7 h. ago London St Pancras revamp aims to cut Eurostar waiting time to 15 minutes

Planned £100mn overhaul of train station will seek to end ‘holding pen’ experience for passengers

Politics

64 h. ago London travel news LIVE: Suspected gas leak halts trains between Luton and St Pancras International

All rail lines between Luton and London St Pancras International are blocked following a suspected gas leak near the tracks, with train delays expected until around 09:30.

Society

65 h. ago November 2027 warning for anyone learning to drive as people pay £500

The average wait time has gone from five weeks to 22 weeks

Events

2 d. ago Driving test backlog forces learners to pay up to £500 to resellers

Learners face an average wait time of 22 weeks

Economics

1 week ago Lewis Hamilton to ‘unplug from matrix’ after worst season of F1 career at Ferrari

Seven-time world champion could not ‘wait to get away’First year without podium for Brit in Ferrari debut seasonA despondent Lewis Hamilton has said he could not wait to get away from Abu Dhabi after enduring what has been the worst season of his career. He finished in his lowest ever championship position of sixth place and is looking forward to the winter break and disconnecting from the sport as he attempts to reset and regroup.In the final race of the season in he qualified in 16th place and finished in eighth, while the young British driver Lando Norris claimed his first world championship, the first Briton since Hamilton last did so in 2020. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago King's Cross Christmas Market | King's Cross St Pancras | Shopping in London

King's Cross Christmas Market | King's Cross St Pancras | Shopping in London  Time Out Worldwide

Economics

3 w. ago DVSA issues update on measures being introduced to tackle driving test backlog

The current average waiting time is around 22–24 weeks

Politics

3 w. ago Add to playlist: Storefront Church’s cinematic baroque pop and the week’s best new tracks

Californian singer-songwriter Lukas Frank is picking up rave reviews for his second album’s epic choruses and lush orchestrationsFrom Los AngelesRecommended if you like John Grant, Scott Walker, Father John MistyUp next A cover of Duran Duran’s The Chauffeur is out now, with another single due in FebruaryAfter several years of perseverance, things are happening for Storefront Church. The audience at this month’s sellout gig at St Pancras Old Church in London included Perfume Genius and members of the Last Dinner Party and the Horrors and their self-released second album, Ink & Oil, is picking up rave reviews. One used the term “emotional flood” to describe the album’s epic, baroque pop, big pianos and drums, sweeping choruses and Travis Warner’s lush, cinematic orchestrations. Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago Moment a teenage greeter at Chili’s is attacked by group upset about restaurant’s wait time

The restaurant greeter says the group thought she was joking when she gave them the standard farewell

Events

3 w. ago Watch The Darkness treat commuters at London St Pancras station to a surprise live performance

Watch The Darkness treat commuters at London St Pancras station to a surprise live performance  Louder

Politics

3 w. ago Trying to get a council house in London? Experts reveal 'brutal reality' of how long you'll wait

Boroughs say the wait for a family home is 12 to 15 years as they explain who gets housed as a priority

Politics

3 w. ago The Darkness make surprise live appearance at London St. Pancras International station

The Darkness make surprise live appearance at London St. Pancras International station  Metal Planet Music

Society

3 w. ago Holiday expert's advice for claiming money back when your flight is delayed

A holiday expert has shared some vital tips that could help you next time you're stuck waiting for your delayed plane, and they could even see you get some money back

Politics

4 w. ago The shocking amount of time people have to wait in A&E in Wales

Healthcare professionals say they need more support, with one doctor calling the current situation "dismaying"

Events

4 w. ago 'I ditched my toastie maker for a 'no mess' £20 gadget that makes toasted sandwiches in the microwave'

"Not used my old traditional toastie machine in ages. No waiting for it heating up so it saves time if you then want to make another. The toastie is as crisp as the traditional machine and its just as melted and cooked inside. Best thing I've bought in a long time."

Economics

last month Steve Clarke hopes Scotland’s World Cup qualification will inspire next generation

Manager wants youth to dream of playing for ScotlandClarke uses missed chances as player to inspire teamSteve Clarke hopes Scotland’s long-awaited qualification for a men’s World Cup will inspire the country’s young footballers.Against a backdrop of euphoric scenes at Hampden Park on Tuesday night, the Scots defeated Denmark 4-2 to seal a World Cup spot for the first time since 1998. Their manager was delighted to end that long wait, especially as he believes it has harmed the nation’s football development. “This should stimulate or motivate young players to go out and become Scotland internationals in the future,” said Clarke. “Hopefully there is a legacy from this group of players to the younger generations and we don’t wait so long to go to the next tournament and the next tournament. Continue reading...

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last month 32 incredible photos of Scotland fans and the Tartan Army during historic 4

Scotland have ended their long wait to qualify for a World Cup after two injury-time strikes crush Denmark at sold out Hampden.

Culture