21 h. ago Popular Portuguese holiday resort announces new ban on alcohol sales

The local mayor warned that futher measures could be introduced

Politics

47 h. ago UK holidaymakers to 29 European countries face major rule change in weeks

The changes will be implemented from October 12 and tourists are being urged to be aware

Politics

3 d. ago The UK's Online Safety Act is a licence for censorship – and the rest of the world is following suit | Taylor Lorenz

From the US and Australia to France and Italy, those seeking to obliterate privacy and restrict content are on the move Over the past two weeks, the UK has reportedly blocked internet users’ access to everything from SpongeBob SquarePants gifs to Spotify playlists. Information about Joe Biden’s police funding plan has been restricted, along with a post about an up-and-coming political party. Gamers say they have been unable to tweak colours in games such as Minecraft. And it’s all because of a new age verification law.Since the child safety provisions contained within the Online Safety Act came into effect on 25 July, web service providers have been forced to institute “highly effective” age verification measures to prevent children from accessing “harmful” or “adult” content. The penalty for failing to adequately comply with the act includes hefty fines and potential criminal action.Taylor Lorenz is a technology journalist who writes the newsletter User Mag and is the author of the...

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4 d. ago Ibiza and Majorca alcohol ban rules for holidaymakers including fines of up to £2,600

The Balearic Islands government has extended a decree that bans the consumption of alcoholic beverages in public spaces in highly popular tourist areas in the region

Economics

5 d. ago Edinburgh Council remarks about Oasis fans ‘snobby’, Scottish Secretary says

Ian Murray also described the ban on drinking alcohol at stadiums as ‘classist’.

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7 d. ago Do you know what this new French road sign means? Holidaymakers warned they'll be fined £118 if they break its rule

Failing to adhere to the rule notified by the new road sign - which displays a white diamond on a blue background - carries a €135 penalty, approximately £117.50.

Events

8 d. ago British tourist faces £174k fine for flying drone over Spanish festival

Authorities have urged holidaymakers to familiarise themselves with the strict rules

Economics

9 d. ago I'm a fashion editor, this is exactly what to wear if you DON'T want to look like a Brit abroad

Whether sunning themselves in Spain or galavanting in Greece - many holidaymakers ignore the one fashion rule that's going to serve them best when it comes to looking chic.

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9 d. ago I'm a fashion editor, this is exactly what NOT to wear if you don't want to look like a Brit abroad

Whether sunning themselves in Spain or galavanting in Greece - many holidaymakers ignore the one fashion rule that's going to serve them best when it comes to looking chic.

Politics

3 w. ago Jack McConnell backs SPFL's alcohol trial scheme as 'long overdue' booze ban rethink

McConnell, Scotland's former first minister, said temporary scheme allowing pints to be sold at stadiums this month could usher in 'new era'.

Politics

3 w. ago Mum of boy calling for booze ban at kids football hits out at 'keyboard warriors'

EXCLUSIVE: Belinda Collins has hit back at the 'anonymous keyboard warriors' who accused her of 'putting words' in her sons mouth after he called for a ban on alcohol at his underage football tournaments

Events

3 w. ago Brits warned they could be fined £2,500 for flying flags including Union Jack

The government has eased restrictions on flying flags, including not only the Union Jack but also the national flags of England and Wales - but falling foul of the rules could result in a fine

Events

3 w. ago UK tourists warned as Spain issues alerts for holiday hotspots

Amber and yellow warnings are in force for Alicante, Malaga, Valencia, Seville, Majorca and Ibiza

Events

3 w. ago Brit lad, 9, begs for alcohol ban at kids' football games after 'mummy and daddy' brawls

Ronnie Edward Prescott, nine, just wanted to 'play football and have fun' with his friends at a tournament but was left 'scared and worried' by beer-swilling parents who got in fights and shouted

Sport