The British Foreign Office (FCDO) updated its travel advice for Egypt, urging people to avoid travel to certain areas of the country, as well as to avoid non-essential travel to other areas, due to ongoing security risks and regional tensions
"Shining the spotlight on our outstanding tourism": English Tourism Week runs from March 13–22, celebrating the tourism sector’s role in jobs, communities, and economic growth across England; the government plans to attract 50 million visitors a year by 2030
The UK has temporarily withdrawn embassy staff dependents from the UAE after Iranian missile and drone attacks on Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Diplomatic missions remain open
FCDO warns against travel to Cuba, Egypt, and parts of Lebanon, confirms Bahrain staff withdrawal, and alerts Brits to Maldives flight disruption linked to Middle East airspace closures. Cuban airports are out of fuel; Canadian carriers and LATAM have suspended services to Cuba; Air France will suspend flights between Paris and Havana from March 29 to June 14; Beirut airport remains open
With Gulf airspace closed, British nationals in Israel, Bahrain, Qatar, and UAE must register with FCDO for updates and read the official guide on staying safe indoors and seeking shelter: "Remain indoors in a secure location, avoid all travel and follow instructions from the local authorities"
Cold Weather Payments recipients in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland are entitled to a payment for each week of extreme cold between November 2025 and March 2026; there is no need to apply to receive the benefits
Travelers to the UK must have a valid ETA from February 2026. Most applications are processed in minutes via the official app. Since October 2023, 13.3 million visitors have used the ETA system
The Home Office announces up to £10 million funding increase for the protection of Jewish institutions, synagogues, schools, and community centers. This move aims to reduce risks, strengthen deterrence, and support ongoing security efforts across the kingdom following last month's attack in Manchester
