Aviation Disruption: Emirates EK31, en route Dubai to London Heathrow, diverted to Frankfurt after a medical emergency onboard, with the aircraft expected to continue to Heathrow later the same day. Hotel Safety: An independent review into a Travelodge Maidenhead assault says room-access security was “fundamentally failed” and “not fit for purpose,” after a man wrongly obtained a key card and entered a guest’s room. UK Travel Security: Counter-terror police arrested a 27-year-old dual UK-Iranian man in London over a suspected plot linked to RAF Fairford; five other men arrested near the base remain on bail as officials consider possible foreign-state involvement. Brexit/Europe: Andy Burnham said the UK could eventually rejoin the EU, weighing options from customs union/single market to “all the way” return. Overseas Costs for Brits: Spain proposes steep tax surcharges on empty homes—50% after two years and 100% after three—plus higher charges for holiday lets in pressured areas. UK Tourism & Events: Visit York revealed finalists for its 2027 Tourism Awards, while Cardiff Half 2027 ballot entries opened for runners. Travel Trade & Destinations: Electra Kefalonia appoints Penny Naoum to boost UK sales and trade representation ahead of its 2027 expansion. Airline Capacity: British Airways extends daily Gatwick–Antigua flights into April 2027, adding 3,000+ seats as UK demand grows. Scam Warning: A new roundup highlights how AI and impersonation are making UK scams harder to spot, urging simple checks before paying.