Far-right activist Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was detained at Heathrow airport under counter-terrorism laws. His phones were seized under the Counter-Terrorism Border Security Act 2019.
Heathrow Airport train services (Heathrow Express, Elizabeth Line, Piccadilly Line) halted due to burst water main and planned engineering works, causing delays, with passengers facing long queues and lack of information.
The UK has recorded its hottest May day on record, with temperatures reaching nearly 35C. The heatwave is affecting Europe, with heat health alerts issued and concerns raised about mortality rates and the need for adaptation measures.
London Heathrow Airport recorded 33.5°C, a new May temperature record for the UK. This heatwave has led to event cancellations and water supply issues, with similar record-breaking temperatures reported across Europe.
Heathrow Airport may face competition from rival firms to build its third runway and new terminal under proposals by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to control construction costs and serve consumer interests.
