Santa's Grotto on Queen Street in Cardiff city centre had “limited applicants” for the role.

The Skegness Christmas market was due to take place on Saturday at Tower Gardens.

Organisers say the event will be back with something "bigger and better" in the future.

There have been concerns congestion in Belfast might deter shoppers and visitors in the run up to Christmas.

Disabled drivers now have access to city centre for festive markets while other traffic is banned.

It is understood a number of councillors raised concerns about the plans for the fayre in Ballyclare this weekend.

Community groups say they are being asked to put plans in place for terrorism, bombs and drones.

Manchester's Christmas Markets return for its 26th year, set across nine sites in the city.