Squid Game lookalike signs have been popping up around the UK, but police are reassuring that the signs have nothing to do with the popular Netflix series.
Thames Valley Police had to issue a statement yesterday after confusion over road work signs on the M4 hold an uncanny resemblance the ones shown on series 'Squid Game'. The diversion signs have been spotted across the UK, including in Leeds city centre.
The road signs feature a triangle, square and circle in a row and have been linked to the popular series Squid Games, but outside of the Korean dystopian-thriller, they mean something completely different.
In the UK, the signage relate to roadwork diversions used to direct lorries while their normal routes are closed.
Thames Valley Police took to Twitter to confirm this earlier in the week. The statement said:
"Evening all,
So, We can confirm that by following this signage from the M4 Junction 5 in @TVP_Slough will not lead you to the popular @netflix series #SquidGame.
It’s just directions for diversion routes during the roadworks…phew!"
This roadwork sign was used to illustrate the Thames Valley Police's reassurance matches the same one that people have been confused about in Leeds. / Image: Thames Valley Police
Leeds is currently undergoing a number of road layout changes, including on the inner ring road and Regent Street, which explains the number of the so-called 'Squid Game' signs across the city centre.
The increase in people spotting the signs is presumably down to synchronicity. The popular show is officially the 'most popular debut Netflix has ever released' according to the company and has been viewed by over 111,000,000 members since its launch less than a month ago.
The Korean dystopian-survival thriller depicts a group of indebted people that are tricked into a deadly tournament of children's games to win a huge cash prize but many come back after realising the chance of death may be their only way to survive financially.
Luckily, the mysterious signs are not bringing any gory Squid Games to life in Leeds.
Leeds United fans looking for a crisp pre-match pint, you're in luck.
Why? Because new data has revealed Leeds United as one of the Premier League clubs offering the cheapest pints in their stadium
And it's all down to credit card provider Zable, who analysed the average price of a pint at every Premier League stadium.
You'll be glad to know that Leeds United ranked a very respectable eighth among the Premier League teams with the cheapest pre-match pints, with fans paying an average £5.60 at Elland Road.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
However, supporters can currently get a cheaper drink at pubs around the stadium, where the average pint costs £4.74.
Ipswich Town have the cheapest pint at £3.50, followed by Coventry at £3.60 and Hull City at £3.90.
The top 10 cheapest stadium match day pints:
Ipswich (£3.50)
Coventry (£3.60)
Hull City (£3.90)
Liverpool (£4.80)
Sunderland (£5.00)
Everton (£5.50)
Newcastle United (£5.60)
Leeds United (£5.60)
Bournemouth (£5.60)
Brighton & Hove Albion (£5.80)
Adam McAllister at Zable says: "For many fans, grabbing a pint before kick-off is part and parcel of the matchday experience, but our research shows that where you choose to drink can make a noticeable difference to the price. While stadium pints are often assumed to be more expensive, that's not always the case.
"With the cost of attending football continuing to add up, from tickets and travel to food and drinks, small differences like these can make a real impact on the overall cost of a matchday. Taking a little time to compare prices before heading to the stadium this season could help fans make their money go further, whether they choose to have a pint at the pub or inside the ground."
Leeds Bradford Airport workers to strike over half term, as industrial action escalates in dispute over pay
Clementine Hall
Strikes by almost 130 workers at Leeds Bradford Airport are set to escalate.
If you're planning on catching a flight from Leeds Bradford Airport, then you may want to double check the date.
Last week it was announced that workers were set to strike and bring the airport to complete standstill in a dispute over pay.
Today it has been announced that thestrikes are set to escalate and a second set of strikes have been announced.
The Unite members planning on going on strike are a mixture of air traffic control workers, customer experience staff, security staff and cleaners.
The workers involved in the dispute have recently come out of a four-year pay deal, with some of the departments having fallen behind other airports in equivalent roles.
Pay talks have been happening since December 2025, with the airport's formal offer not going far enough to address the lack of pay parity.
Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: "It is wrong that workers at Leeds Bradford Airport are paid far less than those doing the same job at another nearby airport.
"These are essential workers who play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the airport and the safety of passengers and deserve fair pay. Unite will always fully back our members taking action at Leeds Bradford Airport.”
The original strikes were due to take place from 03:00 this Friday 16 October to 06:00 Sunday 18 October for hourly paid staff and from 06:00 Friday 16 October to 06:00 Sunday 18 October for air traffic control workers.
The next round of industrial action will now take place from Monday 23 October to Wednesday 2 November, which coincides with the busy half term period.
Unite regional officer Neil Whitaker said: “We appreciate those travelling to and from Leeds Bradford Airport will be concerned to hear that there are further strike dates, but the situation is completely the fault of the airport’s management. It can end this dispute, but that relies on it coming back to the table with a fair deal for our members.”
Sophie Smith -
14th October 2021 
