Birmingham City Council admits it cannot treat every road after Storm Goretti. Gritters prioritised major routes, leaving some residential streets icy. Full statement and resident reactions inside.
Birmingham residents demand better gritting after Storm Goretti leaves roads treacherous. Council defends priority system covering 50% of roads. Read the full story.
Rail passengers across the West Midlands are urged not to travel as Storm Goretti causes major disruption. Key routes remain closed with limited services until at least midday.
Severe weather from Storm Goretti has caused widespread rail disruption across the West Midlands. Passengers are urged not to travel on Friday 9 January. Key routes may reopen by midday.
Storm Goretti forces reduced rail services across the Midlands. Network Rail explains the serious safety risks of ice and snow on the tracks. Travel only if necessary.
Nationwide Building Society urges customers of closing banks to switch, vowing to keep its branches open until 2030. Over 6,600 UK branches have closed since 2015.
Lloyds Bank and Archax complete the UK's first public blockchain transaction using Tokenised Deposits. Discover how this 'landmark for digital finance' promises big benefits for businesses.
Vernon Everitt, Chair of Transport for Wales, receives a CBE for his outstanding public transport contributions. Read about his pivotal role in Manchester and Wales.
O2 is shutting down its 3G network, calling it a 'relic of a bygone era'. Millions of customers are urged to upgrade devices to maintain mobile data access.
Virgin Media O2 issues a final alert as its 3G network switch-off nears completion. Older 3G-only devices will lose mobile data access. Find out if you're affected and what to do.
Uppermill businesses warn a five-month road closure for the Transpennine Route Upgrade could be devastating. Shopkeepers demand better communication from Network Rail.
Massive UK electric truck charging network unveiled to support the 2035 diesel truck sales ban. Voltempo's HyperCharger leads the charge for fleet electrification.
Birmingham New Street station hosted a free Christmas dinner for over 100 vulnerable and homeless people on Christmas Eve, offering festive cheer and community support. Read the heartwarming story.
Network Rail begins vital track replacement near Ingatestone station over five weekends from Jan 10. Expect bus replacements and level crossing closures. Check before you travel.
A major warning has been issued for ATM users in England this Wednesday, as a £370 million cash rush is forecast. Plan your withdrawals to avoid empty machines.
A Birmingham mum was stunned after opening a Christmas iPhone 17 delivery to find two flapjacks. Read how the network resolved the issue in time for the big day.
Drivers on the M6 face major disruption as the motorway shuts between junctions 39 and 40 for two consecutive weekends in January for essential bridge work. Plan your journey now.
Wessex Water must pay £11m after regulator Ofwat found it failed to properly operate and maintain its wastewater network. The money will fund storm overflow improvements.
A passenger filmed a rodent running near Starbucks at Birmingham New Street just after midnight. Network Rail says it has pest control measures in place. Watch the video.
Residents in Walsall tower blocks see energy bills quadruple after a new heat network system leaves them unable to switch providers or access Ofgem price caps.
UK households face a £100 rise in energy bills to fund a £28bn national grid infrastructure upgrade. Ofgem says the investment is essential for security and the green transition. Read the full details.
UK households face an extra £108 on annual energy bills by 2031 to fund a £28bn infrastructure upgrade. Ofgem says net impact will be lower due to future savings. Read the full breakdown.
Sandwell Council greenlights a 'mini service station' near the M5 in West Bromwich, featuring rapid EV charging points and four commercial units. Discover the key details of this transport infrastructure project.
Openreach begins UK landline shutdown with 12 locations first on the cut-off list. The move to full-fibre digital infrastructure will see 4,600 exchanges closed nationwide.
Hamilton House residents see energy costs soar from 4p/kWh to 17.67p/kWh as councillor slams housing provider over 'take it or leave it' pricing. Read the full investigation.
Virgin Media O2 has enhanced mobile coverage on over 40 UK motorways, including the M1 and M25, to boost EV adoption and improve driver safety. #EV #Connectivity
Residents in Walsall tower blocks feel betrayed as energy bills triple and quadruple overnight. WHG defends the move, citing unsustainable costs. Full story inside.
Major festive travel disruption as key UK rail lines close for 32 days. Plan ahead for Christmas journeys with essential travel advice and project details.
Nationwide Building Society commits to keeping its entire network of 696 branches open until at least 2030, bucking the trend of high street bank closures. Discover how this supports communities.
A crucial funding deal is set to protect West Midlands bus services from cuts for 15 months. Learn how this affects local transport and the transition to a franchised network.