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National & Local

More British teenagers stranded abroad as result of new rules on dual nationals

New Home Office rules require British dual nationals to present specific documentation for re-entry, causing teenagers to become stranded abroad.

Mar 21 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

British schoolgirl stranded in Denmark after return flight blocked over UK border rules

A British schoolgirl was stranded in Denmark after being denied boarding due to new UK border rules affecting dual nationals.

Mar 19 β€’ 13:31 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ Novinky.cz
Crime & Justice

Two Britons faked kidnapping to extend their vacation in Spain

Two British nationals staged a kidnapping to prolong their holiday in Spain.

Mar 19 β€’ 13:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

British nationals fleeing Middle East war set to pass 100,000 as conflict rages on

The number of British nationals fleeing the war in the Middle East is set to surpass 100,000, according to the UK Foreign Secretary.

Mar 17 β€’ 14:01 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Brits fleeing Dubai warn of the dark propaganda 'hiding reality of war'

British nationals escaping Dubai claim the government is using dark propaganda to obscure the reality of war, particularly concerning Iranian missile threats, while enforcing strict rules on social media reporting.

Mar 14 β€’ 16:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Home Office U-turn will let some dual nationals use EU passport to enter UK

The UK Home Office has changed its policy, allowing certain dual nationals to enter the UK using their EU passport instead of requiring a British passport.

Mar 14 β€’ 14:15 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Wealthy British nationals fleeing Gulf conflict bypass UK to avoid tax bills

Wealthy British nationals affected by the Gulf conflict are relocating to countries like Ireland and France to evade tax liabilities while waiting for the situation to stabilize.

Mar 14 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Brits face JAIL if caught sharing images of Dubai missile damage as man arrested

British nationals in the UAE are warned against sharing images of missile damage related to the ongoing conflict, following the arrest of a tourist for violating strict cyber-crime laws.

Mar 13 β€’ 11:40 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Crime & Justice

Attacker 'offered free sex with Brit, 18, to strangers in Magaluf hotel corridor'

Three men have been convicted for their involvement in a sexual assault case involving an 18-year-old British woman in Magaluf, with the attackers initially facing up to 151 years in prison but settling for a reduced sentence of 73 years after pleading guilty.

Mar 9 β€’ 20:41 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
World

Serious restrictions hit attempts to airlift Brits out of Middle East

Efforts to airlift British nationals out of the Middle East are facing significant challenges due to airspace restrictions amid a regional conflict.

Mar 7 β€’ 17:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

All you need to know as FCDO Turkey warning issued after seven Brits die

The UK Foreign Office has issued a travel warning after seven British nationals died in Turkey following medical procedures.

Mar 6 β€’ 13:20 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Iran war chaos as Brits face race against time for evacuation from Middle East

The UK government has initiated evacuation flights for British nationals trapped in the Middle East due to escalating conflicts, with over 140,000 citizens registered for help.

Mar 6 β€’ 13:08 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Delayed UK rescue flight takes off from Oman with British nationals

A charter flight evacuating British nationals from Oman to the UK has taken off amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 5 β€’ 15:12 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

British Airways announces extra flight in Oman for stranded Brits in Middle East

British Airways has arranged an additional flight from Muscat, Oman, to London Heathrow for British nationals stranded in the Middle East due to ongoing conflicts.

Mar 5 β€’ 13:53 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Brits in Dubai urged to 'move indoors' and shelter

The British Embassy in Dubai has called on British nationals to seek shelter indoors as tensions in the Middle East rise.

Mar 5 β€’ 13:06 UTC
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National & Local

Namibia: Two British Nationals Die in Light Aircraft in Namib Desert

Two British nationals died in a light aircraft crash in the Namib Desert while conducting wildlife research.

Mar 5 β€’ 12:25 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Four arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran, Met Police

Four men, including one Iranian and three dual British/Iranian nationals, were arrested in London on suspicion of conducting surveillance for Iran, according to the Metropolitan Police.

Mar 4 β€’ 12:46 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Brits warned 'do not travel' to Kuwait as Middle East conflict escalates

The British Foreign Office has issued a travel advisory urging citizens not to visit Kuwait due to escalating conflicts in the Middle East.

Mar 4 β€’ 10:51 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

UK government set to start flights back from Middle East as cancellations near 10,000

The UK government is set to initiate repatriation flights for British nationals in Oman due to ongoing travel disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East, with flights cancellations nearing 10,000.

Mar 4 β€’ 10:02 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Oman flight: Commercial plane chartered by government to bring Brits home

The UK government is organizing a chartered flight to evacuate British nationals from Oman amid escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 4 β€’ 03:35 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
World

UK will charter flights from Oman to evacuate Britons from region amid Iran strikes

The UK government plans to charter flights from Oman to evacuate British nationals due to escalating tensions and strikes from Iran.

Mar 3 β€’ 14:10 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

BREAKING: UK charter flight to take off 'in coming days' to evacuate Brits

The UK is set to launch a charter flight from Muscat, Oman, to evacuate British nationals as the Foreign Office continues to communicate with expatriates in the region.

Mar 3 β€’ 12:39 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
World

Iran war: How stranded Brits are trying to flee missile and drone strikes

Limited flights are being organized to help stranded British nationals leave the Middle East due to missile and drone strikes from Iran's leadership.

Mar 3 β€’ 10:01 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

BBC travel expert says 'register yourself' to anyone affected by Middle East war

A BBC travel expert emphasizes the need for British nationals impacted by the Middle East conflict to register with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office for updated information.

Mar 3 β€’ 09:48 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Stranded Britons in Middle East - what you need to know as charter flights announced

The UK government has announced charter flights to repatriate British nationals stranded in the Middle East amid escalating conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran.

