£100 parking fine for man buying slippers for dying father
A man was hit with a £100 fine over a faulty ticket machine while buying slippers for his terminally ill father. He's now taking the car park firm to court.
A man was hit with a £100 fine over a faulty ticket machine while buying slippers for his terminally ill father. He's now taking the car park firm to court.
Police in Bilston have issued fines to two drivers for blocking the pavement. A Fiat Doblo van and a Peugeot 207 were ticketed in Dale Street as part of a local crackdown.
A nationwide ban on pavement parking is likely to be introduced across England in 2026. The move aims to improve safety for vulnerable pedestrians but poses challenges for drivers in tight streets.
Essential guide for disabled drivers: Discover the 11 key locations where Blue Badge parking is prohibited to avoid fines this Christmas. Know your rights and restrictions.
New research reveals 1.3 million UK parking spaces may vanish to accommodate wider modern cars. Discover the impact on drivers and shopping centres.
Alum Rock Road is Birmingham's parking fine capital with over 10,000 penalties issued this year. Discover the city's top enforcement hotspots and why drivers keep breaking rules.
Bromford Walk in Great Barr is issuing £100 fines via an ANPR camera within moments of parking, even when drivers pay for a ticket. Local businesses report losing customers.
Council officials discovered a serial blue badge offender fined 34 times in Kingston upon Thames. Discover how authorities are tackling disabled parking space misuse across the UK.
Worcester councillors urge motorists to report and photograph pavement parking, highlighting risks to pedestrians. New research commissioned as 42% of drivers support a ban.
A Birmingham man was charged £100 after parking at Pizza Hut in Great Barr, despite his wife paying for a ticket. Discover how ANPR cameras are causing outrage for local customers.
Mobility scooter users across the UK risk fines for illegal parking. Expert reveals 5 prohibited locations and essential rules to stay safe and legal.
Birmingham's £1.9bn Smithfield regeneration enters a crucial archaeological phase, uncovering medieval history before transforming the city centre. Discover the timeline and impact.
The £1.9bn Birmingham Smithfield regeneration project enters a crucial phase as archaeological works begin, uncovering the city's medieval past before transforming the city centre.
Birmingham Council is exploring a permitting scheme for buskers following a controversial city centre crackdown. Discover the clash between noise complaints and cultural vibrancy.
Walsall Council will decide this week whether to approve plans transforming the former Marks & Spencer into a new Adult Learning Centre for 750 students.
Birmingham Council refuses 263-bed student block on former Golden Eagle pub site over heritage concerns. Discover the full story behind the decision.
Shoppers at Tesco, Asda and other major UK supermarkets are being warned about the strict age limit for parent and child parking bays. Learn the rules to avoid a £100 fine.
New interactive map shows locations of Birmingham stabbings including five near Bullring. Police increase patrols after Katie Fox's tragic death. Share your experiences.
A brazen motorist in London has been hit with a £2,400 fine after breaking blue badge rules 34 times. Discover the shocking details of this persistent misuse and its impact on disabled drivers.
Birmingham city centre sees safety improvements with new LED lighting in Rotunda Square and Corporation Street following campaign after Katie Fox's tragic death.
Drivers in Oxford now face paying over £10 to park for less than an hour due to a new £5 daily congestion charge. Discover how this impacts visitors and local businesses.
Discover Birmingham's hottest new restaurants and bars for 2025, from Dave's Hot Chicken to Cylla. Plan your next city centre visit and explore the vibrant food scene.
Joey's Smokehouse, a new independent BBQ restaurant, has opened behind Birmingham Moor Street. Get free chicken wings for the first 200 customers or 50% off smoked meats this weekend.
A landmark Grade II-listed former Victorian hospital in Birmingham city centre is set for auction, offering a unique development opportunity for 15 luxury apartments. Discover this iconic piece of history.
Birmingham City FC unveils designs for a new 62,000 capacity stadium, the centrepiece of a multi-billion pound Sports Quarter. See the stunning images and details.
Boost your Christmas shopping in Hinckley with free Saturday parking in selected town centre car parks on four key dates. Support local businesses and save money this festive season.
Feeling anxious about nights out in Birmingham? Discover five crucial safety measures, from drink covers to the 'Ask for Angela' scheme, to empower your evening.
West Midlands Police increases patrols after a teenager is stabbed near the Bullring. Three charged as force vows to keep city centre safe for Christmas market visitors.
Local authorities face criticism for treating motorists as 'cash cows' through rising parking charges. Discover the impact on high streets and the government's response.
Birmingham's street lighting cuts have left central areas in darkness, raising safety fears after a tragic stabbing. Council, Mayor and Bullring respond.