7 d. ago Bank Holiday beachgoers are confronted with loud tannoys telling them NOT to go in polluted water at popular UK beach

Cullercoats Bay in North Tyneside would usually be packed with families enjoying the weather while cooling off in the North Sea.

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7 d. ago Hurricane Erin hurtles towards the UK: Warning over rip currents and 16ft waves as Bank Holiday crowds flock to beaches for 29C weather

Thousands of sun-seeking Brits are set to flock to beaches and beauty spots across the country today in what is set to be the hottest August Bank Holiday in six years.

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7 d. ago Met Office issues ‘take care’ warning to Brits visiting seaside over bank holiday

Temperatures across the UK are set to reach highs of 28C on bank holiday Monday

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8 d. ago Urgent warning to drivers not to fall for sneaky parking fine text that's actually a scam

Drivers across the UK are being warned to be careful this bank holiday weekend as a new scam involving fake parking fine texts is on the rise - here's how to make sure you don't fall foul

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8 d. ago Britain to sizzle in final throes of summer as Bank Holiday Monday predicted to be hotter than Morocco with 29C high

In what could be the hottest August Bank Holiday in 60 years, drivers have been warned to expect traffic jams as sun-seekers travel to beaches and beauty spots.

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8 d. ago Grim Met Office Maps revealed as people warned to make most of bank holiday

It will be a scorcher on bank Holiday Monday, but don't expect the hot weather to continue

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8 d. ago Grim Met Office weather maps as people warned to make most of bank holiday

It will be a scorcher on bank Holiday Monday, but don't expect the hot weather to continue

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9 d. ago ‘Stay safe’ warning issued to Brits visiting seaside over bank holiday

The RNLI has issued advice to people planning a dip in the sea over the next few days

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9 d. ago Warning for Mounjaro users over side effects caused by common bank holiday habit

The drug, which is estimated to be taken by up to 750,000 people, is one of the country's most popular weight loss and diabetes medications.

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9 d. ago Mounjaro users given red flag warning over bank holiday drinking

A medical expert has urged caution for Mounjaro users this bank holiday weekend, with major red flags issued for those looking to mix alcohol with their injections

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9 d. ago Bank holiday warning as three habits could make Brits targets for criminals abroad

Travel experts have warned that doing these seemingly innocent things could expose people to unnecessary risks

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9 d. ago Bank holiday warning as three common habits could put Brits in danger

Travel experts pick the most common pitfalls holidaymakers must avoid to not fall victim to crime abroad

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1 week ago The Bank Holiday getaway begins: Traffic chaos warnings issued as 17m get set to hit the roads while rail firm says 'do not travel' ahead of train strikes

Motorists hitting the roads for the August bank holiday should brace for long delays on major routes, with peak traffic hours expected between 10am and 7pm.

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1 week ago Warning over bank holiday getaway delays on roads and trains

The RAC urged drivers to set off as early as possible or ‘be prepared to spend longer in traffic’.

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1 week ago Bank Holiday warning over car mistake that could cost drivers £400

Overall expenses can even rise even higher once emergency callout fees, taxis or even overnight accommodation are added in, so be sure to make these simple checks before your bank holiday road trip

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1 week ago Mapped: Holiday hotspots most at risk from wildfires revealed as blazes sweep Europe

Experts also issue health warning over potentially deadly blazes ahead of bank holiday weekend

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1 week ago Thousands of travellers warned of 'disruptions' over bank holiday weekend due to train strike

There will be no services at all on Saturday

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1 week ago Bank Holiday getaway warning to 17.6million drivers: Chaos on major roads and rail strikes as revellers make most of last long weekend before Christmas

Drivers are being urged to set off early or be ready to spend longer in traffic if they plan to go away at the end of this week - the last long weekend before Christmas .

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1 week ago Brits issued urgent Bank Holiday warning as country set for 'busiest' period

Millions of drivers are expected to take to the roads for getaway trips by car in the UK over the August bank holiday period

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1 week ago Millions of UK drivers issued 'be prepared' warning ahead of bank holiday weekend

This will be the last long weekend until Christmas

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