9 m. ago The worst and best times to travel during the Christmas rush

The RAC has warned there could be long delays as over 30 million cars hit the road as part of the Christmas getaway

Politics

8 h. ago The great Christmas getaway begins: Millions of festive travellers head home on 'Frantic Friday' with traffic gridlock, 'busiest ever' airports and warnings of rail chaos

The AA has predicted that this year will see the busiest Christmas getaway on record, continuing an upwards trend since the relaxing of coronavirus travel restrictions.

Events

9 h. ago Heavy rain forecast as millions hit the roads in Christmas getaway

The Met Office said heavy rain this weekend could make conditions worse in areas already at risk of flooding.

Events

10 h. ago Cheapest supermarket to fill up on petrol this Christmas is revealed

THIS Christmas season it has been revealed which supermarket petrol station sells petrol and diesel the cheapest. Analysis from RAC Fuel Watch found that one of the four major supermarkets sold petrol on average at 134.0p per litre. Drivers looking for the cheapest fuel for their Christmas getaway can expect ASDA to sell petrol and...

Politics

13 h. ago M8 congestion warning as festive traffic set to peak on M8 between Edinburgh and Glasgow

The AA, which produced the estimate, predicted this year will see the busiest Christmas getaway on record.

Events

21 h. ago Crawling home for Christmas! Britain's road network braces for 'busiest ever festive getaway' with 24 MILLION cars expected on the road

Those heading to see loved ones or pick up last-minute gifts face clogged motorways - with the AA warning this year will be the busiest festive season getaway on record.

Transport

37 h. ago Hour by hour forecast for Wales as country braces for more heavy rain

Strong winds and rain is expected across Wales today

Politics

4 d. ago Dire warning for motorists as Christmas 2025 expected to be busiest ever on UK roads

Friday predicted to be the busiest day on the roads - with 24.4 vehicles set to travel

Events

1 week ago Best days to book cheap Christmas holidays as experts say there's still time

Travel experts say it's not too late to book a Christmas getaway and save money as you can cut costs by up to 24% on flights

Science

1 week ago Storm Bram: Multiple 'danger to life' warnings and 300 flood alerts

Two days of disruption are forecast with heavy rain and 90mph winds

Events

1 week ago Full list of UK areas affected by Met Office weather warnings as heavy rain and flooding forecast

Greater Manchester is set to be affected by a Met Office weather warning for rain in the coming days

Events

2 w. ago Train operator issues warning for Manchester passengers as heavy rain forecast

A 27-hour weather warning is in force for Manchester throughout Monday and into Tuesday

Events

2 w. ago Full Greater Manchester weekend weather forecast as heavy rain to make way for sunny spells

Forecasters predict a mixed bag of weather conditions this weekend

Politics

3 w. ago Met Office verdict on London being drenched in 'heavy rain' over miserable 11 day forecast

Met Office verdict on London being drenched in 'heavy rain' over miserable 11 day forecast  My London

Politics

3 w. ago Fairytale Christmas market in enchanting medieval city is just three hours from the UK

There is a catalogue of Christmas markets dotted across Europe for a festive getaway, with one transforming the city into a magical winter wonderland just a few hours away.

Events

3 w. ago Private Scottish island announces Christmas getaway for just £20

The unique staycation is perfect for those dreading the chaos of the festive season.

Economics

3 w. ago I’m hiking in the Dolomites, Italy’s magical mountains – if only I could see them!

Poor weather couldn’t spoil my high-altitude walking trip amid these stunning peaks, especially with delicious, hearty Tyrolean cuisine to keep me goingWhen you come to the Dolomites for winter walking, it’s with the intention of having spellbinding snow-streaked peaks that are unlike anything else in the Alps as your constant companion. But with impenetrable cloud and heavy rain forecast, it was hard not to feel deflated.Then again, this was Italy, where it’s easy to make the best of things whatever the weather. And the 3 Zinnen Dolomites ski resort and nature park – right on Italy’s border with Austria, about two-and-a-half hours north of Venice, is always charming, with the usual jumble of cultures you see in South Tyrol. Part Italian, it’s more Austrian thanks to the legacy of the Habsburgs, who ruled this part of Italy until 1918. Hence most places have an Austrian and an Italian name, 3 Zinnen or Tre Cime (meaning three peaks) being a case in point. It’s the hom...

Politics

3 w. ago Met Office says Wales in store for major weather change over next week

The Met Office's latest weather forecast for Wales predicts heavy rain followed by a very mixed bag

Society