It’s a six-hour direct flight from the UK, and each of the ten islands that make up the archipelago has a different and distinct feel – perfect for those looking for year-round sunshine
This beautiful country is becoming more and more popular with Brits(Image: Getty)
The stunning nation of Cape Verde is fast becoming a favourite among Brits seeking year-round sunshine.
For those looking to change their annual holiday destination in Spain, Italy or France, you might want to have a look at this place. Spain has long been a top pick for those looking to escape the unpredictable British weather, but now more holidaymakers are venturing further afield to Africa’s Cape Verde.
Just a six-hour direct flight from the UK, Cape Verde’s ten islands offer constant sunshine, with temperatures seldom dipping below 21C, making it an ideal winter sun destination. Did anyone say a quick weekend trip?
Road loop in a gorge on a cliff above the ocean, Ponta do Sol in Cape Verde(Image: Getty)
Each island in this Atlantic archipelago boasts its own unique charm and character. With an abundance of white sandy beaches and turquoise waters, you’ll be spoilt for choice, reports the Express.
With a culture influenced by Portugal and African traditions, Cape Verde is the perfect place as it offers an all-year round exquisite weather where visitors can enjoy the beach and partake in watersports like windsurfing and outdoor activities like hiking.
Cape Verde is a member state of the African Union. But interestingly, the official language of Cape Verde is Portuguese. Nonetheless, Creole is also used in conversation, and visitors will hear it throughout their stay.
Top picks include Santa Maria Beach and Ponta Preta on Sal, Praia de Chaves on Boa Vista, and Laginha beach in Mindelo, on São Vicente. Beyond the beaches, there’s fantastic wildlife spotting opportunities, with whales, dolphins and turtles often seen in the crystal-clear waters.
Cape Verde has a wide range of beaches to choose from(Image: Getty)
While Cape Verde is a great year-round destination, do note that the rainy season falls between July and October. In November, expect daily maximum temperatures around 29C and minimums averaging at 23C.
According to AMAN (Alliance of Mediterranean News Agencies), Cape Verde welcomed over a million visitors in 2023, setting a historical record.
For those who love a good hike, the islands are crisscrossed with walking trails through magnificent mountains and towering volcanoes. Santo Antão, São Nicolau and Fogo are touted as the best islands for walkers.
So, if you’re looking to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of city life without going to the typical holiday destinations, Cape Verde is the place for you. For families, friends, and even for a solo trip.
Direct flights are available from London to Cape Verde on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Airlines such as easyJet offer direct flights from London Gatwick, with prices starting at £120 depending on the season and time of purchase.
Hotel irons are often used for more than just smoothing out wrinkles, and travellers are being warned to avoid using them
Hotel irons are great for when our clothes are creased from a long flight(Image: shurkin_son via Getty Images)
When it comes to packing for a holiday, no matter how meticulously we fold our clothes, they always seem creased on the other side of the journey. But before you reach for your hotel’s iron to smooth out those wrinkles, you might want to think twice as it may have been used in ways you’d never imagine.
In this era of viral TikTok hacks and unconventional uses for everyday appliances, the humble hotel iron has often found itself under scrutiny – and frequently for all the wrong reasons. Oddly enough, it’s not just being used for smoothing out wrinkles anymore.
TikTok content creators promoting alternative uses for regular household appliances are, in many instances, creating these ‘hack’ videos not at home, but in hotel rooms, reports the Express.
Many people will have used the hotel iron but sometimes for the wrong reasons(Image: Getty)
So when you’re stepping into a freshly-booked hotel room, you’ve no idea what the provided appliances might have been used for by previous guests.
However, clothing experts Stock have unveiled information about why you should steer clear of hotel irons.
Why should you avoid hotel irons?
Hotel irons get passed around by countless guests, and not everyone uses them solely for clothes.
Some guests have resorted to using them to heat food items like pizza and sandwiches, and one TikTok user even attempted cooking a steak with one.
A swift Google search also uncovers several travel blogs advocating for this hack. It’s a startling and cautionary revelation about the potential misuse of these appliances.
A travel website even suggested using an “ironing board as a hot plate” and the iron itself as a heat source.
Beyond their unintended culinary adventures, hotel irons pose several risks.
One Stock expert explained: “They may not always be as clean as you’d hope, potentially transferring residues from previous uses onto your clothes.
“Using them for non-ironing purposes can damage the appliance and leave unsavoury smells on your garments.
“Moreover, irons can be old and rusty, risking stains that are tough to remove.”
You may want to inspect the next hotel iron before using it(Image: Getty)
What to do instead
Stock offers the following unconventional yet practical alternatives to hotel irons.
Steam it out
Forget the iron in the wardrobe and harness the steam from your hotel bathroom. Suspend your garments near the shower and allow the steam to work its magic in releasing creases.
Quick steam with water
Fill a spray bottle with fresh water and lightly spritz your clothing. Your body heat will help dry them swiftly, naturally smoothing out wrinkles.
Inspect before you iron
Always examine the iron’s state before using it. Check for any visible grime or corrosion.
Test it on a concealed section of your garment to ensure it’s clean and won’t harm your outfit. If the iron leaves any unpleasant marks or odours, it’s best to steer clear of using it.
Travelling Italy is special. As well as being totally beautiful, the country boasts incredible food, delicious wine and offers beauty at every corner; however, when it comes to eating gelato, British tourists often go wrong
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Katie is a Content Editor working across all Reach Plc titles, and she’s always on the look out for the next viral story. She joined the company back in 2016 when she started out as a reporter at WalesOnline. Following this, she spent two years at the Daily Star before moving onto work at the social news desk.
There’s a trick to picking out the best gelato (Image: Katie Gupwell)
I can honestly say I’m totally in love with Italy. From the stunnning scenery to the food that never fails to tempt my taste buds, there is so much about the beautiful country that makes me feel happy, vibrant and at home; perhaps that’s why I’m so interested in trying to experience what it has to offer to the best of my ability.
While I may strive to never overcook my pasta and pronounce “grazie” as well as I can at all times, there’s one trick I learnt early on in my travels, and it centres around food. If you visit Italy, you may be tempted to sample the huge gelatos on offer in the eateries that scatter the cobbled streets; however, many British tourists are making a big error when indulging in the sweet treat.
