Primary School to shut and disrupts transport across the West Midlands. Get the latest travel updates and weather warnings here.
Canary Islands on 'No Travel' List for 2026
Popular holiday islands Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Lanzarote feature on Fodor's 'No List' for 2026 due to unsustainable tourism pressures. Discover why experts urge a rethink.
Nationwide app outage leaves customers without payments
Nationwide Building Society customers were left without expected payments after a major app and online banking failure. Read the latest on the outage and what to do if affected.
Canary Islands added to 2026 'no travel' list
Popular holiday islands Tenerife and Lanzarote are on Fodor's 'No List' for 2026. Learn why mass tourism protests are prompting a rethink for UK travellers.
Top 5 Travel Trends Set to Dominate 2026 Holidays
Discover the five key travel trends for 2026, from chasing solar eclipses to solo adventures. Get inspired to beat the January blues and plan your next meaningful getaway.
Campaign for free bus travel for over-60s in England
A major petition calls for free all-day bus passes for over-60s in England, mirroring schemes in Scotland and Wales. The government responds citing costs and local authority powers.
FCDO Issues Methanol Poisoning Alert for 16 Nations
The Foreign Office has expanded travel warnings to 16 countries over lethal methanol poisoning risks. Learn the symptoms and which popular tourist destinations are affected.
Foreign Office 'Do Not Travel' List for 2026 Revealed
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.
Hour-long M5 delays after crash closes lanes near M6
Severe delays on M5 northbound after HGV and car collision near West Bromwich. Lanes closed, recovery ongoing. Get live traffic updates.
Eurostar chaos as Channel Tunnel power failure cancels all trains
Eurostar passengers face major disruption after a power supply incident in the Channel Tunnel forced all services to be cancelled. See the latest updates and travel advice.
Trafford Centre car park chaos traps shoppers for hours
Furious shoppers were trapped in gridlocked car parks at the Trafford Centre for over two hours. Read about the traffic hell that caused major delays and a public safety outcry.
Antler launches major winter sale with 40% off luggage
Luxury luggage brand Antler has slashed prices by up to 40% on suitcases, backpacks, and travel gear in a limited-time winter sale. Discover standout deals on premium travel essentials before stocks run out.
Calls to Overhaul Traumatic Victims' Compensation Scheme
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority is under fire for long delays and a complex process, with victims waiting years for decisions. MPs and advocates demand a fundamental review.
Abuse trial adjourned to 2027 as court backlog hits victim
A West Midlands man alleges historical sexual abuse from the 1980s. His trial, delayed until July 2027, highlights a crown court backlog now nearing 80,000 cases. Read how delays are impacting justice.
US Blizzards Ground 1,000+ Flights Amid Holiday Rush
Severe winter storms across the US north-east have caused massive flight cancellations and delays, disrupting millions of travellers during the busy festive period. Stay informed on the latest travel updates.
M6 crash sparks hour delays and six-mile queues
A two-car collision on the M6 northbound between J15 and J16 has closed two lanes, causing severe delays of up to an hour and six miles of tailbacks for post-Christmas travellers.
Record Christmas getaway sparks UK traffic warnings
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.
Boxing Day Traffic Chaos: 20 Million Car Journeys Forecast
Drivers across the UK are urged to avoid the roads until 7pm on Boxing Day as the AA forecasts 19.7 million car journeys. Discover the worst congestion hotspots and travel times.
Page 1 of 4