Mar 3 β€’ 09:31 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Global News
Crime & Justice

3 foreign nationals charged after extortion shootings in B.C. and Alberta

Three foreign nationals have been charged following a series of related shootings and extortion incidents in British Columbia and Alberta.

Mar 3 β€’ 00:02 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Former GMB star details 'unsettling' time as they’re stranded in Dubai

A former star of Good Morning Britain shares their unsettling experiences while stranded in Dubai amidst ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and concerns for British nationals' evacuations.

Mar 2 β€’ 07:48 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Foreign Office starts planning evacuation of thousands of Britons in Middle East

The UK's Foreign Office is preparing to evacuate tens of thousands of British nationals from the Middle East amid escalating tensions, primarily affecting travelers stranded in Dubai.

Mar 1 β€’ 19:43 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Hundreds of thousands of Brits trapped in Middle East as evacuations planned

Hundreds of thousands of British nationals are stranded in the Middle East amid escalating tensions and imminent evacuation plans.

Mar 1 β€’ 17:39 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
World

Brits in Middle East urged to register presence with foreign office amid Iran strikes

The UK government is advising British nationals in the Middle East to register with the foreign office due to escalating violence following recent strikes from Iran.

Mar 1 β€’ 15:50 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Dubai attack fears: Is it safe in popular Gulf state in wake of Iran attacks?

Concerns grow over safety in Dubai after Iranian retaliation strikes threaten British nationals and increased tensions in the region.

Feb 28 β€’ 17:09 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
World

The United Kingdom evacuates all its personnel from Iran

The UK has withdrawn all its personnel from Iran due to security concerns, while advising British nationals against travel to the country.

Feb 27 β€’ 15:24 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Foreign Office warns about Turkey after seven Brits die

The UK Foreign Office has issued warnings regarding travel to Turkey following the deaths of seven British nationals after medical procedures.

Feb 27 β€’ 10:56 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

British-Danish couple say new UK passport rules may separate them from children

A British-Danish couple fears they may be separated from their children at Copenhagen airport due to new UK passport rules affecting dual nationals.

Feb 26 β€’ 14:52 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Home Office denies β€˜absurd’ criticism over rule change that could leave dual nationals stranded

The UK Home Office has rejected claims of inadequate communication regarding new border rules that may prevent some British dual nationals from returning to the UK.

Feb 26 β€’ 08:23 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

British dual nationals risk imminent refusal of travel to UK, Home Office affirms

The UK government has confirmed that British dual nationals may be barred from entering the country if they do not present the appropriate documentation starting Wednesday.

Feb 24 β€’ 16:32 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Five beautiful countries that will pay Brits up to Β£70,000 to move there

This article discusses five countries offering financial incentives for British nationals to relocate, highlighting the potential benefits of moving abroad.

Feb 24 β€’ 14:35 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Dual nationals who don't have British passport could be denied UK entry

Under new rules, British dual nationals without a British passport will face entry restrictions to the UK starting February 25, 2026.

Feb 24 β€’ 13:58 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Brits could be banned from buying homes in these parts of Spain

Proposed legislation in the Balearic Islands of Spain seeks to prevent non-residents, particularly British nationals, from purchasing property.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:37 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

New passport rule from Wednesday means UK citizens 'could be refused boarding'

New border rules in the UK could prevent around 1.2 million dual nationals from boarding flights if they do not carry a British passport or qualify for an exemption.

Feb 23 β€’ 11:53 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Foreign Office issues 'stay indoors' alert for Brits heading to holiday hotspot

The UK Foreign Office has issued a 'stay indoors' alert for British nationals in Mexico, advising them to exercise extreme caution following increased violence linked to the killing of a major drug cartel leader.

Feb 23 β€’ 10:23 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Lib Dems call on home secretary to delay new dual national border rules

The Liberal Democrats are urging the home secretary to postpone new border regulations that could bar British dual nationals from entering the UK.

Feb 22 β€’ 16:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

New rule on Wednesday for a million Brits means new passport or Β£589 fee

New regulations will require some dual British nationals to obtain a new passport or pay a Β£589 fee to enter the UK starting February 25, 2026.

Feb 21 β€’ 20:56 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Dual nationals could use expired UK passports to prove they are British, Home Office says

British dual nationals may use expired UK passports to prove their citizenship under new immigration rules requiring British passports for entry into the UK.

Feb 19 β€’ 13:03 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

New UK passport rules starting next week as huge Β£589 charge introduced

New passport rules in the UK will require dual nationals to possess a British passport or pay Β£589 for a certificate of entitlement, effective February 25.

Feb 19 β€’ 08:36 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Ryanair may let dual nationals board UK flights without a British passport

Ryanair plans to allow British dual nationals to board flights to the UK without a British passport, despite new immigration rules requiring such documentation.

Feb 18 β€’ 10:33 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Could dual nationals without a British passport be stopped at the border?

New rules will require UK dual nationals without a British passport to present alternative documentation to enter the UK, effective from 25 February.

Feb 17 β€’ 17:27 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Some UK citizens 'need new passport or pay Β£589' after major border change on February 25, 2026

UK citizens, especially dual nationals, will need to obtain a British passport or pay Β£589 for a certificate due to new border regulations effective February 25, 2026.

Feb 17 β€’ 11:56 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

New UK border rules for dual nationals are discriminatory against women, campaigners say

Campaigners argue that new UK border rules requiring British dual nationals to present a UK passport discriminate against women, particularly those married to foreign nationals.

Feb 16 β€’ 13:00 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ South China Morning Post
National & Local

China allows visa-free entry to British, Canadian nationals

China has announced visa-free entry for nationals of Canada and Britain, excluding the United States, starting from Tuesday and valid until the end of the year.

Feb 15 β€’ 10:24 UTC

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