Gelato is a frozen dessert of Italian origin that’s pretty similar to ice cream but it’s usually denser, smoother and more flavourful due to its lower fat and air content. Even though the term “gelato” translates to “ice cream” in Italian, it refers to a specific type of frozen treat that is quite different to traditional ice cream due to its included ingredients, preparation and texture.
When you walk around Italy, you may see various cafes selling gelato on the same street, but it’s important to be able to note how they differ. Though I’m not an expert in everything Italian, there is one piece of travel advice I’ll never forget, and it was shared by an Italian taxi driver.
The Amaretti gelato went down a treat(Image: Katie Gupwell)
When travelling to a hotel, and speaking about gelato, the driver told me: “Never have gelato that is big – that is piled to the top. This is not real gelato.
“Real gelato is always flat. Anything else – the big ones, the bright colours – they are like the McDonald’s of gelato.”
As much as the bright colours of huge, piled up gelatos have never appealed to me, I quickly learnt his words were true. When I fancied sampling one, I headed to a cafe that he recommended, and it didn’t disappoint.
The gelato was sweet, yet creamy, and tasted totally delicious, but you could also tell it was homemade. The texture was smooth and soft, and it was the perfect addition to a hot summer’s day in the Italian sunshine.
Meanwhile, the other options, known as “fake gelatos”, are often made with artificial powders. This kind is also usually fluffier and lighter due to the whipping process.
Little you may know, chemicals are used to keep fake gelato puffed up and prevent deflation. This is why tourists should be wary of towering mountains of gelato topped with various decorations, as they aren’t often authentic.
According to experts, a real gelato will be dense, as opposed to fluffy. It should get packed into a cup or a cone with a paddle-like tool, and should never be scooped.
When at the counter, gelato should also lie flat in the serving dish or in a stainless steel canister. Sometimes it will also have a lid placed on top so you can’t even see it.
It should not be displayed in huge, mounting piles as it’s a product that the producer aims to keep as fresh and cold as possible. These are the top tips you need to follow to be in with a chance of sampling the best on offer.
A Roman tour guide said in a viral TikTok video: “If you see the big mounds, what are they trying to do? Impress you. But also, they whisk it up so they grow with the air and they go down in the evening. So you’re paying for air, literally.”
As well as this, you should also avoid bright, bold colours. If the gelato is a bold blue or pink shade, you can tell that the gelateria uses artificial colours, which implies it is likely to use artificial flavours too.
If a gelato is made with local, seasonal ingredients, then the colours will mirror this. So, stop eating with your eyes, and think about what gelato should really look like if you want it to set your taste buds on fire. Bon appetit!
Turkey is one of the most popular holiday destinations for Brits, but many people make a mistake when it comes to exchanging their money that can make their trip more expensive
Turkey is one of the most popular holiday destinations for Brits (stock photo)(Image: BTWImages via Getty Images)
Turkey is fast becoming a favourite holiday spot for Brits, with its sun-soaked resort towns and bustling cities like Istanbul drawing in millions of us each year. In fact, a whopping 4.4 million UK tourists jetted off to Turkey in 2024 alone, making it the eighth most popular destination for British holidaymakers. While it’s still playing catch-up with hotspots like Spain, France, and Greece, the number of visitors is on the rise each year, and it could soon break into the top five.
But there’s one common blunder many Brits make when heading to Turkey that can make their holiday pricier than they bargained for. With just one simple change, you could save a pretty penny on your trip.
A Turkey travel guru named Katherine has shared some insider tips for those planning a trip to Istanbul in a TikTok video, but her top piece of advice applies no matter where in the country you’re headed.
She warns against exchanging your local currency for Turkish Lira before you set off, as you could end up getting a poor exchange rate and spending more dosh than you planned.
Instead, she suggests swapping your cash for Euros or Dollars first, then taking that to Turkey and changing it into Turkish Lira once you’re there.
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She explained: “Never change Lira in your home country or the airport in Turkey. Instead, bring Euros or Dollars and exchange small amounts [while you’re here], because Turkish Lira is pretty unstable.
“The best exchange spots [in Istanbul] are the Grand Bazaar or Istiklal Street. I always go to the one right across from the Swarovski store at Istiklal.”
Whilst that money-saving tip works throughout the nation, Katherine’s additional guidance focuses specifically on getting around Istanbul.
She advised that you should never pay for public transport using your credit card or contactless payment, as you’ll face a staggering 40% surcharge. Instead, you should purchase a travel card known as an Istanbulkart, which is available at any metro station.
Lastly, Katherine cautioned against hopping into “random airport taxis,” as you could end up paying five to ten times more than the journey should actually cost.
Taxi applications such as Uber, Bitaski, and InDrive offer far superior alternatives for travelling around the city, as you can opt to pay through the app.
Turkey travel guidance
When travelling to Turkey with a full British citizen passport, the passport must expire at least 150 days after the date you arrive and have at least one blank page inside.
You can visit Turkey for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa, whether you’re visiting for business or tourism. Longer stays require a short-term residence permit. If you’re considering taking money to Turkey for exchange, it’s crucial to understand the currency rules.
While there’s no cap on the amount of foreign currency or Turkish Lira you can bring into Turkey, you’re restricted from taking Turkish Lira equivalent to more than $5,000 USD out of the country.
Drivers are being urged to check whether they need to apply for a permit in order to drive abroad, especially in Spain as it can be a legal requirement for motorists
It’s important to check the paperwork needed when hiring a car abroad(Image: 123ducu via Getty Images)
Hiring a holiday car can make your trip much easier and more accessible, especially if you are staying somewhere a little more remote. However it’s important to know the rules of the road in the country you’re in, and if you need permits or not.
Spain is a popular holiday spot for Brits due to its balmy weather and frequent flights that only take a few hours. But now people are being urged to check if they need permits before hiring a car according to the DVLA.
You may need an international driving permit (IDP) as well as other paperwork and passport checks for motorists heading abroad. The permit you may need depends on which country you’re visiting and how long you’re staying too. You also need to have a valid GB driving licence to get an IDP, and paper licences cannot be accepted.
IDP’s are a legal requirement in some countries(Image: monkeybusinessimages via Getty Images)
This document makes sure that you’re legally allowed to drive in countries that may not recognise or allow your UK driving licence. Make sure you’re covered for your next trip and avoid fines and legal issues by applying for an IDP before you travel.
If driving, you must always have your driving licence with you as well as your IDP, and if you are visiting Spain, you may be caught out.
While the DVLA states that in Spain “You do not need an IDP. If you’re hiring a car, you should check if the car hire company says you need an IDP.”
