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England schools smartphone ban starts on 29 June 2026, giving legal force to phone-free school guidance. Here is what changes for pupils, parents, teachers, exemptions and school rules.

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What changes under the England schools smartphone ban from 29 June, and how will it affect pupils

Heathrow Gatwick thunderstorm flight delays hit hundreds of flights as storms force air traffic restrictions, cancellations and long waits across London airports after the UK heatwave.

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Heathrow Gatwick thunderstorm flight delays: hundreds of flights hit as storms disrupt UK airspace

Heat wave grips Britain after record June temperatures, with weather forecast heatwave warnings, extreme heat weather warning London alerts, travel disruption and July weather risks.

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Heat wave: Britain faces extreme heat warning as July weather pattern shifts after record June temperatures

Extreme high temperature warning disrupts UK trains from 23 to 26 June as Network Rail, Northern, LNER, GWR, c2c and EMR cut services, impose speed limits and urge passengers to check train times.

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Why are UK trains delayed as extreme high temperature warning hits Britain this week

Will schools close if too hot? UK parents face 38C heat, amber alerts and classroom safety checks as DfE says schools should normally stay open unless local risks become unsafe.

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Will Schools Close If Too Hot? What Parents Need To Know As Britain Faces 38C June Heatwave

Amazon Prime Day 2026: best early deals before 23 June

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Amazon Prime Day 2026: best early deals before the four-day UK sale starts

UK weather forecast from 16 June to 1 July: London may see highs near 30C, while Scotland and Northern Ireland stay more changeable. Met Office warns of heat, humidity, rain and pollen.

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UK weather forecast: heat returns from 16 June as London faces hotter spell and the north stays changeable

UK school enrichment activities funding: £132.5m backs after-school clubs, sport, arts, STEM and community programmes as ministers link real-world support to online safety. Ofsted will track offers.

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How will UK school enrichment activities funding change clubs, sport, arts and online isolation?

Father's Day UK 2026 falls on Sunday 21 June. See the best gifts by price, top card messages, delivery deadlines and where to order before the Thursday 18 June cut-off. Full UK guide here.

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Father's Day UK 2026: Best Gifts, Top Messages and Where to Order Before Sunday 21 June

Royal Ascot 2026 runs 16-20 June at Ascot Racecourse: dates, race times, dress codes, ticket prices, Gold Cup Day, Bright Tomato style and best trains from London, The Times reports.

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Royal Ascot 2026: Dates, Dress Code, Race Times, Bright Tomato and the Smart Way There from London

What time is Eddie Hall vs Tommy Fury? UK ring walks, DAZN start time, AO Arena details, rules, weight gap, undercard and how to watch Misfits Boxing in Manchester tonight.

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What time is Eddie Hall vs Tommy Fury? UK ring walks, DAZN start time and full Manchester fight guide

Retirement savings anxiety is rising as 39% of retirees avoid spending their money. Experts warn underspending can damage quality of life, family plans and financial confidence.

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Why Are Retirees Afraid to Spend Their Savings After Decades of Planning

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