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Simon Calder's Independent Travel Podcast

Simon Calder is the Independent’s travel correspondent, the UK’s leading travel journalist. From news updates to discussions with experts, Simon Calder's Independent Travel Podcast will bring you all ... Read more

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December 18th - Calder's Christmas Chaos

December 18th - Calder's Christmas Chaos

A week before Christmas Day, and the strains in the UK’s transport industry are showing. I’m in a long security queue at... Read more

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December 15th - How school closures create Christmas chaos for your holidays

December 15th - How school closures create Christmas chaos for your holidays

Last year one in 25 children at school in England was taken out of school for a holiday – resulting in a £60 fine for pa... Read more

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