So while it’s not a requirement for the country, certain car hire companies may still require one for motorists. It costs £5.50 to buy and if you have a full UK driving licence – either a photocard or paper version – you can apply for an IDP at PayPoint stores.
There are three types of IDPs, each of these offer different levels of coverage for specific countries. It’s important that you choose the right one for your destination(s). The 1949 IDP is the most common, but if you’re planning to drive in countries like Italy or the USA, you may need the 1926 or 1968 versions.
IYou do not need an IDP to drive in the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein if you have a photocard driving licence issued in the UK.
You might need an IDP to drive in some EU countries and Norway if you have either: a paper driving licence, a licence issued in Gibraltar, Guernsey, Jersey or the Isle of Man. But it’s always advised to check with the embassy of the country you will be driving in.
HUNDREDS of thousands of Brits could be hit by a surprise £500 tax bill as a new rule comes into effect.
The new scheme could affect nearly 900,000 business owners across the UK.
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Brits have been warned about a new tax change which could cost you £500Credit: Getty
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The new change could affect 900,000 business owners across the UKCredit: Alamy
The Government’s new Making Tax Digital scheme will require people over a certain income threshold to keep electronic records and file updates every financial quarter.
The move is part of the Government’s efforts to crack down on tax fraud, which cost Britain £12.4 billion from 2021 to 2022.
However, financial advisors have warned that the cost of reporting your tax figures could cost up to £500 a year once staff training, software and admin time are factored in – according to George Holmes, managing director of Aurora Capital.
Only people who earn £50,000 from self-employment or from rental properties will be subject to the new rules.
Ahead of the change, Craig Ogilvie, director of Making Tax Digital at HMRC, said: “With April 2026 on the horizon, we are issuing letters to customers we believe will be mandated, outlining specific requirements and timelines.”
He added: “We urge those who meet the mandate criteria to join our testing programme on GOV.UK now to help shape the final service and make your transition smoother.”
An estimated 864,000 sole traders and landlords will need to comply with the new rules.
James Murray MP, Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury, said: “MTD for Income Tax is an essential part of our plan to transform the UK’s tax system into one that supports economic growth.”
Murray added: “By modernising how people manage their tax, we’re helping businesses work more efficiently and productively while ensuring everyone pays their fair share.”
The news comes after experts warned Rachel Reeves that she would have to find £50 billion to plug a black hole in Britain’s finances.
HMRC using AI to scan social media for tax evasion investigations
The Chancellor has remained committed to her fiscal rules, which requires the UK to have financial cushion of £9.9billion by the end of the decade.
In order to put the UK’s finances on a firm footing, experts from the National Institute of Economic and Social Research have said that Ms Reeves will have to raise taxes.
Prof Stephen Millard, from the institute, said: “We would advocate building a bigger buffer.
“To do that requires moderate but sustained increases in taxes.”
The think tank also upped its growth forecast for this year to 1.3 per cent but knocked their prediction for 2026 down to 1.2 per cent from 1.5 per cent.
Meanwhile, tax refund letters have started landing on doorsteps across the UK but Brits have been warned to watch out for scams.
A Freedom of Information (FOI) request by The Sun found that HMRC refunded a staggering £8.3billion in overpaid tax from 2022 until 2023 — with the average worker pocketing £943.
However, any letter or email which requires you to give your credit card details, transfer money or click a link should be avoided at all costs.
How do I check my tax code?
YOU can check your tax code on your personal tax account online, on any payslips or on the HMRC app.
To log in, visit www.gov.uk/personal-tax-account.
If you have one, you can also check it on a “Tax Code Notice” letter from HMRC.
Bear in mind that you might need your Government Gateway ID and password to hand to log in.
But if you don’t have this you can use your National Insurance number or postcode and two of the following:
A valid UK passport
A UK photocard driving licence issued by the DVLA (or DVA in Northern Ireland)
A payslip from the last three months or a P60 from your employer for the last tax year
Details of a tax credit claim if you have made one
Details from a self assessment tax return (in the last two years) if you made one
Information held on your credit record if you have one (such as loans, credit cards or mortgages)
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Rachel Reeves needs to find £50 billion to plug a hole in the country’s financesCredit: Reuters
The country tops the list for travellers looking for top-quality healthcare abroad, with an overall healthcare score of 78.72. The UK didn’t make the top 10 and ranked 27th out of 110.
One country scored an impressive 78.72 for their healthcare(Image: Twenty47studio via Getty Images)
Almost half of Brits are planning a winter getaway, with one in six jetting off to Asia, the Middle East, Central and South America, according to Scott Dunn Travel. However, health concerns while abroad are a worry for some holidaymakers.
New research from 1st Move International Removals has delved into healthcare options overseas. The study evaluated factors such as medicine availability and cost, government readiness, and medical infrastructure and professionals.
Shockingly, the UK didn’t even make it into the top 10, coming in at 27th out of 110 countries. The UK scored 47.15 out of 100 on the Healthcare Index, but did best in the Medical Infrastructure and Professionals category with 78.03, reports the Express.
Taiwan beat the likes of Australia and Canada to the top spot(Image: Twenty47studio via Getty Images)
So, which country offers the best healthcare for travellers?
Taiwan takes the top spot for those seeking high-quality healthcare abroad, boasting an overall score of 78.72.
With an impressive infrastructure rating of 87.16, Taiwan’s efficient medical system ensures easy access to top professionals and facilities. Its highly praised National Health Insurance (NHI) system caters to both nationals and expats, making Taiwan an ideal destination for health-conscious travellers.
South Korea takes the second spot, providing peace of mind for tourists with a robust healthcare score of 77.7. Renowned for its state-of-the-art hospitals and skilled staff, South Korea’s infrastructure scores 79.05, ensuring dependable care for visitors.
The nation’s healthcare system, which operates on a national health insurance model, also benefits expats who are eligible to enrol after six months.
Australia ranks third, offering reliable healthcare to tourists with an overall score of 74.11. With an infrastructure rating of 90.75, the country boasts some of the world’s top hospitals and professionals.
Australia offers comprehensive medical coverage for its residents through Medicare, including GP appointments and hospital visits. For expats, a two percent Medicare Levy is applicable.
