Major London airport raises drop off fees for second time in a year Drop-off fees already increased by 40 per cent to £7 in September 2025 The Independent UK · Sep 11
Indian Railway Ticket Decoded: What Waitlist, RAC, and Chart Preparation Actually Mean What the Numbers on Your PNR Status Actually SayWhen your IRCTC booking confirmation lands in your inbox, the PNR number at the top is your ticket's identity. Every status update Indian Railways pushes to that 10-digit number tells you exactly where you stand in the queue. The format reads as… Times Life · Sep 4
Drivers admit skipping MOT and car repairs in cost-of-living crisis RAC said it was ‘little wonder that so many people are finding it difficult to make ends meet’ The Independent UK · Aug 31
Young drivers more likely to delay car repairs in cost-of-living crisis – survey Some 60% of drivers surveyed during the RAC’s annual report on motoring said the cost of maintaining and repairing their car had increased. Evening Standard · Aug 31
Breathalysers on cars should be introduced for repeat drink-driving offenders, Burnham told Campaigners have urged the prime minister to introduce a mandatory alcolock programme for ‘high-risk and repeat drink-driving offenders’ The Independent UK · Aug 27
London weather: Washout forecast for most of bank holiday weekend - but one day brings hope After a record-setting hot and dry summer, London returns to a more ‘traditional’ wet August bank holiday weekend Evening Standard · Aug 27
Millions set to hit the roads over bank holiday weekend after thunderstorms The RAC has estimated that 20 million leisure trips will be made by car between Friday and Monday August 31 Evening Standard · Aug 27
‘Intense’ thunderstorms could cause travel disruption, Met Office warns A yellow warning for thunderstorms has been issued from 3am to 10pm on Wednesday across much of England. Evening Standard · Aug 25
Experts name busiest day on roads for upcoming bank holiday weekend – and motorways to avoid One day in particular is set to be ‘frantic’ for drivers The Independent UK · Aug 23
RAC train ticket became waitlisted, passenger had to travel standing; he filed a case against Railways and won Rs 5000 compensation Man booked RAC-43 sleeper class ticket for Rs 399 to travel to village from Anand Vihar, however ticket’s status was changed to waitlist after chart was prepared; he filed a case and won Rs 5000 compensation in Delhi State Consumer Commission. The Economic Times · Aug 19
Smart motorway drivers face criminal convictions and huge fines for ignoring red X signs Cameras dotted across the Smart motorway network catch the offenders The Independent UK · Aug 19
Drivers told they may need to turn headlights on during eclipse The RAC warned about limited visibility for those without automatic headlights. Evening Standard · Aug 12
The Independent UK · Aug 12 Drivers issued solar eclipse warning by RAC More than 90% of the sun will be obscured by the moon
The Independent UK · Aug 11 Is drink-driving ‘more of a Christmas issue’? Here’s what the RAC says IN FULL
The Independent UK · Aug 10 Worst month of the year for drink-drive crashes in UK revealed ‘Drink-driving is often seen as more of a Christmas issue,’ RAC said, but their new data paints a different picture
The Economic Times · Aug 5 Train passengers with RAC tickets, take note: Railways says you must get a complete bedroll kit in AC coaches Railway Ministry reiterates instructions for complete bedroll kits to RAC passengers. This directive follows repeated complaints about missing linen and blankets on trains. All AC coach passengers, except AC Chair Car, are entitled to these facilities. Railway zones must ensure strict compliance with these existing guidelines. This action aims to…
The Independent UK · Aug 1 £10 for 10 minutes: Are airport drop-off fees robbing us of our romantic goodbye? LET’S UNPACK THAT: UK’s major airports have increased the cost of parking up momentarily by a third since last summer. As Brits prepare for this year’s great getaway, Lydia Spencer-Elliott asks experts what the hike has done to our final farewells
The Guardian - UK · Jul 31 UK petrol price hits Iran war high, adding to pressure on households Average pump price reaches 160p a litre, while diesel is up 14.5p to 179p and forecast to increase to 185p soon
The Economic Times · Jul 31 Indian Railways ordered to pay Rs 25,000 after RAC passenger was forced to share blanket, pillow with stranger The Delhi Consumer Commission ordered Indian Railways to pay Rs 25,000 to a passenger. This passenger received only one blanket while sharing a berth on an RAC ticket. The commission cited a Railway Board circular which mandates adequate bedding for such passengers. Railways were held liable for deficiency in service…
International Business Times UK · Jul 30 Costco vs Tesco vs Asda: Which UK Supermarket Has the Cheapest Petrol as Fuel Prices Rise Again? How UK motorists can save on fuel as petrol prices approach 160p per litre. Compare Costco, Tesco, and Asda's petrol prices and find the best deals at supermarket petrol stations.
Evening Standard · Jul 25 Gatwick has highest drop-off fees of any UK airport: how 'kiss and fly' charges compare Two London airports rank as most expensive in the UK for ‘kiss and fly’ drop-offs
The Independent UK · Jul 22 UK airports increase drop-off fees by a third – these are the most expensive More than three quarters of UK airports raised or introduced drop-off fees for drivers
The Independent UK · Jul 18 Best-value family holiday resort named for UK tourists this summer Portugal’s Algarve topped the list for bargain-hunting Brits in Europe