Snow Disrupts Birmingham Bus Routes
Eight National Express West Midlands bus routes are diverted due to ice and snow on Friday, January 2. Check the full list of affected services and diversions here.
Eight National Express West Midlands bus routes are diverted due to ice and snow on Friday, January 2. Check the full list of affected services and diversions here.
New bus lane cameras on Birmingham's Broad Street have issued 25,000 fines in their first year. Discover the enforcement details and how a camera adjustment led to a surge in penalties.
A major petition calls for free all-day bus passes for over-60s in England, mirroring schemes in Scotland and Wales. The government responds citing costs and local authority powers.
easyJet announces a major new route from Liverpool to Naples, Italy, starting August 2026. Flights will operate twice weekly, with package holidays also available. Discover the Amalfi Coast with affordable fares.
Uppermill businesses warn a five-month road closure for the Transpennine Route Upgrade could be devastating. Shopkeepers demand better communication from Network Rail.
Dudley Council outlines major regeneration projects for 2026, including a new bus station and Metro link, while confirming council tax will rise by 4.9%. Explore the key developments.
Motorists in parts of England have been hit with £2.1 million in bus lane fines. Newcastle, Gateshead, and Sunderland issued the most penalties. Discover the reasons and your rights.
A young boy has suffered serious injuries after being struck by a bus at a Warwickshire junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest updates.
Erewash Borough Council invests £50,000 to upgrade bus shelters across the borough, including in Sandiacre and Long Eaton. Report issues via the council website.
A car overturned on Kings Heath High Street, Birmingham. Two people were assessed for minor injuries. Bus routes were temporarily disrupted. Read the latest traffic updates.
Nearly 45,000 motorists have been fined for using bus lanes on Moor Street Queensway in Birmingham this year. Discover the city's most notorious traffic hotspots and how to avoid penalties.
easyJet launches a new weekly Saturday flight from Birmingham Airport to Grenoble, with fares from £23.99, boosting winter sports access. The airline plans further expansion from BHX in 2026.
Major changes to Chelmsford's Chelmer Valley Park and Ride, including reduced hours and new fares, will start in 2026 to improve value for money. Read the full details.
Thousands more drivers have been fined after Birmingham City Council moved bus lane cameras on Broad Street. Discover the impact of the enforcement change and the surge in penalties.
A 32-year-old man has been arrested after a car crashed into a bus stop in Giessen, Germany, leaving three people injured. Police are investigating the incident.
Residents in Solihull are outraged after Transport for West Midlands cut the direct 73 bus to Heartlands Hospital. A petition demands a U-turn to restore the vital link for patients, staff, and visitors.
Wake Green Road in Moseley is closed following a serious collision. Police urge drivers to avoid the area as bus diversions are in place. Follow live updates.
Nearly 45,000 motorists have been fined on Moor Street Queensway bus lanes this year. Discover the city's top fine hotspots, costs, and how to appeal a PCN.
Campaigners fight to save the 73 bus route to Heartlands Hospital after changes leave Old Lode Lane residents stranded. Over 40 signatures gathered in hours.
The government's £3 bus fare cap, extended to 2027, makes Christmas markets and New Year's Eve fireworks accessible and affordable. Discover routes and savings.
Bus station workers and customer service staff in the West Midlands walk out for a second time, rejecting a 3.2% pay offer. UNISON warns of disruption to transport and projects.
Jet2 announces a brand-new festive route from Birmingham Airport to Copenhagen's Christmas markets for Winter 2026/27, expanding its seasonal offerings. Book your magical getaway now!
A serious collision has led to the closure of the A41 Soho Road in Handsworth, Birmingham. Police are investigating and bus diversions are in place. Follow for live updates.
Swansea Council leader says the authority should not fear stepping in to run bus services directly as Wales rolls out new franchising legislation, aiming for a unified, reliable network by 2027.
Tony Mullane fears his £2 taxi-bus service for Liverpool FC fans could be squeezed out as the city region moves to a publicly controlled bus network. Read his story and the Combined Authority's response.
A 31-year-old woman has died after being stabbed at a Birmingham bus stop. Police have launched a murder investigation. Read the latest updates.
Birmingham and Solihull's Ring and Ride service has merged into the West Midlands Bus On Demand network. Find out about the new operator, vehicles, and what stays the same.
New enforcement cameras in Exeter and Barnstaple caught thousands breaching bus lanes and gates. Drivers get warnings first, then fines. Read the latest traffic updates.
Ring and Ride services in Birmingham, Solihull, and Coventry have merged into West Midlands Bus On Demand, operated by Via. The change promises improved efficiency and accessibility for vulnerable passengers.
A massive £264.1 million government funding injection aims to revolutionise bus services in the West Midlands, promising faster, cheaper, and more reliable travel. Read the full details.