The UK came a disappointing 27th (Image: Getty)
Here are the top 10 countries offering the best healthcare for travellers:
A British expat living in the holiday hotspot has issued a warning to tourists visiting the popular destination, after he said his ‘eyes were opened’ to how sophisticated the scams can be
Tourists should be wary of different scams in Ibiza(Image: Getty Images)
An expat living in Ibiza has issued a warning to Brits about common scams that target tourists and the key phrases holidaymakers should be wary of.
The Spanish island is a favourite holiday destination, renowned not only for its vibrant nightlife and party scene, but also for its stunning beaches. Each season, it draws a massive influx of tourists, and James Smith, a Spanish teacher and founder of Learn Spanish with James, warns that visitors are easy pickings for local fraudsters.
These con artists employ everything from sham boat parties to counterfeit holiday rental adverts in an attempt to swindle money from tourists.
“Living in Ibiza opened my eyes to how sophisticated these scams have become,” reveals James.
“The scammers know exactly what buttons to push with British tourists, promising VIP treatment, exclusive access, or once-in-a-lifetime experiences. But there are always telltale signs if you know what to look for.” According to James, these are the six most prevalent scams in Ibiza, reports the Manchester Evening News.
Fake club tickets
One of the oldest tricks in the book involves fraudsters approaching tourists with “discounted” tickets to top clubs like Amnesia or Pacha. These tricksters often lurk around popular hotels or loiter at beach bars during sunset.
“They’ll show you what looks like a genuine ticket and claim they can’t use it,” warns James. “The story is always the same: they’re leaving the island early, their mate cancelled, or they double-booked. But these tickets are either completely fake or already used.”
Warning signs include sellers who won’t let you examine the ticket closely, refuse to provide contact details, or pressure you to buy immediately with phrases like “last chance” or “someone else is interested”.
Ibiza is renowned for its party scene (Image: Getty Images)
Bogus boat parties
Boat party scams have surged in recent years, with fraudsters setting up fake social media pages and websites advertising non-existent events. They’ll post professional-looking photos and promise celebrity DJs, unlimited drinks, and VIP treatment.
“These scammers are getting smarter with their online presence,” cautions James. “They’ll steal photos from legitimate boat parties and create convincing websites. But when you turn up at the supposed departure point, there’s no boat – and no refund.”
Watch for vague meeting locations, requests for full payment upfront via bank transfer, and reluctance to provide official booking confirmations or company registration details.
Overpriced drinks packages
Street sellers often approach tourists with laminated cards advertising drinks packages for popular venues. They’ll claim you can skip queues and get unlimited drinks for a fraction of the normal cost.
“The legitimate venues don’t work this way,” James points out. “Real clubs sell their own packages through official channels. These street sellers are either selling fake vouchers or massively overcharging for basic entry.”
Timeshare presentation traps
Ruthless sales teams prey on holidaymakers with promises of complimentary dinners, boat excursions or club access in return for attending a “brief” presentation. What begins as a half-hour discussion can escalate into hours of relentless sales pressure.
“I’ve seen tourists lose thousands on timeshare deals they signed under duress,” says James. “The salespeople are trained to create urgency and make you feel like you’re missing out on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
Accommodation bait and switch
Fraudulent holiday rental adverts have become increasingly clever, utilising pilfered photographs and fabricated reviews to trick tourists into handing over deposits for properties that are non-existent or bear no resemblance to the description.
“Always verify the property through multiple sources,” advises James. “If someone is pushing for immediate payment or won’t video call to show you the property, walk away.”
Transport overcharging
Rogue taxi drivers and bogus airport transfer operators routinely fleece tourists, particularly those arriving during the early hours or whilst intoxicated.
James has also cautioned holidaymakers about specific phrases employed by fraudsters to manipulate tourists. This includes: James advised: “Living in Ibiza taught me that scammers specifically target British tourists because they know they’re often unfamiliar with local customs, and language barriers can make visitors more vulnerable.
“The key is preparation: know the Spanish phrases for ‘no thank you’ and ‘I’m not interested’, and don’t be afraid to use them firmly.
“Before you hand over any money, always ask for official documentation, a receipt, and contact details. Legitimate businesses will happily provide these. If someone starts getting aggressive or evasive when you ask basic questions, that tells you everything you need to know.
“The simplest check you can do is ask them to write down exactly what you’re buying, when and where it’s happening, and their contact information. Watch how they react – genuine sellers will do this without hesitation, while scammers will usually make excuses or try to rush you into paying immediately.”
THERE is a reckoning coming. The people of Britain have had enough.
A new poll by Find Out Now has Reform UK winning a majority of 140 seats at the nextgeneral election. The big poll-of-polls gives us a 10-point lead. People are fed up. And one thing they are fed up with the most is illegal immigration.
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Reform Party MP Lee AndersonCredit: Getty
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Demonstrators gather during an anti-immigration protest outside the New Bridge Hotel in NewcastleCredit: Getty
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Nigel Farage will unveil Reform’s deportation plan on TuesdayCredit: Alamy
I went along to watch a protest outside the Britannia Hotel in London’s Canary Wharf, now a luxury hostel for asylum seekers, and felt for myself how high feelings are running.
Protesters like the famous Pink Ladies don’t want these illegal immigrants in their communities. Does anybody? Who voted for this madness?
That’s why our party, Reform UK, is backing more peaceful protests and asking people to demand that their local councils take action to empty the migrant hotels. But we can’t stop there.
We need to detain and deport illegal immigrants. Then I think they’re going to stop coming, and we can get back to some sort of peace and normality.
It’s no wonder people are angry. Just look at the shocking numbers that came out this past week.
We learned that, in the year up to June 2025, 110,000 more migrants applied for asylum in Britain –that’s the highest number since records began. More than 50,000 illegal immigrants have landed on our beaches since Labour were elected last July.
At the end of June, 32,100 asylum seekers were housed in hotels at taxpayers’ expense – up another 8 per cent since Keir Starmer moved into 10 Downing Street.
Over that same year, the Labour government spent £4.76 billion managing the asylum mess that they and their Tory predecessors have created.
This outrageous sum is the equivalent of hiring 86,500 more police officers, or 16 million winter fuel payments for British pensioners at the higher rate.
If I were a young male over the Channel in a migrant camp, I’d be thinking to myself it doesn’t matter where I’m from or what I’ve done in the past, get on a small boat to Britain and within 24 hours I could be in a four-star hotel, three meals a day, wifi, mobile phone, free to roam the streets and do pretty much whatever you want, because the authorities haven’t got the foggiest who you are.
