Category : Search result: West Midlands roads


20,000 drivers using M6 Toll to dodge motorway jams

Exclusive investigation reveals how thousands of savvy motorists are beating M6 congestion with strategic toll road usage as new data shows dramatic traffic shifts across Midlands motorways.

Birmingham's royal street name confusion crisis

Birmingham residents are demanding change as streets named after royalty create delivery chaos and daily frustrations. Discover why King Charles III Road neighbours can't receive post and how historic naming conventions are causing modern-day mayhem.

Midlands Metro extension delayed until late 2025

Frustration mounts as the Wednesbury to Brierley Hill Metro extension encounters significant setbacks, pushing completion to late 2025 and raising concerns about escalating costs and traffic disruption.

How your car's safety feature makes you invisible

Millions of UK drivers are unknowingly putting themselves at risk due to a common car safety feature. Experts reveal how automatic headlights are creating dangerous 'invisible' vehicles on our roads, especially during daytime driving conditions.

Police Launch Night-Time Driving Safety Crackdown

Police forces across the UK are launching an intensive crackdown on dangerous night-time driving, targeting speeding, drink and drug driving, and mobile phone use during high-risk hours.

New Trains Revealed for Midlands Railway Network

Get ready for a new era of rail travel across the Midlands as state-of-the-art trains prepare to hit the tracks, offering enhanced comfort and reliability for thousands of daily commuters.

Black Country wins £20m for tech innovation hub

A major £20 million investment is set to transform the Black Country into a pioneering hub for sustainable technologies and digital innovation, creating new opportunities for businesses and residents across the Midlands.

Police appeal for missing Birmingham man Michael O'Connor

Police are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of 36-year-old Michael O'Connor, who vanished from his Birmingham home over a week ago. Authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information.

Ludlow: West Midlands Gem Among UK's Best Towns

Explore why the historic market town of Ludlow has been named one of Britain's finest places to visit, from its medieval architecture to award-winning food scene and vibrant community spirit.

Labour condemns West Midlands bus service changes

West Midlands Labour leaders launch scathing attack on Mayor Andy Street's bus service reforms, warning of 'managed decline' and devastating impacts on vulnerable communities across the region.

CCTV Appeal After Mum Attacked in Birmingham

West Midlands Police release urgent CCTV footage after mother was violently assaulted while shopping with her children at Birmingham's Pallasades shopping complex.

West Midlands area named UK's coolest outside London

Discover how a once-overlooked West Midlands neighbourhood has transformed into the nation's trendiest destination, beating competition from Manchester, Bristol and Glasgow to claim the ultimate urban cool title.

Mystery bat found after Crown Jewels portrait drilled

A mysterious hole drilled directly through a historic portrait of the Crown Jewels has been discovered in Birmingham, with a toy bat left at the scene in what police are treating as a bizarre incident.

Police hunt for man after Birmingham city centre assault

West Midlands Police have released CCTV images and are appealing for information after a woman was seriously assaulted in Birmingham city centre on Saturday night. The incident occurred near the Bullring shopping area.

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