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The festive season is among the most turbulent periods for travel, with thousands of Britons taking planes or trains to reconnect with loved ones, whether domestically within the UK or internationally. Given that travel chaos is already expected in the lead-up to Christmas, it's crucial to grasp your rights concerning refunds and compensation should you encounter any delays or cancellations.more

HMRC is contacting Self Assessment taxpayers to remind them that tax bills can be paid through monthly installments. With the Self Assessment deadline looming, taxpayers may be concerned about paying their upcoming bills, especially with the financial pressures of Christmas.more

Some 67% of Britons have received Christmas cards and presents in the post after December 25, a survey for the Post Office found.more

A host of strike action will take place in the coming weeks This year has seen a long line of protesting action from various sectors of the workforce, from bus drivers, to doctors to railway workers. And that action is not stopping as we head towards the end of 2025 with a whole host of new strikes planned for the capital, which may affect you going about your daily life.more

From tomorrow (3 December), PKP Intercity will introduce the option to purchase tickets for Express Intercity and Express Intercity Premium trains four months in advance. Until now, tickets for the carrier's trains could be purchased a maximum of 30 days in advance.more

A rail ticketing rule which has resulted in tens of thousands of people being fined after travelling by train from London to Stansted Airport will be axed next month. The Department for Transport (DfT) announced the airport’s railway station will be one of 50 across South East England to accept contactless payments from December 14.more

Incoming travellers who failed to comply were previously given a pass, but that option will come to an end February 2026. Visitors from 85 nationalities, including the United States, Canada and France, who do not need a visa will not be able to legally travel to the UK without an ETA.more

Thousands of Tube station ticket barriers are getting a new look – with passengers being offered up to £180 a year “cash back” on their fares. Transport for London has signed a new sponsorship deal with the online bank Chase, and its blue and white logo will feature on about 5,000 “contactless” barriers on the London Underground.more

Changes to the driving test come into place on Monday (24 November), including requiring candidates to spend longer on faster roads. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) said it is making the change to better represent the conditions many motorists experience after passing their test, such as driving on rural roads.more

With energy bills hundreds of pounds higher than they were just three years ago and very cold weather on the way thanks to an Arctic blast, people will be doing all they can to lower their central heating bills.more

From tomorrow (12 November), passengers will have to use a digital boarding pass generated in the app during check-in, Ryanair reminds us. This means that it will no longer be possible to download and print paper boarding passes for this airline.more

Two major benefits will be abolished early next year, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed, with claimants being urged to ensure they don’t miss the deadline to switch to alternatives.more

Insurance claims by motorists for damage caused by rodents, including nesting in vehicles, chewing wiring and gnawing seatbelts, have jumped, according to an insurer. In one case seen by Aviva, a vehicle needed to be written off as rodents caused more than £24,000 of damage. more

On the night of October 25th to 26th, we transition from summer to winter time. In Poland and across the EU, clocks will be turned back from 3:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., and in the UK from 2:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., giving us an extra hour of sleep. Daylight saving time will return on the last weekend of March.more

Millions of Britons could be at risk of overpaying their energy bill if they fail to submit a meter reading before next week’s price cap increase. The more than 7 million households on standard tariffs have been advised to take action before their gas and electricity bills go up next Wednesday.more

It is that time of year again. When the creepy crawlies start to invade our homes to get out of the dropping temperatures and wetter weather. September is the time for bugs - and in particular spiders making themselves known.more

From September 1, eligibility to extend Child Benefit for 16 to 19-year-olds will include teenagers who are home educated and those who are unable to attend college (for a minimum number of 12 hours) due to illness or disability. more

After the summer holidays, PKP Intercity is introducing changes to its timetable, including faster connections, extended running times for selected seasonal trains, and the launch of new routes. The changes are related to a timetable adjustment that comes into effect on 31 August.more

Train fares in England could jump by 5.5% next year following an uptick in UK inflation, financial analysts have warned. July's Retail Prices Index (RPI) measure of inflation - which is often used to determine increases in the cost of train tickets - will be announced on Wednesday.more

If you claim the benefit and are planning on going abroad, you need to let the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) know so that it doesn't affect your payments. If you are found to have gone abroad without informing the government, you could face a fine of up to £5,000.more

Starting today, applications for biometric passports can be submitted at Wrocław Airport. The airport in Wrocław-Strachowice is the first in the country where this procedure can be completed. Until now, only temporary documents were issued here.more

The national system for sending emergency alerts to mobile phones in the UK will be tested again this September, the government has said. It will see compatible phones vibrate and make a siren sound for 10 seconds while displaying a message at 15:00 BST on 7 September, even if they are set to silent.more

London has so far seen three heatwaves this summer – and the Met Office says more "hot spells" are likely. However, heavy rain and lightning brought a sudden end to the sunny weather, with a number of thunderstorm warnings issued across England. more

Job hunters face significant financial losses and potential criminal records from scam advertisements, Lloyds Bank has warned, reporting a staggering 237 per cent surge in "advanced fee" job scams this year. more

The statement of changes to the immigration rules HC 836, published on 24 June, will amend the definition of “continuous qualifying period” in Annex 1 of Appendix EU from 16 July to offer an another way for a pre-settled status holder to complete a five year continuous residence period.more