Small boat crossings under Labour are on brink of hitting 50,000 – one illegal migrant every 11 mins since the election
What have we done as a nation? We see it in the news every week now, that an asylum seeker has been either charged or found guilty of disgusting attacks on women and girls.
The door’s open, we’ve invited these people in, some of them serious wrong ‘uns, and treated them like honoured guests.
But the tide is starting to turn. Last week the decent people of Epping in Essex won a big victory for us all, when the high court ruled that asylum seekers must leave the town’s Bell Hotel.
Parents and concerned residents had been protesting outside the hotel since an illegal migrant housed there was charged with sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl.
They were slandered as “far-right” lunatics by Labour and the BBC, and attacked by leftie “Antifa” thugs who we saw being bussed in by the police! But they bravely stood up and won, despite home secretary Yvette Cooper shamefully hiring expensive lawyers to attack them in court.
People around the country are now protesting outside migrant hotels and telling their councils to take action. Nigel Farage was the first to call for more peaceful protests, and the councils that Reform won in the May elections will do everything in their power to follow Epping’s lead.
Now we need to go further. Next week, Reform UK will announce our proposals for mass deportations that will finally stop the boats and tackle the crisis.
And we are very clear that, to make this happen, the UK will need to quit the European Convention on Human Rights, which lets liberal foreign judges override the sovereignty of our parliament on immigration law.
National emergency
This is a national emergency. Labour’s latest scheme, to move migrants from hotels into homes into our communities, can only make matters worse.
But let’s not forget that the last Conservative government started the problem. So it’s a bit rich for them to start attacking migrant hotels now.
When I was a Tory MP, I spoke up asking the government to detain illegal immigrants in secure camps ready for deportation. Instead, they housed them in hotels.
I was constantly told to shut up by the “One Nation” lot of Conservative MPs. This is of their making, and they should all apologise right now.
Reform Uk stands foursquare with the people protesting peacefully across Britain. And we will defend free speech against the authorities that want to lock up anybody who speaks out.
On a protest in my constituency of Ashfield in Nottinghamshire, some women in their sixties and seventies came up to me and said Lee, are we really far-right? And I said no, you’re just right.
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Migrants board a smuggler’s boat in an attempt to cross the English ChannelCredit: AFP
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A demonstrator holds a placard during a counter protestCredit: AFP
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People travelling to Turkey have been issued some travel advice(Image: Getty)
The Foreign Office has issued new advice for people travelling to Turkey. New guidance was published regarding swimming and beaches on August 22. The advice is crucial to note if you are heading to the coast as there have been fatal incidents.
The advice says: “Every year, people drown in the sea and in swimming pools in Turkey. Always supervise children, even if they can swim or there is a lifeguard present.”
Families are warned of several dangers when going for a swim in the ocean in Turkey. The guidance says: “Take care when swimming in the sea. Some beaches may have strong undercurrents.
“Hidden rocks or shallow depths can cause serious injury or death. Do not dive into unknown water. Follow local advice if jellyfish or urchins are present.”
Holidaymakers are also advised that many beaches have a flag system that you may want to look out for. The Foreign Office advises: “Make sure you understand the system and follow any warnings (a red flag means you must not enter the water). Follow instructions from lifeguards.
“Take extra care and seek local advice if there are no lifeguards, flags, or signs.” Another rule you may want to note if you are in Turkey is that it’s illegal not to carry some form of photo ID.
The Foreign Office has issued new travel advice for Turkey(Image: Getty)
The Government guidance says: “Always carry your passport or residence permit. In some busy areas, especially Istanbul, the authorities may stop people for ID checks.
“There are also several police checkpoints on main roads across Turkey. Cooperate with officials conducting checks.”
What travel restrictions apply in Turkey?
The Foreign Office advises against any travel to within 10km of the border with Syria. This is due conflict in the area and “a heightened risk of terrorism”.
The guidance explains that most terrorist attacks to date have happened in southeast Turkey, and in Ankara and Istanbul. Visitors are advised: “You should remain aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with local media reports and follow the advice of local authorities.”
The advice page includes further information about the risks and restrictions that apply in certain regions of Turkey.
However, while sharing updates may seem innocuous, divulging too much online while you’re away can leave you vulnerable to unnecessary risks. From burglaries at home to identity theft, certain types of posts can make you an easy prey for criminals.
Travel experts at Ski Vertigo reveals the top three things you should never disclose online during your trip – and why holding off until you’re safely back home could be a wiser decision.
1. Your precise location in real time
Disclosing your location, whether through tagged posts, check-ins, or live updates, is one of the easiest blunders you can make while travelling. Criminals often scour social media for hints and a public post showing you are hundreds of miles away could signal to burglars that your house is vacant.
But the perils don’t end there. Revealing your location while abroad could put you in danger if opportunistic thieves nearby see where you are. For example, tagging a restaurant, pub or even your hotel might make it easier for strangers to trace your movements.
“Even if you believe only friends can see your updates, remember that posts can easily be reshared, or your account might not be as private as you think,” explains a spokesperson from Ski Vertigo. “By broadcasting your location in real time, you are essentially telling the world your home is unattended – and also where to find you.”
Selfies could give away your location to thieves(Image: Catherine Falls Commercial via Getty Images)
2. Photos of travel documents and tickets
It might be alluring to share a swift snapshot of your boarding pass or passport as a means of displaying enthusiasm, but this can be a big security blunder. Travel documents contain sensitive personal information that can be exploited by identity thieves or fraudsters.
Even seemingly trivial details – such as a booking reference number or barcode – can be used by criminals to access your travel itinerary, cancel flights, or even alter your seat. Once your details fall into the wrong hands, the consequences can swiftly cause chaos for your trip.
Ski Vertigo’s experts said: “We have seen cases where travellers accidentally gave away enough information in a single photo for someone to interfere with their trip. A boarding pass should never be treated like a souvenir. Keep it secure and private.”
A safer option is to photograph luggage, airport architecture or even your in-flight meal if you still wish to capture the thrill of departure without endangering yourself.
It’s not wise to take a snap of your travel documents(Image: Alphotographic via Getty Images)
3. Expensive purchases or valuables
Another frequent habit is flaunting luxury items during your travels. Sharing photos of costly jewellery, designer shopping bags, or premium gadgets makes you stand out as a potential target for theft.
Criminals in tourist hotspots frequently exploit social media to monitor visitors who flaunt expensive items online. Even if you exercise caution in person, digital oversharing could undermine your attempts to remain secure, reports Galway Beo.
