2 h. ago Brits set to wake up to snow and blizzards as Arctic blast grips UK: Fresh amber warnings issued as 'bitterly cold snap' sparks travel chaos with drivers crashing and trains cancelled

Brits could wake up to snow as the Arctic blast grips the country for up to a week amid fears over travel issues and power cuts as temperatures are predicted to drop to as low as -10C.

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3 h. ago HMRC issues warning to anyone with 'unwanted' Christmas presents

There could be a risk that you owe extra tax

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8 h. ago Manhunt continues for inmate on the run as police issue warning with new images

The manhunt continues for James Fitzpatrick who absconded from HMP Castle Huntly on Tuesday, December 30

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13 h. ago Fresh amber snow warning issued as wintry conditions bring disruption

Heavy snow is forecast in part of the Highlands, north-east Scotland and Shetland.

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13 h. ago Met Office urges UK households to 'think ahead' as snow and ice warnings issued

2026 has gotten off to a very chilly start - and the Met Office has some advice

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14 h. ago NHS issues 'call 999' warning to people taking amlodipine blood pressure drug

Amlodipine is one of the most commonly prescribed medicines in the UK and is used to treat high blood pressure and angina, but NHS guidance warns to call 999 for one specific symptom

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15 h. ago Amber snow warning in force as wintry conditions bring disruption

Weather warnings have been issued for the next few days across large parts of Scotland.

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15 h. ago UK hit by big freeze as Met Office extends weather warnings for snow and ice

The Met Office has issued a number of weather warnings as temperatures plummet

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15 h. ago US airlines ranked for onboard water safety by new study — which issues a warning for coffee drinkers

The study was carried out by the Center for Food as Medicine and Longevity, which analyzed the results of 35,674 water tests taken over a period of three years

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16 h. ago DWP Cold Weather Payments triggered in 441 UK postcode areas as weather warning issued

Payments are made automatically to people on certain benefits following cold weather

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16 h. ago Snow brings roads to standstill as Met Office issues new warnings

The Met Office has issued a four day snow warning covering most of Wales

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16 h. ago Wes Streeting issues cold snap warning as pressure on NHS intensifies

The Health Secretary urged the public to only use A&E in genuine emergences

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17 h. ago Met Office issues new snow and ice warning covering Greater Manchester

The warning is set to come into effect on Sunday 4 December

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17 h. ago Met Office issues four day snow warning for most of Wales and says 'be prepared'

Forecasters are warning that many parts of Wales could see 'significant snow flurries' this weekend

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17 h. ago Lanzarote local shows reality of Storm Francis after weather warnings hit Canary Islands

Tourists in the Canary Islands have been urged to keep their eyes on forecasts after weather warnings have been issued across the region – but what's it actually like in Lanzarote at the moment?

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18 h. ago The transport disruption to expect as Met Office issues weather warning

West Coast Main Line is closed in multiple locations, while Scottish ferries and flights are subject to cancellation

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18 h. ago Natwest issues urgent warning to anyone with a savings account

The high street banking giant has been emailing customers telling them that the change is happening 'in weeks'

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19 h. ago Met Office issues ‘risk to life’ weather warning as snow hits UK

Amber weather alerts warn of possible travel chaos, power cuts and ‘the potential risk to life and property’

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19 h. ago Met Office 'risk to life' warning as 40cm snow to blanket UK with blizzards

The Met Office has issued weather warnings for snow and ice, with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) warning of a possible increase in deaths after issuing more severe warnings across England

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19 h. ago Foreign Office places 55 countries on 'no travel' list in 2026

Officials issued travel warnings for 55 countries in 2026, with Brits facing invalidated holiday insurance and safety risks if they visit destinations on the 'do not travel' list

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