Martine McCutcheon joined a Costa Coffee welcoming committee at Stansted Airport, recreating a festive film moment and reuniting loved ones. New research reveals 86% see holidays as key for connection.
Heathrow Airport is increasing its drop-off charge to £7 and slashing the time limit to 10 minutes from New Year's Day 2026. Discover the new rules, how to pay, and the free alternatives available.
American fast food chain Dave's Hot Chicken is opening its first South London restaurant in Croydon on December 16, part of a major UK expansion. Discover the menu and why fried chicken is booming.
JD Wetherspoon has appealed to open a new 320-capacity pub at 11 The Strand, next to Charing Cross station. The plan, previously rejected, was granted appeal in June 2025.
Croydon is set to welcome a grand new Wetherspoons pub in a Grade II listed 1760s building just in time for Christmas. Discover the details of this major expansion.
A former England and Premier League footballer has been arrested at Stansted Airport over a non-recent allegation of attempted rape. He has been bailed until February 2026. Read the latest details.
TfL has issued nearly 1.5 million ULEZ PCN fines in 2025, generating over £267 million. See how this compares to previous years' penalty figures.
Gordon Ramsay relaunches his Plane Food Market in Heathrow's Terminal 5, offering global cuisine to millions of passengers. Discover the menu and concept here.
Gail's Bakery announces a major UK expansion, opening 40 new sites by February 2026 after creating nearly 500 jobs. The £500m-valued chain sees revenue surge to £278m.
Gail's Bakery announces major expansion with 40 new outlets planned after retail sales jumped 23%. Discover how the upmarket chain is growing despite rising costs.
Exclusive investigation reveals Sydney airport taxi drivers routinely refuse short fares, leaving passengers stranded and sparking industry-wide debate about queue system fairness.
Declan George-Candiani, 26, sentenced to 23 months after police found 'horrific' extreme right-wing terror material on his devices at Stansted Airport. Read the full details.
Discover why fried chicken chains are rapidly expanding across the UK, driven by affordability and social media trends. Explore the economic factors behind this culinary phenomenon.
British Airways announces new direct flights from London Heathrow to Tivat, Montenegro and Guernsey starting May 2026, expanding its short-haul network to nearly 100 routes.
US law firm Simpson Thacher announces significant London office expansion following aggressive hiring campaign. The firm continues its strategic growth in the UK legal market.
JP Morgan unveils a new £3bn Canary Wharf headquarters as Goldman Sachs expands in Birmingham, signalling a major vote of confidence in the UK economy. Discover the details.
Goldman Sachs announces major expansion of its Birmingham office, creating 500 new roles in the UK's second city. Discover how this investment boosts regional employment.
National Express is launching over 300 daily coach services from London to Stansted Airport from December 8, offering cheaper fares from £11. Book now for Christmas travel!
Hotel billionaire Surinder Arora pledges to recalibrate his Heathrow West proposal after government backs HAL's £49bn third runway plan. Will competition drive better value?
Residents in Harmondsworth and Longford face losing their homes to Heathrow's £33bn third runway. Ministers back the plan, leaving a community in limbo. Read their story.
American financial giant StoneX launches ambitious London expansion targeting mid-sized hedge funds with prime brokerage services. Discover how this move shakes up the City.
Marks & Spencer launches a new Foodhall in Fulham and unveils a 'wish list' of 172 London locations for future stores. Discover the full list of areas under consideration.
easyJet announces new Stansted to Paris flights starting March 2026, alongside better-than-expected annual profits driven by package holiday demand. Book your seats now!
The UK government has selected Heathrow Airport Ltd's £33bn third runway scheme, aiming for a 2035 launch. The plan promises economic boosts but faces environmental scrutiny. Discover the details.
Marks & Spencer reveals plans for 200 new or revamped London food halls, aiming to transform its store estate by 2028. Discover the full list of locations set for expansion.
The government confirms Heathrow's third runway, set for 2035, will reroute the M25 and boost capacity by 276,000 flights annually. Discover the impact on transport and the economy.
The UK government has selected Heathrow Airport's £33 billion third runway plan, a major infrastructure project requiring M25 re-routing and village demolition. Read the full details.
The UK government has selected Heathrow Airport's £49bn third runway plan, rejecting a rival proposal. The project will be privately financed but requires M25 rerouting.
The Co-op is opening 11 new stores across the UK this week as part of a major expansion plan. Discover the full list of locations and how this boosts local communities.
The UK government is set to approve Heathrow's controversial £49bn third runway, opting for the airport's ambitious proposal over a rival bid. The decision comes despite airline warnings over soaring costs.