Thieves may not only set their sights on you while abroad, but also make mental notes of your possessions back home. Ski Vertigo warned: “Displaying expensive items online is like walking around with a sign saying, ‘I am carrying something valuable’. It can attract unwanted attention both abroad and back home.”
If you wish to share photographs, concentrate on scenery, cultural encounters, or cuisine – moments that highlight your travels without broadcasting affluence.
Tagging your location is a major red flag(Image: Thx4Stock via Getty Images)
Real-life consequences
The perils of oversharing while travelling extend beyond mere theory. Countless instances exist of burglars breaking into properties after spotting social media updates confirming the occupants were overseas.
Some travellers have experienced flight disruptions after criminals gained access to booking information through posted boarding passes.
Others have been pursued in real time, with crooks pinpointing their precise whereabouts through geotagged uploads.
In one documented incident, holidaymakers were stalked back to their accommodation after sharing a photograph from a neighbouring establishment – a sobering illustration of how rapidly online details can manifest into real problems. Scammers often exploit overshared details to their benefit.
A simple photograph of a passport or ticket can provide fraudsters with enough information to initiate phishing attacks, impersonate travellers, or deceive family members into sending money through counterfeit “emergency” messages.
One of the most prevalent strategies is dispatching urgent alerts that seem to originate from airlines, hotels or banks. These messages allege there’s a problem with your booking or payment, pressuring you to “confirm” details or re-enter credit card numbers.
Once scammers are aware you’re overseas, these fake alerts become significantly more persuasive – and considerably more risky.
Tips to avoid oversharing blunders
The silver lining is that ensuring safety doesn’t mean you have to cease sharing entirely. Ski Vertigo suggests the following precautions:
Post later, not live – Share your updates after you’ve returned home, or at least postpone uploads until you’ve left a location
Check your privacy settings – Make sure your accounts are set to private and restrict your audience to trusted friends
Avoid geotags and check-ins – Deactivate automatic location services in apps to prevent revealing your whereabouts
Think before you post – Consider if a stranger could use this photo or detail against you
Reserve document photos for private use only – If you need copies of travel documents, store them securely on your phone or in cloud storage, never on a public platform
By steering clear of these three frequent blunders, holidaymakers can still relish capturing their getaway memories while keeping themselves out of danger’s path. Bear in mind – the fewer personal details you broadcast in real time, the more secure your journey will be.
“Travelling should be about relaxation, discovery, and enjoyment,” Ski Vertigo said. “A few simple precautions online can make the difference between a holiday you remember for the right reasons, and one that is overshadowed by problems you could have avoided.”
More and more Brits are choosing to ditch their annual holidays with their family and instead head out for some fun with their friends – from birthdays to honeymoons and wellness resets
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36% of people said they prefer to travel with pals
More and more Brits are ditching the traditional family holiday or romantic getaway to go on breaks with friends, according to new research.
Overall, 36% of people said they preferred to travel with pals than partners or relatives – but that number soared to 60% for Londoners. The study, commissioned by mobile provider giffgaff, found that four is the perfect number of travelling buddies with birthday blowouts (57%) topping the list of reasons Brits want a ‘hunnymoon’.
Wanting some fun (51%), escaping the kids (25%), a chance to focus on health and wellness (19%) and celebrating friendship anniversaries (17%) were also on the list. But though we may opt to travel with friends rather than family, Brits are still keen to keep in touch.
giffgaff found that four is the perfect number of travelling buddies
Around 39% said contacting loved ones at home was the top reason to use mobile data on holiday. Ash Schofield, CEO at giffgaff, said: “It’s clear that as a nation we love to stay connected while abroad and share news and pictures of our holidays with friends and family back home.
“But our research shows that people are rationing or denying themselves data usage while away, which must be quite limiting and frustrating at times. That’s why giffgaff makes sure that members stay connected with up to 5GB of inclusive roaming in 40+ EU and selected destinations at no extra cost. ”
To celebrate the UK’s love of a group getaway and the launch of its new travel data add-ons available in 40+ EU countries and selected destinations, giffgaff is opening a pop-up travel lounge this weekend (August 23 and 24) by the Gatwick Express platform at London Victoria Station.
The survey found that access to a departure lounge was on the holiday wish list for 43% of us, so the Holidata Lounge has been created to get ‘hun-in-the-sun’ fun started early. Perks feature those identified as setting travellers up for the ultimate holiday, including complimentary drinks (56%), free travel treats such as sun cream (50%) and assistance with roaming or mobile data before take-off (23%).
Holidaymakers can also relax in the lounge’s Ball Pool Bar or limber up for their flight with Air-obics sessions Giffgaff customers have priority access to the lounge via an exclusive queue jump.
ONE in three Brits expect to become an unpaid carer – within the next decade on average – but almost half admit they wouldn’t know where to turn for support when the time comes.
A poll, of 2,000 adults, found 62 per cent worry they will have to provide increasing levels of care for elderly parents, or loved ones, as their health declines.
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One in three Brits expect to become an unpaid carerCredit: SWNS
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Artist Colin Davidson with his portrait of selfless carer Jaycee La Bouche – as part of the campaignCredit: SWNS
Yet 46 per cent remain unaware of the services available for those who can no longer leave their homes.
And only 39 per cent are confident that they’ll know where to ask for help.
The research was commissioned by Specsavers Home Visits, as part of its Most Valuable Portrait campaign, which celebrates the unseen role of unpaid carers through a portrait by acclaimed artist Colin Davidson.
Featuring carer Jaycee Le Bouche, the portrait aims to spotlight carers’ selflessness and dedication, and has been symbolically ‘valued’ at £184 billion – the same amount as the invisible care system in the UK – by auction house Roseberys.
Chris Smith, director of Specsavers Home Visits, said: “When a loved one becomes ill, it can turn your life on its head – both practically and emotionally.
“Many people become carers overnight, with no training and little idea where to turn, which can be overwhelming, especially while juggling work and a personal life in tandem.”
The study also revealed two thirds (67 per cent) feel unpaid carers do not receive the recognition or support they deserve – even though their contribution is worth an estimated £184 billion a year to the UK economy, according to Carers UK.
Despite this significant number, almost half (47 per cent) underestimate the contribution of unpaid carers by billions.
When asked what they associated most with being an unpaid carer, 68 per cent pointed to cooking, cleaning and other household tasks.
