Passport Costs: The UK has set official adult passport renewal/replacement fees for 2026, with online applications costing £102 and paper forms £115.50. Rail Safety Campaign: Crimestoppers Scotland has teamed up with BTP, Network Rail and ScotRail to tackle sexual harassment on trains, including an anonymous reporting line. Travel Tech for Holidays: Thomas Cook is partnering with Kolet to include a free 1GB eSIM data top-up for package customers (redeem link sent before departure; 48-hour limit). Family Travel Perks: Stagecoach is rolling out free bus travel for children aged 5-15 across August under the Great British Summer Savings scheme. Heat & Weather Watch: The Met Office warns slow-moving thunderstorms could bring heavy rain and flash-flood risk in parts of Northern Ireland, with travel disruption possible. UK Travel Security: The MoD has launched an interactive “Spot the Sniper” challenge as part of its Respect the Range push to prevent people wandering onto live training areas. Cruise Bookings: Holland America Line has opened bookings for expanded 2028 Europe sailings, including more Norway, Spain, Ireland and the Netherlands calls. Overseas Entry Rules: Oman has introduced visa-free entry for up to 14 days for citizens of 100+ countries/territories, with specific passport, return, insurance and eligibility conditions. Local Disruption: Tamworth Borough Council has approved a ban on entering Borrowpit Lake, with permission required for specific groups. Crime & Safety Abroad: Two British women have been arrested in Ibiza after a hotel brawl left both injured and blood found in common areas.