M1 lorry fire causes hour delay and six-mile congestion

M1 lorry fire causes hour delay and six-mile congestion

A lorry fire on the M1 near Northampton has closed lanes, causing severe delays and six miles of congestion, with drivers advised to take alternative routes. M1 lorry fire causes hour delay and six-mile congestion Severe Disruption on M1 Due to Lorry Fire A fierce lorry fire has broken out on the M1, leading to…

Fire disrupts train services to Heathrow Airport

Fire disrupts train services to Heathrow Airport

A fire near London Paddington caused severe delays and cancellations on train services to Heathrow Airport, with disruption expected until 8pm Fire disrupts train services to Heathrow Airport Fire Causes Travel Delays at Heathrow Airport A fire has caused significant travel delays on train lines to and from Heathrow Airport. Great Western Rail reported that…

Woolwich featured in The Standard’s 2026 top London areas to buy

Woolwich featured in The Standard’s 2026 top London areas to buy

Woolwich in London is highlighted by The Standard as a top area to buy property in 2026 due to its growing developments, transport links, and affordability Woolwich featured in The Standard’s 2026 top London areas to buy Woolwich Named One of London’s Top Areas to Buy a House in 2026 The Standard has identified Woolwich…

Baby seal rests in hotel car park after Storm Goretti

Baby seal rests in hotel car park after Storm Goretti

A baby seal was found resting in a car park at The Quay Hotel and Spa in Conwy, Wales, after Storm Goretti, and was later rescued and returned to safety. Baby seal rests in hotel car park after Storm Goretti Unexpected Seal Pup Visits Hotel in Wales Staff at a hotel and spa were surprised…

Family left in unsafe Leeds home after builder’s bankruptcy

Family left in unsafe Leeds home after builder’s bankruptcy

A Leeds family is trapped in a structurally unsafe home after a builder abandoned the project, leaving them £95k out of pocket and the house on temporary stilts Family left in unsafe Leeds home after builder’s bankruptcy Family Claims Builder Left Them in Dangerous Home A family claims a builder has left them trapped in…

UK councils ranked on pothole repairs by government

UK councils ranked on pothole repairs by government

Government ranks UK councils on pothole repairs, with Leeds and Manchester among top performers, while Bolton and others lag behind UK councils ranked on pothole repairs by government Government Reveals Pothole Management Ratings for Local Councils Potholes cause irritation and car damage to many drivers. Drivers frustrated by unfilled potholes can now see how their…

Hot air balloon crash in Essex injures two passengers

Hot air balloon crash in Essex injures two passengers

A hot air balloon crash in Essex left two passengers injured, including one who suffered an electric shock after the balloon hit power cables during landing. Hot air balloon crash in Essex injures two passengers Hot Air Balloon Incident in Essex Results in Injuries A hot air balloon passenger suffered serious injuries after the craft…

Greenwich’s Cutty Sark Gardens receives lighting and safety upgrades

Greenwich’s Cutty Sark Gardens receives lighting and safety upgrades

Greenwich’s Cutty Sark Gardens has undergone lighting and accessibility improvements as part of a £2.1 million council program to enhance public spaces in the city. Greenwich’s Cutty Sark Gardens receives lighting and safety upgrades New Lighting Installed at Cutty Sark Gardens Cutty Sark Gardens in Greenwich, home to the historic tea clipper, has recently seen…

LA crisis as drug zombies overrun streets, locals arm themselves

LA crisis as drug zombies overrun streets, locals arm themselves

Los Angeles faces severe homelessness, drug addiction, and crime, with residents arming themselves for protection amid declining safety and celebrity exodus LA crisis as drug zombies overrun streets, locals arm themselves Drug Use and Homelessness in Los Angeles Drug-addicted individuals are openly using drugs in MacArthur Park, a notorious area in Los Angeles. A homeless…

New map reveals England’s road conditions by local authority

New map reveals England’s road conditions by local authority

A DfT traffic light system rates Cumberland in Cumbria and other areas as red for poor road conditions, highlighting disparities in maintenance efforts across England New map reveals England’s road conditions by local authority New Traffic Light Tool for Road Maintenance in England The Department for Transport (DfT) has introduced a new traffic light tool…