A further 67 per cent said helping with washing, dressing and mobility is a key responsibility, while 62 per cent believe managing medical appointments – including eye tests and hearing checks – plays a major part.
The research also revealed two in three regularly think about whether they may one day need care themselves.
And 43 per cent said a major life event would be the trigger to begin such conversations with loved ones.
A third (34 per cent) would feel more comfortable discussing future care if they knew what options were available, according to the survey, conducted via OnePoll.
While 29 per cent would be more open if they had a clearer understanding of the financial impact of not planning ahead.
Chris Smith added: “Unpaid carers shouldn’t have to do it alone.
“That’s why we’re doing our bit through our Home Visits service – delivering essential eye and ear care at home to help ease the load and support both carers and those they look after.”
AXA Health physiotherapist Bethany Tomlinson has warned plane plassengers to stop adopting a common sitting position when aboard flights due to the health risks
It’s hard to know how to deal with cramped budget airline seats(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)
When confronted with the unforgiving, padding-light seats on offer on budget airlines such as Ryanair, easyJet and Wizz Air, getting comfy is no mean feat. Particularly when dealing with a seat in front that looms just centimetres away from your knees.
According to AXA Health physiotherapist Bethany Tomlinson, crossing your legs is not the way to go. While it may feel like a polite way to avoid a spot of man-spreading that embraces some of the European sophistication of the destination you may be heading to, Bethany warns that it can lead to joint issues.
Sometimes it can be difficult to get comfy on a flight
“Avoid crossing your legs in your plane seat as this will impact blood flow and increase the risk of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT),” she told Mail Online.
DVT is the formation of a thrombus in a deep vein, which partially or completely obstructs blood flow in that vessel. Travel-related DVT can occur as a result of prolonged immobility during long-distance travel. This results from a combination of factors, including prolonged cramped sitting and seat-edge pressure.
The annual incidence of DVT is estimated to be about 1 in 1000. However, the risk of developing DVT is increased two to fourfold after long-haul flights of more than four hours, according to NICE. Most clots are small and do not cause symptoms.
For healthy people, the risk is estimated to be one event in 4,656 to 6,000 flights over four hours in length.
One of the best ways to lower your risk of DVT is to keep your legs elevated and choose different relaxing positions. Bethany suggests keeping your legs slightly elevated using the footrest on the seat in front of you.
This can help lower the risk of DVT, while also decreasing the chance that you’ll arrive on holiday with stiff knees – something that blights the lives of one in three Brits.
The pros at Netflights have also shared their top tips for making that long-haul journey a tad more bearable. One of their key recommendations is to rise from your seat and take a stroll every one to three hours. Make a deliberate effort to move about frequently during your flight.
Even something as simple as walking to the loo or standing up for a stretch can help keep you feeling sprightly and prevent stiffness, which is particularly vital on flights exceeding four hours. Stretching is another crucial aspect, and you can do this right from your seat. Gently roll your neck from side to side, rotate your shoulders forwards and backwards, and carefully twist your spine.
There are a lot of things to remember while preparing for a holiday – but the NHS has urged all travellers to book in with their GP ahead of their travels in order to stay safe
There are a few important things to remember when preparing for a holiday(Image: Getty Images)
While booking a holiday can be exciting, travellers are warned to check with their GPs before jetting off in order to stay safe. Going on holiday requires a lot of planning, making sure your passport is in date, sorting arrangements for your stay and remembering your SPF but also it’s crucial to make sure you are vaccinated if heading to certain countries.
Brits are being warned to double-check their vaccinations at least six weeks before going away, as they have to be done ahead of time to allow your body to build an immunity against viruses and diseases abroad.
The NHS recommends booking in with their doctor to avoid falling unwell while on holiday and health experts from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) advise people to check if they need to take any preventative measures.
The UKHSA urged: “Ideally travellers should consult their GP, practice nurse, pharmacist, or travel clinic at least four to six weeks before their trip for individual advice, travel vaccines and malaria prevention tablets, if relevant for their destination.”
Travellers can also use the TravelHealthPro website which offers country-specific advice giving vaccine recommendations as well as active health risks at each destination.
NHS vaccinations include MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella), polio, meningitis, hepatitis and tetanus which all adults and children should be up to date with – as these infections can be more prevalent in some countries.
In a recent report by UKHSA, it indicated a rise in travel-associated fever cases in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and a total of 702 instances of cases – including typhoid and paratyphoid infections – were reported in 2024, compared to 645 cases in 2023. These are preventable illnesses that are transmitted through contaminated food or water, and the majority of cases caught during travel to regions with poor sanitation.
Brits heading abroad can A free free typhoid vaccination is available at local GP surgeries for British travellers heading abroad, but there are no existing jabs paratyphoid.
It’s also important to note that some countries require proof of vaccination (for example, for polio or yellow fever vaccination), which must be documented on an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) before you enter or when you leave a country.
The coastline of Alicante has been placed under a red alert for hot temperatures from midday today (August 18) until the evening, while the region of Vega del Segura is also under a red alert
A rare red weather warning has been put in place today(Image: Getty Images)
British holidaymakers in Alicante and Benidorm are facing a rare red weather warning, with scorching temperatures set to hit 42C today (Monday, August 18).
The Alicante coastline and Vega del Segura region, encompassing Murcia city, have been slapped with a red alert for extreme heat from midday through to evening.
The extreme heat alert has been put in place right through to this evening
Yellow warnings have been issued for central and northeastern Spain, reports the Manchester Evening News. Whilst conditions won’t be quite as blistering here, temperatures are still forecast to climb into the high 30s.
Similar sweltering conditions are anticipated across the Balearic Islands. Ibiza, Formentera and northern Majorca are under amber heat warnings, with peaks of 39C predicted.
Menorca faces a yellow alert and could see the thermometer hit 36C. No warnings are currently in place for the country’s northwest. Looking ahead to Monday, August 18, Aemet forecasters said: “Significant drop in temperatures in the northwestern half of the Iberian Peninsula.
“They will remain significantly high in the southeastern half, as well as in parts of the Balearic and Canary Islands, reaching 40 degrees in the Guadalquivir and low-pressure areas in the southeast.”
Areas in the north east could experience downpours and thunderstorms, especially close to the Pyrenees. Majorca stays under a yellow heat alert, with temperatures reaching 36C predicted, whilst the Mediterranean coastline will continue to swelter.
