Birmingham's 'spy car' to enforce parking from 2026
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle will patrol streets from January 2026, using cameras to fine drivers parked on zig-zags and bus stops. Find out what it means for you.
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Birmingham's new spy car to catch illegal parkers
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle, equipped with HD cameras, will patrol from January to catch drivers parking illegally on zig zags and bus stops. Find out how it works.
DVLA Sends £195 Charge Letters to Electric Car Owners
DVLA letters demand a new £195 road tax payment from electric vehicle owners. Find out who is affected and what future charges are planned for UK drivers.
Ocado's £10 Christmas delivery charge angers shoppers
Ocado faces backlash after hiking last-minute Christmas delivery fees to £10. Shoppers vent on social media as festive costs surge. Read the full story.
Birmingham bus lanes catch 45,000 drivers in 2025
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.
HMRC Warning for Households Earning Under £80,000
HMRC urges UK households earning under £80,000 to check Child Benefit eligibility. You could be missing out on over £1,300 per child. Act now.
Man charged with rape after Stechford police call
A 42-year-old man faces charges of rape, wounding and strangulation following a police call to a Stechford address. A 53-year-old woman is also charged with wounding. Both due in Birmingham court.
Christmas Travel Warning for M5, M6, M25, M4, M60 Drivers
Drivers on the M5, M6, M25, M4 and M60 face severe delays as the festive getaway begins. The AA warns of 24 million cars on roads this Friday. Plan ahead now.
UK's worst Christmas traffic hotspots revealed
Birmingham's M5/M6 interchange is among the UK's worst traffic hotspots as the Christmas getaway peaks today. Drivers face severe jams with 24.4 million cars expected on roads.
UK's 3p Per Mile EV Tax Could Breach Human Rights
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's proposed pay-per-mile charge for electric vehicles faces legal warnings over taxing foreign travel. Experts say it may breach human rights. Read the full analysis.
Driver charged after fatal Soho Road crash in Birmingham
A driver faces multiple charges after a collision on Soho Road, Handsworth, left a pedestrian dead and a woman seriously injured. Police appeal for witnesses.
Record 3.6 Million UK Parking Tickets Issued
UK drivers hit with record parking fines: 3.6 million tickets issued in a year, a 17% surge. RAC warns system is 'awry' and calls for urgent reform. Find out how to challenge a ticket.
Octopus Energy to Cover £255 EV Tax for Drivers
Octopus EV will absorb the new 3p per-mile road tax for its existing lease customers until 2028. The move rewards early adopters and keeps electric driving affordable.
Nick Reiner charged with murder of parents Rob and Michele
Nick Reiner, son of legendary director Rob Reiner, faces two counts of first-degree murder. The 32-year-old will be arraigned in January 2026. Read the latest on this tragic Hollywood case.
Man charged after police chase at Birmingham City FC
A 23-year-old man faces driving charges after a police pursuit near St. Andrew's. The incident occurred during a match as part of a targeted vehicle crime operation.
Birmingham man charged after guns found at city address
Carlo Reid, 23, of Handsworth, appears at Birmingham Magistrates' Court charged with firearm possession and related offences after police discovery. Follow for breaking updates.
Birmingham women charged after Edgbaston stabbing
Two women from Edgbaston have been charged with wounding after a man in his 20s was stabbed on City Road. The victim's injuries are not life-threatening. Read the latest police statement.
AA: Pay-per-mile tax could backfire on Labour
AA President Edmund King warns Chancellor Rachel Reeves' new 3p per mile electric vehicle tax, due in 2028, may discourage drivers from switching. Discover the potential impact on EV sales and the industry's response.
London Congestion Charge rises to £18, EV discount cut
London's Congestion Charge will increase from £15 to £18 on January 2nd, with electric vehicles losing their full exemption. Annual rises will follow Tube fare increases.
British mum arrested after pit bull kills toddler on Zante
A two-year-old boy has died after a pit bull attack on the Greek island of Zante. His British mother and father have been arrested and charged with manslaughter. Read the full tragic story.
Birmingham among UK's worst cities for traffic congestion
New data reveals Birmingham drivers wasted 57 hours in traffic this year, a 6% rise. The city ranks in the UK's top five for congestion. Discover the worst routes and the national cost.
EV Charging Warning for 9 Million UK Households
Millions of UK households face challenges charging electric vehicles at home. Experts reveal the essential kit needed and how to cut costs with smart tariffs.
Drink-driving law: You can be charged without driving
A little-known drink-driving rule means you could be prosecuted just for being near your car with keys. As police patrols increase for Christmas, learn how to stay safe and avoid a charge.
Three charged over Llangollen ATM burglary
Three men from the West Midlands have been charged with burglary after money was stolen from a cash machine in Llangollen. They appeared at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court.
Thousands caught by new Devon traffic cameras
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.
Jaguar unveils electric car launch next year
Jaguar announces its first fully electric vehicle for next year as it turns 90. The news comes as Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduces a new pay-per-mile levy for EV drivers from 2028.
New 3p Per Mile Charge for UK EV Owners Confirmed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new pay-per-mile levy for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles from 2028. Find out how it works and what it means for your wallet.
£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.
2 Million Drivers Hit by New £450 Mileage Tax
Around two million electric and hybrid car owners will pay a new mileage tax from 2028. Find out how the 3p-per-mile charge will affect your running costs.
Six December Driving Law Changes for UK Motorists
Six major driving law changes hit in December 2025, impacting EV owners, petrol drivers, and London commuters. Get the full details on pay-per-mile, fuel duty, and the Congestion Charge shift.
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