London taxi fares set for major price increase
London taxi passengers face significant fare increases as TfL approves higher rates for black cabs amidst ongoing cost of living pressures.
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Labour pressured to expand free bus travel for under-25s
West Midlands Mayor Andy Street challenges Labour to extend free bus fares beyond current age limits as election battle over public transport intensifies.
5-Minute Gardening Task That Saves Plants From Winter
Garden experts reveal a crucial five-minute gardening job you must complete this November to protect your plants from harsh winter conditions and ensure a vibrant spring display.
UK Drivers Warned Over Dangerous Road Surfaces
New research reveals shocking road surface dangers putting British drivers at risk. Discover which common road defects are causing accidents and how to protect yourself.
Families challenge 'discriminatory' school transport cuts
Walsall Council faces mounting pressure as parents and campaigners challenge controversial cuts to home-to-school transport, arguing they disproportionately affect vulnerable children with special needs.
Midlands Demands 24-Hour Transport to Save Night Economy
Business leaders and politicians demand urgent improvements to late-night transport across the Midlands, warning that unreliable services are strangling the night-time economy and leaving workers stranded.
Remove Wood Heat Stains with Iron Trick
Discover the professional furniture restorer's secret to removing white heat rings from wooden surfaces using common household items. This proven method could save your precious tables and restore their natural beauty.
Labour's EV plan faces charging infrastructure crisis
Industry leaders sound alarm over insufficient charging infrastructure as Labour pushes for accelerated electric vehicle adoption, threatening to derail green transport ambitions.
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.
Mum ran illegal 27-child taxi service to school
A Birmingham mother operated an unlicensed taxi service transporting 27 children to school in a dangerous and illegal operation that put young lives at risk.
Passenger jailed for strangling train inspector
A violent passenger choked a CrossCountry train ticket inspector at Birmingham New Street station after being caught without a valid ticket. The attacker has been jailed for 16 months.
£2,500 fine warning for UK drivers over windscreen chips
Millions of British motorists risk staggering £2,500 penalties and penalty points for neglecting a crucial windscreen check. Discover how to stay legal and safe on UK roads.
Baking Soda Car Cleaning Hack Saves Drivers Money
Motorists are ditching expensive car cleaning products for a surprising kitchen staple that removes stubborn stains and odours with remarkable effectiveness.
Final lawn cut deadline: October date revealed
Gardening experts reveal why your last lawn mow of 2024 is crucial for winter survival and spring revival. Discover the exact timing for the perfect final cut.
Willenhall & Darlaston Railway Stations Reopen After 60 Years
Historic railway stations return after 60-year absence, transforming transport links and reconnecting communities across the Black Country with stunning new facilities.
Reeves urged to scrap disability benefit rule
Exclusive: Motability demands immediate action as disabled drivers face losing vehicles due to outdated DLA-to-PIP reassessment rules, creating financial hardship and mobility crisis.
Quick tyre check could save drivers £2,500
UK drivers are being warned about a crucial tyre safety check that takes less than a minute but could prevent massive fines and penalty points. Discover how to stay legal and safe on the roads.
Wolverhampton's £27m Transport Hub Approved
Wolverhampton Council approves ambitious £27 million transport interchange project, promising to revolutionise city centre connectivity and boost local economy.
Fuel Station Warning: The Hidden Cost of Quiet Pumps
Drivers are being alerted to a costly mistake when refuelling at quiet petrol stations. Experts reveal how stagnant fuel in underused pumps could damage your vehicle and hit your wallet.
Labour urged to scrap outdated MOT rules in safety overhaul
Industry leaders demand urgent reform of Britain's MOT system as Labour faces pressure to deliver on road safety promises and modernise vehicle testing standards.
New vehicle tech becomes mandatory for UK drivers
Revolutionary safety technology including Intelligent Speed Assistance will become compulsory on all new vehicles sold in Britain from July 2026, dramatically changing how we drive.
Simple car check preventing MOT failure revealed
Millions of UK drivers are risking MOT failure by overlooking a basic safety feature. Discover the quick check that could prevent costly repairs and keep you legal on the roads.
HGV drivers risk £7,300 fines for paperwork errors
Professional lorry drivers could face staggering £7,300 penalties for incorrect tachograph entries under new DVSA enforcement crackdown targeting road safety violations.
DVSA Scraps Major MOT Change - Full Story
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency has reversed its decision on a major MOT adjustment that would have affected millions of drivers across Britain. Find out why the planned changes have been abandoned.
HGV driver banned for phone use with flammable load
A professional lorry driver has been disqualified after police caught him using his mobile phone while transporting highly flammable liquids on the M6 toll road in a dangerous driving incident.
Labour's pay-per-mile road tax plan faces fury
Labour faces backlash after confirming pay-per-mile road pricing remains an option, despite Conservative claims the policy had been scrapped. Birmingham motorists express outrage over potential tracking and costs.
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.
Birmingham's Hagley Road cycle lane divides city
Birmingham's ambitious Hagley Road cycle lane project sparks heated debate between cyclists celebrating newfound safety and motorists facing increased congestion in this major transport corridor overhaul.
30p Winter Hack Every UK Driver Should Know
Motor experts reveal how a simple household item costing just 30 pence could save drivers from costly winter breakdowns and keep windscreens frost-free.
Asylum seeker's £400 taxi nightmare ends in court
An Iranian asylum seeker paid £400 for a taxi from Coventry to London only to be abandoned in Wolverhampton, leading to a court case that exposes transport exploitation.
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