Looking ahead to Tuesday, Aemet stated: “A significant drop in temperatures will occur in the southeastern and eastern parts of the Iberian Peninsula.
“However, temperatures will remain significantly high in parts of the Mediterranean peninsula, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands. Showers and thunderstorms will be locally heavy with very strong gusts in the Pyrenees, the eastern Iberian Peninsula, and areas in between.”
Brits heading on Ibiza holidays to enjoy the island’s world-famous clubs, bars and boat parties are being warned of a simple scam that’s leaving them out of pocket
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Brits are being sold bogus tickets and packages(Image: Daily Mirror)
Brits heading to Ibiza this summer to make the most of its epic boat parties are being warned of a common scam that could leave them out of pocket, staring at an empty dock.
Ibiza Town is famous for its epic nightlife from the packed clubs and bars to boat parties where revellers can soak up the views and sunshine while listening to live music and DJ sets. However, one insider has warned that Brits planning Spain holidays should stay vigilant when trying to make the most of the atmosphere.
“Living in Ibiza opened my eyes to how sophisticated these scams have become.” He said. “The operators know exactly what buttons to push with British tourists, so they’ll promise VIP treatment, exclusive access, or once-in-a-lifetime experiences. But there are always telltale signs if you know what to look for.”
He adds that boat party scams “have exploded in recent years”. Fraudsters set up websites and social media pages to promote incredible events complete with celebrity DJs, unlimited drinks and VIP packages. Only, these events are completely made up; when people turn up to the docks or venues, there’s nothing there.
James warned: “These scammers are getting smarter with their online presence. They’ll steal photos from legitimate boat parties and create convincing websites. But when you turn up at the supposed departure point, there’s no boat – and no refund.”
Brits are being warned of ‘bogus’ boat parties(Image: ,Humphrey Nemar)
He urged Brits to keep an eye out for red flags such as vague meeting locations, requests for full payment upfront via bank transfer, and reluctance to provide official booking confirmations or company registration details.
It’s also worth noting that in recent years, Ibiza officials have introduced strict rules around boat parties in a bid to crackdown on unruly tourists. This includes a ban on party boats sailing within one nautical mile of a number of towns on the island, with captains also prevented from picking up and disembarking passengers in the regions.
Other common scams according to James include approaching tourists with ‘discounted’ tickets to clubs such as Pacha or Amnesia.
“They’ll show you what looks like a genuine ticket and claim they can’t use it,” he explained. “The story is always the same: they’re leaving the island early, their friend cancelled, or they double-booked. But these tickets are either completely fake or already used.”
If they won’t let you check the ticket or refuse to provide contact details, be wary. They may also use high pressure tactics such as telling you someone else is interested.
Meanwhile if you’re promised unlimited drinks and queue skips, proceed with caution, especially if you’re being approached in the street. “The legitimate venues don’t work this way,” James pointed out. “Real clubs sell their own packages through official channels. These street sellers are either selling fake vouchers or massively overcharging for basic entry.”
Spain has been hit by a heatwave with the mercury hitting 32C in Seville this week and highs of 35C in Madrid and 31C in Barcelona. The UK has also been issued a yellow heat health warning
Brits to be careful when travelling to Spain this summer(Image: Anadolu via Getty Images)
Holidaymakers heading to Spain have been urged to take “extreme precautions” as the country swelters under blistering heat that will leave Brits reeling. Temperatures have soared to 32C in Seville this week, with Madrid hitting highs of 35C and Barcelona reaching 31C.
Summer in Spain always sounds like a great idea, but with the temperatures reaching the 35C mark, holidaymakers wishing to spend a couple of days in the hot peninsula might want to be careful.
Spain’s State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), equivalent to Britain’s Met Office, warned: “The danger of wildfires continues at very high or extreme levels in most of Spain, despite the likelihood of showers in many areas. We are at the most critical moment of the season. Take extreme precautions.” In other travel news, it comes after a warning to Brit tourists planning all-inclusive holidays to Spain.
It’s getting hot in Spain: Temperatures will therefore continue to reach 37-39C(Image: Anadolu via Getty Images)
The country has issued a rare “red” emergency alert with the “maximum” threat facing UK tourists, reports Birmingham Live.
AEMET posted on X: “11/08 11:36 Active warnings today and tomorrow in Spain for maximum temperatures, storms, rain, and suspended dust. Maximum warning level: red. This, combined with the high level of sunshine typical of summer, is causing temperatures to be higher than usual for this time of year, resulting in a heat wave.”
“[Today, Monday] temperatures are expected to rise further in the Ebro basin, the southern and eastern thirds of the Iberian Peninsula, and the eastern Cantabrian Sea. Temperatures will begin to fall in the northwest, most noticeably in Galicia.”
It continued: “Temperatures will therefore continue to reach 37-39C across the interior of the Iberian Peninsula, also extending to the Júcar and Segura regions and the interior of the Basque Country, where temperatures could even exceed 40C locally.”
“In the lower Guadalquivir, highs could reach over 42C, and although with low probability, this threshold could also be exceeded in the Ebro Valley and the northeastern depressions, where this day is expected to be the hottest of the episode.”
Meanwhile, a yellow heat health warning has been issued for the UK as most areas have seen the mercury soar past 30C. This is the fourth summer heatwave, with England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland all experiencing blistering temperatures.
A number of water companies were compelled to impose hosepipe bans for activities such as watering gardens, washing cars and filling paddling pools.
TRAITORS star Harry Clark has broken his silence after being booted off SAS: Who Dares Wins for cheating.
It was a humbling moment for the ex-Army lad, who has now admitted he “hated” his time on the Channel 4 show.
Directing staff Billy Billingham and Jason Fox caught Harry out performing only 10 burpee exercises when he’d been challenged to do 20 – then lied about it.
He was meant to complete the set before pulling a switch.
Harry said: “Obviously I was so disheartened and so annoyed, but at the same time in the back of my head I was like, ‘but it’s all right though because I’ve made that switch, I’m here to stay’.
“I did exactly what I would do in the military.
“And that’s what annoyed me so much because it was like I just hit that switch, but they’d kicked me off for it.
“So it was like, well then how can I prove to you now that I’ve changed?
“But then at the same time, when I look back on it and I’ve matured a lot now, they’ve probably done me a favour because I know that the next big stage was the interrogation phase.”
Travel experts have warned Brits of a number of elaborate scams that could see you handing over your personal details or payment information when applying for a visa
