Birmingham City Council has reduced speed limits from 40mph to 30mph on 27 key routes. The move aims to cut collisions, improve air quality, and create safer streets for all. Discover the full story and official statements.
The Met Office has escalated warnings to amber for parts of Scotland as heavy snow is forecast. Travel disruption and power cuts are possible. Get the latest UK weather updates.
Drivers across Scotland are warned of major speed limit changes, with hundreds of roads set to drop from 30mph to 20mph to improve safety and encourage active travel.
Residents and parents in Hall Green have until 5 January 2026 to give feedback on major road safety proposals, including a new 20mph zone, bollards, and pedestrian refuges around Chilcote Primary School.
Birmingham launches a major road safety crackdown with new average speed cameras at six locations and widespread 30mph limits. Find out where and why.
Birmingham launches six new average speed camera zones to enforce 30mph limits. See the full list of locations and the council's road safety warning.
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton faced a reader Q&A, addressing the Crown pub's future, 20mph speed limits, disability access, and library cuts. Read his responses and pledges.
Birmingham City Council confirms new speed cameras on the A45 Small Heath Highway are being calibrated. Enforcement of the 30mph limit will begin next week to improve safety on this high-risk route.
Police Scotland is searching for James Fitzpatrick, 36, who absconded from an approved visit. Last seen in Irvine, he may have taken a bus to Ardrossan. Do not approach.
New 30mph speed cameras on A45 Small Heath Highway are being calibrated. Enforcement will begin within a week. Full list of Birmingham's new camera sites revealed.
Over 700,000 DLA, PIP, Attendance and Carer's Allowance awards have been successfully transferred from DWP to Social Security Scotland. Find out what this means for claimants.
The Met Office warns of heavy snow and potential power cuts across Scotland, with travel disruption expected for the start of the new year. Stay informed and prepare.
The UK is set for a severe Arctic freeze with temperatures plummeting to -12C and heavy snow forecast for all of England and Scotland from January 7, 2026. Travel disruption and power cuts are expected. Read the full forecast.
A severe 'snow bomb' is forecast to bring up to 12 inches of snow across parts of the UK, with the Met Office issuing urgent weather warnings. Health officials warn of serious risks to vulnerable people.
A 26-year-old dominatrix and mother says her work provides financial freedom, but a proposed 'Nordic model' law in Scotland threatens her livelihood and safety. She argues sex work is customer service.
SNP MSP warns Scotland faces being 'punished again' as UK Labour government reviews state pension age. Calls for halt to increase due to lower life expectancy.
Police Scotland make a fresh appeal for information on what would have been Jordan Gray's 27th birthday. The 26-year-old was found shot dead in his Motherwell flat on December 15.
Barclays seals a multi-year naming rights deal for Scotland's national stadium, Hampden Park, and partners with the Scottish Cup. Discover how this investment aims to boost grassroots football and major events.
Lloyds Banking Group will close 71 Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland branches in 2026 due to online banking shift. See the full list of affected locations.
A TikTok creator's experiment shows how two pints of Stella Artois can put you over the drink-drive limit. Learn the UK laws and the alarming risks of drink-driving.
The UK is set for a massive 719-mile wide snowstorm from Brighton to Scotland, with up to an inch per hour forecast. Read the full weather warning and regional impacts.
The UK faces a 90-hour snow event starting January 4, with Scotland worst-hit. Up to an inch per hour could fall. Get the latest forecast details and regional impacts here.
Birmingham launches major road safety drive for 2026, cutting speed limits on 27 routes to 30mph and installing new average speed cameras. Drivers face increased fines.
Birmingham launches major road safety drive for 2026, cutting speed limits on 27 key roads to 30mph and installing new average speed and red light cameras. Find out which routes are affected.
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham's speeding hotspots as average speed cameras record 90,000 offences. Discover the city's most notorious roads and new safety plans.
Data shows a 14% drop in speeds on the B197 after a new 30mph limit was introduced. Council leaders hail the change for creating a safer, calmer road environment for residents and school children.
The Department for Infrastructure unveils a draft plan to cut vehicle noise pollution, including speed restrictions in 10 areas. Public consultation open until Jan 2026.
Weather maps predict heavy snow to hit Scotland and parts of northern England from January 6, with up to four inches forecast. Get the latest UK weather updates here.
The UK is set for a severe -9C Arctic freeze on January 3, with a six-hour 'snow bomb' hitting hardest in Scotland. Get the latest forecast and regional impacts here.
Birmingham City Council and West Midlands Police have expanded the city's speed enforcement network with new Average Speed Cameras on key routes. Discover the affected roads and the safety goals behind the initiative.