Signage Glitch Stops Fines for Bus Stop Blocking
Birmingham council confirms a signage problem prevents traffic wardens from ticketing cars blocking a Northfield bus stop, forcing passengers into the road. Read the full story.
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M5 closed for 4 hours after serious crash
The M5 northbound was shut for nearly four hours between J14 and J13 following a serious single-vehicle collision. Drivers faced major delays on Sunday morning.
27 Birmingham roads get new 30mph speed limits
Birmingham City Council slashes speed limits on 27 major roads from 40mph to 30mph in a major road safety initiative. Find out which roads are affected and how to avoid fines.
London's 10mph 'Joke' Speed Limit Angers Drivers
Islington Council's new 10mph limit on a key road between Angel Station and Smithfield Market is branded 'ridiculous' by motorists and blamed for a 25% drop in trade. Discover the full story.
Five-Vehicle Crash Closes Main Birmingham Road
A five-vehicle collision shut Chester Road near Spitfire Island during rush hour, causing major traffic delays. Police confirm no serious injuries. Allow extra travel time.
Serious crash closes St Chad's Queensway tunnel
A man has been rushed to hospital with serious injuries following a single-vehicle collision in the St Chad's Queensway tunnel this morning. Avoid the area and check for updates.
M6 chaos: Lorry breakdown causes major delays
Major disruption on M6 southbound near Walsall after lorry breakdown blocks carriageway during Thursday morning rush hour. Avoid the area and check for updates.
M6 Crash: Two Injured, Major Delays After Collision
Two men injured in a multi-vehicle crash on the M6 northbound near Walsall. Severe 90-minute delays and 8 miles of congestion reported. All lanes now open.
M6 crash: Multi-vehicle collision causes long delays
A serious multi-vehicle collision has shut the M6 northbound between J8 and J9, causing 75-minute delays. Avoid the area and check for updates.
10 demands to halt Birmingham's road death crisis
Road safety campaigners issue 10 urgent demands to Birmingham politicians after a spike in crash deaths and injuries. Discover the blueprint for safer streets.
Lawley Middleway crash blocks key Birmingham route
A major crash on Lawley Middleway in Birmingham caused significant rush hour delays, with police closing the road and urging drivers to avoid the area. Find alternative routes.
Lawley Middleway blocked in both directions
A4540 Lawley Middleway in Birmingham is closed between Garrison Circus and Curzon Circus due to a police incident, causing major traffic delays. Avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
Signal fault disrupts Midlands train services
Rail passengers face major disruption with delays up to 25 minutes due to a signalling fault between Walsall and Rugeley Trent Valley. Check before you travel and allow extra time.
Five dead in Dundalk two-car road collision
Five young people killed in a two-car crash outside Dundalk. Police appeal for witnesses and footage from the L3168 on Saturday night. Read the latest updates.
Five dead in Dundalk road crash investigation
Five young people killed in two-car collision outside Dundalk. Police appeal for witnesses and footage from the L3168 on Saturday night.
Birmingham cuts speed limits on 27 roads to 30mph
Birmingham City Council is reducing speed limits to 30mph on 27 major routes in a major road safety drive starting 2026. Find out which roads are affected and why.
BHX Monorail Delays: Extended Waits Until Feb 2026
Birmingham Airport passengers face extended monorail wait times during peak hours due to essential maintenance. Plan your journey and allow extra time until February 2026.
Man in hospital after Birmingham car crash
A man has been taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car on Warwick Road, South Yardley. Police are appealing for witnesses.
West Midlands Ambulance Delays Worst in UK
West Midlands Ambulance Service faces the UK's worst hospital handover delays, losing 41,000 hours in October alone. Discover the impact on patients and the call for an independent review.
Birmingham Flooding: Roads Closed, Buses Diverted
Heavy rain overnight has caused significant flooding in Birmingham, leading to road closures, bus diversions, and motorway delays. Officials urge caution.
Birmingham Floods Cause Two-Hour Rush Hour Jams
Heavy rain triggers severe flooding across Birmingham, stranding cars and causing two-hour traffic jams. Fire services received over 150 calls. Officials urge caution.
Birmingham floods cause rush hour chaos after heavy rain
Heavy overnight rain has triggered severe flooding across Birmingham, closing multiple roads and causing major rush hour disruption. Share your flooding photos with us.
20mph limit planned for Birmingham accident blackspot
Birmingham Council proposes 20mph limits and bus gates for Vauxhall and Duddeston after 58 crashes in three years. Public consultation now open.
Bullring Chaos: Major Birmingham Road Closure Causes Gridlock
Birmingham city centre faces major disruption as Corporation Street closes for emergency works near the Bullring, causing significant traffic delays and alternative route challenges for drivers.
Sandwell housing crisis: Council blamed for development delays
Sandwell Council faces mounting criticism as new data reveals a critical shortage of housing developments in the borough, with local leaders blaming planning delays and bureaucratic hurdles for the growing crisis.
NHS Critical Incident: Birmingham Hospitals Overwhelmed
The NHS has declared a critical incident across Birmingham and Solihull as unprecedented demand pushes two major hospitals to breaking point, with patients facing 'extremely long waits' and ambulances queuing outside.
M5 Overturned Vehicle Causes Major Delays Near Bristol
Severe disruption on M5 near Bristol as overturned vehicle blocks carriageway, causing extensive delays and traffic chaos during Friday rush hour.
DWP payment delays exposed in shocking new account
Exclusive: A new first-hand account exposes how DWP payment delays are pushing vulnerable claimants to the brink, with one man waiting months for essential support.
Bridge Closure Backlash: Historic Crossing Shutdown Extended
Frustration mounts in a UK community as vital bridge repairs face significant delays, forcing lengthy detours and disrupting daily life while vinyl record sales hit remarkable highs.
M6 lorry spillage causes major Birmingham delays
A major incident on the M6 southbound near Birmingham saw significant delays after a bin lorry lost part of its load, causing lane closures and traffic chaos during Monday morning rush hour.
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