11 h. ago Mum in coma spotted common sign before falling down hotel stairs on holiday in Tenerife

Emma Hickey, 42, was on holiday with her partner and two children

Society

61 h. ago Warning for anyone going to Greece, Spain or France 'payment may be declined'

A third of holidaymakers make the common mistake and disrupt their holiday plans

Events

6 d. ago Can you take medication on holiday? You could get jailed if you take these five common medications abroad

Many medications in the UK are not allowed in some popular holiday destinations ⛱

Events

1 week ago You need two documents to take common drug on holiday this year

Experts warn your medication could be confiscated and you could be held by the authorities

Events

1 week ago Greece holiday warning as tourists face huge fines for wearing common item

Greece has put in place strict rules to preserve its ancient heritage and breathtaking landscapes, meaning holidaymakers jetting off should be aware of the laws

Events

1 week ago No 10 considers further concessions on welfare bill just hours before vote – UK politics live

Guardian deputy political editor Jessica Elgot says another concession to rebels MPs is possible Compass, the leftwing group urging Labour to be more pluralistic, has put out a statement condemning the UC and Pip bill. Its director, Neal Lawson, said:If your own friends are telling you to put the brakes on, then something has clearly gone wrong. Despite the government’s line, this legislation does not advance Labour values. It is fundamentally at odds with them, and with the views of the mainstream of the party and civil society.”MPs from across the House, and especially the Labour side, must back Rachael Maskell’s reasoned amendment. This bill’s creation of a three-tiered social security system would condemn thousands to poverty and could lose Labour the next election.A bill of this magnitude should have been co-produced with disabled people and our organisations from the very start.Now, ministers scramble to promise ‘consultation’ as one small part of the process. That is too litt...

Politics

1 week ago Labour rebel criticises ‘Dickensian’ welfare cuts as MPs debate bill ahead of vote – UK politics live

MPs are debating the universal credit and Pip bill as Lindsay Hoyle says he has selected amendment tabled by Rachael MaskellCompass, the leftwing group urging Labour to be more pluralistic, has put out a statement condemning the UC and Pip bill. Its director, Neal Lawson, said:If your own friends are telling you to put the brakes on, then something has clearly gone wrong. Despite the government’s line, this legislation does not advance Labour values. It is fundamentally at odds with them, and with the views of the mainstream of the party and civil society.”MPs from across the House, and especially the Labour side, must back Rachael Maskell’s reasoned amendment. This bill’s creation of a three-tiered social security system would condemn thousands to poverty and could lose Labour the next election.A bill of this magnitude should have been co-produced with disabled people and our organisations from the very start.Now, ministers scramble to promise ‘consultation’ as one small part of th...

Politics

1 week ago Holidaymakers warned over Booking.com holiday scam that could lose you THOUSANDS

With the school holidays just around the corner, many Brits will have booked a summer getaway. But tourists have been urged to be careful.

Events

2 w. ago Zara Tindall, Meghan Markle and Michelle Keegan set new summer trend with one stylish accessory

Meghan Markle, Zara Tindall and Michelle Keegan's summer outfits have all got one thing in common - and it's the one piece your summer holiday is missing

Politics

3 w. ago Common holiday mistake could be 'open invite' to lose thousands

People are being warned to avoid doing this if they're leaving home for a while

Politics

3 w. ago Don't make £3,800 mistake during your holiday abroad this summer

Brits have been warned not to give an open invitation to criminals with the common holiday habit

Economics

3 w. ago DWP's new PIP points test could see 800,000 people lose £4,500 a year in benefits

Hundreds of thousands of people could lose out on thousands of pounds a year

Economics

3 w. ago Council slams 'misconceived' PIP cuts that will see thousands lose out

Members said they could have a disproportionate impact on Wales, particularly in deprived areas

Politics

3 w. ago Three common packing mistakes that leave people stressed when going on holiday

A travel expert has revealed the top three most common packing mistakes that people should avoid when going on a holiday

Politics

3 w. ago 12 ways to ease burp, bloat and bowel problems and avoid ‘death by buffet’

An all-inclusive buffet breakfast at the hotel is an annual treat, so it's not surprising many of over-indulge when we travel abroad. Here's how to help common holiday digestion ailments

Events

4 w. ago Expert tips for retirees to secure winter fuel payment and avoid losing £300

Thousands of pensioners could lose the winter fuel payment unless they carefully manage their income - but there are five simple ways to dodge the new rule

Economics