Birmingham Airport runway temporarily closed due to ‘aircraft incident'
The airport first shared details of the incident shortly after 2.40pm on Wednesday.
Details of what kind of aircraft was involved have not yet been disclosed.
In a statement on X, Birmingham Airport said: 'Following an aircraft incident, the runway is temporarily closed.
'We apologise for the inconvenience this will cause.
'We will keep passengers already at the airport informed and those due to travel later today are advised to check the status of their flight before coming to the airport.
'We will continue to issue updates when we can.'
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Three top hotels yards from Bournemouth beach being used as migrant accommodation sparking fury from tourists & locals
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'Scared to walk around' She told The Sun: 'I don't think they should be in hotels like that if they've come here illegally. "That they're on the seaside makes me cross. It makes me scared to walk around at night when we've paid so much to come somewhere nice. 'If they're trying to escape a warzone, then I understand why genuine asylum seekers would come here. "But the hotels for people who aren't here legally are a waste of money, especially if they cross from France, because it's a safe country. 'The billions on this are taking away money from the NHS — which I need because I haven't been well.' First migrants detained under Starmer's 'one-in-one-out' deal with France as MORE boats arrive in UK Stewart Brown, 34, and Philip Finch, 75, from Cambridge, said putting an asylum hotel by the seaside could scare off young families. PE teacher Stewart said: 'It doesn't sit nicely with me. We've spent about £1,200 to come here. Before I came down, my dad made me aware of the asylum hotels. 'I think if you were staying around there you might feel uneasy about it, especially if you have young children. 'I suppose if you start seeing reviews saying that the crime rate around this area is increasing, I think it would be blocking people coming into the area on holiday.' Bournemouth — along with the rest of the country — is paying the price for Labour's massive failures Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp Retired grandfather Peter Morris, 76, on holiday from Peterborough, said: 'I don't agree with people coming over but they have to go somewhere. It's not good. They're expensive hotels. "The amount we're spending is a big number. You'd think those in power would always go for the cheapest option.' Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp told The Sun: 'Bournemouth's tourist trade is being put at risk by the Government. 'There are now more illegal immigrants in hotels than when Labour came to office and this year so far has been the worst ever for Channel crossings. 'Labour promised to smash the gangs and end hotel use. 'Both promises lie in tatters and Bournemouth — along with the rest of the country — is paying the price for Labour's massive failures.' 9 Earlier this year local Labour MP Tom Hayes blasted the situation, telling Parliament: 'Bournemouth hotels cost the taxpayer eye-watering sums and everyone is stuck in a situation that nobody wants.' The Bournemouth Area Hospitality Association told The Sun that the Government's choice to use hotels in the town for asylum seeker accommodation was 'disappointing'. But hotelier Rosie Radwell, who is chair of the BAHA, claimed: 'Bournemouth and the South Coast remain a wonderful destination for visitors, and holidaymakers should rest assured of high standards and a warm welcome.' Yesterday The Sun caught an asylum seeker working as a Just Eat delivery rider near to one hotel — despite Labour promising a crackdown on illegal working. The Chine boasts a sauna, jacuzzi and swimming pool but it is understood the amenities were closed when migrants arrived. It now has a security guard at the entrance and parking spaces coned off for bikes suspected to be used by illegal workers. A nearby apartment owner said: 'There have been knife fights, armed police outside. I think this will ruin tourism for so many, which is what the town relies on.' 9 9 Volunteer group Safeguard Force plans to start patrols next week to tackle violence and anti-social behaviour. Dorset Police said it was not endorsed by the force and must operate within the law. A Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council spokesman said: 'The council carefully monitors the use of asylum hotels and the impact on our services, community safety and the local economy.' The region's Destination Management Board said: 'Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole have over 450 hotels and guesthouses. 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The Independent
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- The Independent
Cancer survivor wins £1m EuroMillions prize after battling illness
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