UK Travel Firm Ickenham Travel Group Goes Bust After 55 Years
The Ickenham Travel Group has ceased trading after more than five decades. Find out the latest advice from the CAA for affected holidaymakers and their ATOL protection rights.
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UK's Ickenham Travel Group goes bust after 55 years
The Ickenham Travel Group has ceased trading after 55 years. Learn about ATOL protection, refund options, and crucial steps for affected customers.
Canal embankment collapse swallows narrowboat in Whitchurch
Shocking footage captures a narrowboat falling into a huge sinkhole after a canal embankment collapsed in Shropshire. Three boats affected, 12 evacuated. No injuries reported.
Wealthy Brits flock to winter sun for wellness breaks
New data reveals a surge in Brits escaping the UK winter for sunny wellness holidays, with bookings at luxury resorts soaring. Discover the top destinations and trends.
New Baby Travel System Bundles Aim to Solve Parent Headache
Ickle Bubba and Maxi-Cosi launch new travel system bundles for newborns, combining pushchairs with car seats. The range is on sale until early February, offering a streamlined solution for parents.
Kylie Minogue secures first UK Christmas number one
Kylie Minogue has topped the UK festive singles chart for the first time with 'XMAS'. The 57-year-old pop icon becomes the first solo female artist in 12 years to achieve the feat. Discover the full chart rundown.
Kylie Minogue secures historic UK Christmas number one
Kylie Minogue tops the UK festive chart with 'XMAS', becoming the first solo female artist in 12 years to achieve the Christmas number one. Discover the full story and chart rundown.
Kylie Minogue secures 2025 UK Christmas number one
Kylie Minogue's festive hit 'Xmas' tops the UK singles chart, making her the first woman with number ones across four decades. Discover the full story behind her historic win.
Kylie Minogue Challenges Wham! For Christmas No.1
Chart boss Martin Talbot reveals Kylie Minogue's new single is giving Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' its toughest festive challenge yet. Who will win the 2025 Christmas number one?
Ocado Chair Joins Visma Board for Major London IPO
Adam Warby, Chairman of Ocado Group, is set to join the board of Norwegian software giant Visma as it prepares a massive London stock market listing in 2026. Read the full story on this major boost for the City.
Brazil's Statue of Liberty Replica Collapses in Wind
Dramatic footage captures the moment a replica of New York's Statue of Liberty toppled over in strong winds in Brazil. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Council ignored warnings on builder before firm collapsed
Westminster City Council continued to contract a financially unstable builder, Geoffrey Osborne, which later collapsed, leaving homes unfinished and costing taxpayers an extra £27.5m. Discover the full investigation.
Norway's Equinor hit with £53m penalty for oil spills
Norway's state oil giant Equinor faces a massive £53m fine for extensive pollution and gas leaks at its Mongstad refinery, following years of alleged inadequate maintenance. Read the full investigation details.
Thames Water pauses £2.5m executive bonus payments
Thames Water defers controversial £2.46m retention awards for 21 senior managers. Learn about the political pressure and the firm's ongoing survival battle.
Christmas Travel Warning for Parents with Different Surnames
Separated parents face a festive travel headache. Legal expert reveals the essential documents needed to prevent your child being turned away at the airport this Christmas. Act now to check your paperwork.
RSC's Ambitious Forsyte Saga Adaptation Premieres
The RSC launches a monumental two-part adaptation of The Forsyte Saga at Stratford's Swan Theatre. Discover our review of this ambitious seven-hour theatrical event.
Cumberbatch sells stake in SunnyMarch production company
Benedict Cumberbatch has sold a controlling stake in his SunnyMarch production company to Lumina Studios Group. Discover the details of the deal and what it means for the future of the firm behind hits like 'The Courier'. Read the full story.
Obituary: Margaretta D'Arcy, Playwright and Activist
Margaretta D'Arcy, the politically charged playwright and activist, has died aged 91. With husband John Arden, she championed radical theatre and famously picketed the RSC. Read her remarkable story.
CEO offers £3bn firm to flat Earth provers
Columbia Sportswear's CEO, Tim Boyle, has made an extraordinary bet: he'll hand over his £3billion company to anyone who can prove the Earth is flat. A bold marketing stunt challenges conspiracy theorists.
Royal Shakespeare Company cuts 11% of jobs
The Royal Shakespeare Company plans to cut its workforce by 11% and merge costume departments to save £2.8m annually, citing a 'perilous' financial situation due to funding cuts and soaring costs. Read the full story.
Thames Water complaints surge 75% amid £20bn debt crisis
Thames Water reveals a 75% surge in complaints as it negotiates a bailout to tackle its £20bn debt. Read the latest on the utility giant's financial struggle.
Thames Water profits leap as funding crisis looms
Thames Water reports a £386m half-year profit, driven by higher bills, but warns of a potential rapid collapse into government control due to its £17bn debt crisis. Read the latest on the utility's precarious future.
Travel Counsellors CEO on £50m Global Expansion
Manchester-based Travel Counsellors CEO Steve Byrne explains the £50m acquisition of Canada's The Travel Agent Next Door, boosting international sales to 30% and ruling out a near-term IPO.
Tiny Liechtenstein named top 2026 travel destination
TikTok's 2026 travel trends reveal a surge for lesser-known European escapes. The microstate of Liechtenstein, with no airport and pure fairy-tale charm, leads the list. Discover why slow travel is steering Brits to this Alpine gem.
Cabin Crew's 2026 Budget Holiday Hotspots
A well-travelled flight attendant shares her five must-visit, budget-friendly destinations for 2026, from the Balkans to Central America. Get inspired for your next getaway.
London bus strikes to hit 13 routes in December and January
Major bus strikes will disrupt 13 routes in east London on December 12-13 and January 8-9, impacting Christmas shopping in Stratford. Full list of affected services and the reason for the industrial action.
Older women lead solo travel revolution in UK
UK travel companies report surge in solo female travellers, with older women embracing independence. Discover inspiring stories and the trends driving this movement.
79-year-old widow chased for 2p energy debt
A 79-year-old disabled widow from Dudley was pursued for a 2p debt due to a computer error, threatening her credit rating and causing immense stress. Discover how the situation was resolved.
London Freedom Pass: Free Tube & Bus Travel Guide
Discover how eligible Londoners can get a TfL Freedom Pass for unlimited free travel on the Underground, buses, and more. Check if you qualify for this golden ticket.
A Child's Christmas in Wales Review: Magic in Frome
Emma Rice's exquisite adaptation of Dylan Thomas's Christmas poem brings magic to The Lucky Chance in Frome. Joy radiates from this intimate production until 21 December.
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