Neil Shaw

Late-summer camping is growing in the UK as holidaymakers seek to extend the outdoor season, partly inspired by recent heatwaves and the Scandinavian concept of “sensommer.” Argos research finds that 72% of campers are abandoning a back-to-basics approach in favor of luxury comforts, with many planning to spend more than £100 upgrading their pitches. Popular additions include dining sets, mini fridges, cooling fans, gourmet portable BBQs, hotel-grade mattresses and entertainment equipment. Argos reports camping-category sales up nearly 10% year on year and camping-chair sales up 60%.

Different UK airports are applying varying liquid restrictions despite the rollout of new CT scanners, with some allowing up to two litres of liquids in hand luggage while others still enforce the 100ml limit. The Department for Transport recently reinstated the 100ml rule at several sites using the new scanners, leading to inconsistencies across airports. Travellers are urged to check rules for both outbound and return flights, particularly for items like e-liquids and vape devices, as requirements differ by airport and airline.

Korean social media star Park Mak-rye visited London to promote Korean culture ahead of hosting Virgin Atlantic Holidays’ Heart + Seoul supper club in Shoreditch. The event features Korean dishes, cultural storytelling, and the chance for attendees to win flights to Seoul. Proceeds from the pop‑up go to Save the Children, with bookings available through OpenTable for the July weekend event.

Hundreds of UK petrol stations are under investigation for failing to report real‑time price changes to the legally mandated Fuel Finder system, with the Competition and Markets Authority issuing warning letters and preparing to levy fines for continued non‑compliance. The government says the scheme is helping increase transparency and lower prices, though analysis shows many forecourts have not updated data for weeks. Fuel Finder, created following a CMA recommendation to boost competition, is intended to save drivers money as supermarkets and independent stations are pushed to publish accurate, up‑to‑date prices.

Government data shows widespread excessive speeding across UK roads, prompting plans for new car systems that warn drivers when they exceed limits. RAC analysis highlights extreme speeding cases, including incidents over 160mph, and urges stronger measures such as mandatory speed-limiting technology for dangerous offenders. Authorities across the UK continue adopting 20mph limits, while debates persist over their impact on traffic conditions. Department for Transport figures link speed to the majority of fatal crashes, reinforcing national safety targets to reduce serious road casualties by 2035.